More than 50% of the population is choosing cremation. This has increased the demand for a columbarium in cemeteries as well as inspired many congregations to plan to build a columbarium on their own site.
It provides comfort to a family to have the final resting place of a deceased loved one within the church grounds.
It affirms our faith that those who die in the Christian faith join with the saints in light as well as the current worshipping faith community.
It is a visible sign that the church cares for its members from birth and baptism through death and the promises of eternal life.
It is theologically sound and environmentally friendly.