Funerals
Funerals at Holy Trinity
At the death of a Christian, whose life of faith was begun in the waters of baptism and strengthened at the eucharistic table, the Church intercedes on behalf of the deceased because of its confident belief that death is not the end nor does it break the bonds forged in life. The Church also ministers to the sorrowing and consoles them in the funeral rites with the comforting word of God and the sacrament of the eucharist. (Order of Christian Funerals, 4)
At Holy Trinity, funerals and memorials are planned with a priest, the Pastoral Associate for Liturgy, and the family or friends of the deceased. Upon the death of a loved one, please call the Parish Center at 202-337-2840. The Pastoral Associate will organize a meeting to plan the funeral liturgy.
Planning Materials
Below are helpful tools as you plan a funeral or memorial at Holy Trinity. Review of these materials will be helpful during the funeral planning meeting.
Holy Trinity Funeral Guidelines
Holy Trinity Funeral Music Suggestions
Scripture Readings and Intercessions for Funerals
Information on the Holy Trinity Columbarium at Holy Rood Cemetery
Further Reading
Below are thoughtful articles for those who are preparing for or have experienced death.