Funerals
FuneralsTo discuss funeral arrangements, please contact the Team Rector God’s love and power extend over all creation. Every life, including our own, is precious to God. Christians have always believed that there is hope in death as in life, and that there is new life in Christ over death. [From the Pastoral Introduction to the Church of England Funeral Service]. All are welcome to use St Etheldreda's or St Luke’s church for funeral services, whether families have a particular connection with the Church or not. There are a number of advantages to having a funeral service in church:
Please note that both churchyards are closed for burials, but within St Luke’s there is a dedicated area for the burial of ashes. When arranging a funeral, the first port of call is usually the Funeral Director, who will then contact the clergy to arrange the service at the crematorium or in church. However, you may like to approach the clergy direct. The Minister conducting the service will arrange a time to visit you at home to discuss the service and assist in making the necessary arrangements. Memorial ServicesOnce a year we hold special Memorial Services where all those whose funerals have taken place in the previous twelve months are remembered by name and candles are lit in their memory. Invitations are automatically sent to the families concerned, but it is always possible to include additional names. Prayers at time of BereavementO God, who brought us to birth, Risen Lord Jesus, Fr Darren Collins |