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Burial

“The liturgy for the dead is an Easter liturgy. It finds all its meaning in the resurrection. Because Jesus was raised from the dead, we, too, shall be raised.” (Book of Common Prayer, p. 507)

If you would like to inquire about a funeral to be hosted at St. Mark’s, please be in touch with the church office to arrange an appointment with one of our clergy.

In the meantime, see our Funeral Customary and the information below for more guidance.

Guidelines for Burial at St. Mark’s

The clergy of St. Mark’s will officiate at funerals or memorial services in the church, in our chapel, at funeral homes, or at the graveside. Services in the church are preferred and recommended. The Book of Common Prayer includes both Rite I and Rite II services, which may or may not include a celebration of the Holy Eucharist.

  • The burial will be according to the Book of Common Prayer.

  • With respect to music during the service, the St. Mark’s organist must either play or give permission to other musicians to play for the service.

  • The music chosen for the service must be appropriate to worship.

  • The organist’s fee for funerals is $250.

  • There is a $100 building use fee for the sexton.

  • The clergy do not charge a fee for funerals.

  • Any eulogies, other than the clergy’s homily, are permitted only at the discretion of the clergy.

  • Only one flower arrangement is permitted in the sanctuary, and we recommend the church’s florist, Ben White Florist.

  • Any other flower arrangements must be placed either in the Narthex or in the Parish Hall.

  • Receptions following the service may be arranged for in our Parish Hall.

Reading suggestions for Burial from The Book of Common Prayer:

From the Old Testament:

A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms are appropriate: 42:1-7, 46, 90:1-12, 121, 130, 139:1-11.

From the New Testament:

A suitable psalm, hymn, or canticle may follow. The following Psalms are appropriate: 23, 27, 106:1-5, 116. *

From The Gospel: