TIMELINE
The timeline and opportunity to donate to construction and/or make a purchase is subject to project approval by the City of University Park and will be published when obtained.
FAQS ABOUT THE COLUMBARIUM & MEMORIAL GARDEN PROJECT:
When will the project be completed?
Subject to City of UP approval and needed funds raised, we are hopeful the Columbarium would be available during the first quarter of 2025.
When will pricing be known?
The approximate price per niche will be $7,500. Complete pricing will be set by late summer 2024, but there will be a discount during the pre-opening sales period which will end on December 31, 2024.
What does the inurnment fee include?
The fee for one niche includes space for two urns, the costs of opening and closing the niche at the time of inurnment, inscription of names and dates (birth and death dates), and perpetual care. The fee does not include the cost of cremation, transportation or other off-premises costs, costs of personnel the applicant engages to handle the inurnment memorial services, or the costs of any reception held at the church.
When will the Columbarium be open?
The Columbarium will generally be open when the church is open to the public and after-hours or holidays by special access.
Who is eligible to be inurned in the Columbarium?
Current and former church members and their immediate family members.
THEOLOGY OF CREMATION
The Bible doesn’t give instruction on cremation or offer direction on cremation vs. traditional burial.
We believe in a bodily resurrection of the body. We know that God is omnipotent and is not deterred to resurrect the dead in Christ, regardless of the state of their bodies. All bodies decay - and go “from dust to dust” – a reference to Genesis 3:19. God will miraculously resurrect all of us who have died in Christ, into their perfect heavenly bodies.
Cremation is seen by many as a better stewardship of resources in the care of the deceased and (with limited land space in a city like Dallas) as it offers creation care as well.
Cremation offers a meaningful way for loved ones and friends to reflect and remember their lives and influence in a sacred and easily accessible place.
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TOTAL PROJECT AMOUNT: $2,706,000
Questions about the Columbarium & Memorial Garden Project? Email