Historically, Christians have cherished the ability to place the deceased within a church structure or in a nearby churchyard. Cremation is recognized as a dignified and theologically sound option for Christians. Church of the Lakes has created a Columbarium where the cremains of its members and their immediate relatives may be kept as part of the Church structure. The Columbarium is a special place inside the Prayer Chapel, off the Sanctuary, a resting place of memories and reflection.
What is a Columbarium?
A Columbarium is an assembly of niches designed to house a deceased person’s cremated remains. Our Columbarium features double niches, with spaces for two sets of cremains, one behind the other. The ashes of the deceased will be placed in a container, which will, in turn, be placed in one of the niches. The exterior of the niches is marble with a bronze plaque where the name and years of birth and death of the deceased will be inscribed.
Purchase of Columbarium Niche
Currently each niche may be purchased by a member of this church for $1,500. A 12-month payment plan is available if needed.
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If you have further questions or would like to reserve your niche please contact Cassandra in the Church Office or Ken Spangler, Chair of the Columbarium Committee, 330-499-8972.