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Life Events
St. George’s is a beautiful church with grounds that are serene and reflect our Anglican tradition and the peace we find in prayer as God’s people. Many are drawn to St. George’s to join our worshiping community or to be the location of observing some of life’s milestones. We welcome all people to join as members, and we also invite non-members to feel comfortable in approaching us to work with them in planning and conducting the various ceremonies which mark the important changes in their lives.
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Weddings
Marriage is the most common sacrament non-members ask us to perform and we welcome these opportunities. It is important to note specifically that St. George’s, in full accordance with the policies of the Diocese of Newark, and in keeping with New Jersey State law offers same sex couples equal access to all sacraments, including Marriage.
St. George’s is an Episcopal Church. Our religious tradition requires certain expectations of the couple and the practical working of the church requires others. Since the relationship of members and non-members to the church is different, so are the expectations related to planning and expenses. A member is defined as any person who attends St. George’s and pledges for at least one calendar year prior to the ceremony. The Rector is available to discuss any aspect of this process with couples wishing to proceed.
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Funerals and Memorial Services
When death comes to a member of your family, we recommend that you contact a priest as soon as possible to discuss a funeral or memorial service in the church and/or interment in St. George’s Memorial Garden.
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Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden of St. George’s Church is located on the hillside adjacent to the north wall of the church, in the shadow of the cross.
The Memorial Garden is a fitting final resting place for ashes. The Episcopal Church recommends cremation as an appropriate alternative to traditional burial.
Interment of the ashes in this beautiful garden can be a great comfort and a continual reminder that we share with those who have departed in the fellowship of the saints. Bronze plaques on the Memorial Wall in the Cloister Garden bear the name and dates of birth and death of each person whose ashes are interred there.
Members, relatives and friends of St. George’s may also pre-pay for interment in the Cloister Memorial Garden. Please contact the parish office regarding the guidelines for interment and associated fees.
- Please discuss any questions about your financial expectations during the preparations with clergy or contact the Parish Office
- Please make out one check to “St. George’s Church” for the total amount due for proper distribution. Checks are due one week before the service.
- Financial contributions to the church and Rector are used to fund various ministries of this church.
