God’s mercy is infinite and His goodness is beyond measure. This is what our Syriac Orthodox Church has always maintained, and thus believes and hopes that the loving Lord will be merciful even to the deceased. For this reason the hymns of our church are composed for a most moving Funeral Service that is full of profound spiritual thoughts.
“I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live” John 11:25
From the earliest Christian times, psalms and hymns were sung to our life-giving God when a believer died. But the basic parts of the Funeral Service in use today can be traced mainly to the fifth century. With the passage of time the Service has been enriched with psalms and hymns so that it has become one of the most versatile, dramatic and impassionate services of our Church.
Please note:
• The priest will go over the various funeral service options and fees.
• If the hall will be used for a wake and/or luncheon, the family is expected to provide all refreshments, including coffee, milk, sugar and paper goods.
• Information about plots and funeral homes may also be provided by the church.
To inquire about funeral services, please contact us through the contact form below.
*A contribution to the priest is also suggested