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May 2007
Memorial Gift Opportunities
In addition to the purchase of niche spaces in the Columbarium, there are two other ways in which the construction may be supported. Contributions for commemoration on the Memorial Plaque or items in the Columbarium may be given in one's own name or as a memorial. See below for more information. We are very close to reaching our goal!
A Letter from the Columbarium Committee, January 2006
An Introduction to Trinity's Proposed Columbarium
A Slideshow Presentation of the Columbarium Exhibit
Dear Friends,
At the Annual Meeting in January 2005 the Parish voted to approve a columbarium to be constructed in the southeast corner of the nave pending an advance commitment equal to eighty percent of the construction cost.
During the last three years the Columbarium Committee has worked to develop an architectural design that complements the beauty of Trinity's Sanctuary and provides an option for those who choose Trinity as their final resting place. The design by Peg Chambers achieves the atmosphere we hoped to create of a restful garden, a holy place located under The Road to Emmaus window.
In this initial offering the full price for each box (space for one) is $2000.00. To reserve a place or to obtain further information regarding the Columbarium download the files below or call Sherrill Farkas at the church office (203-624-3101, ext. 26). She will be happy to send you a copy of a brochure describing the Columbarium, rules governing the Columbarium, a grant agreement (contract) and a description of purchase options.
Feel free to contact any member of the Columbarium Committee with questions.
Sincerely
The Columbarium Committee
(Barbara Fennelly and Judi Kniffin-Shattuck, co-chairs; the Rev. Andrew Fiddler ex officio, Gerrie Adams, Peg Chambers, Ray Chappell, Duo Dickinson, Joe Dzeda, Gates Garrity-Rokous, Barbara Lamb, Robert Orr, Ed Pikaart, Michele Schiraldi, Veronica Soell, David Soper, Mike Stringer, Jan Tredwell, Bob Windom)
Click here for a PDF copy of the brochure describing the columbarium.
Click here for a PDF copy of the rules governing the columbarium.
Click here for a PDF copy of the grant agreement (contract).
Click here for a PDF copy of the description of purchase options.
Click here for a PDF copy of the announcement of memorial gift opportunities to support the columbarium.
Click here for a PDF copy of the memorial gift agreement (please check with Sherrill Farkas [203-776-2606] as to current availability of these gift options).
Trinity's Columbarium (click on each picture to see a larger image. Close image after viewing)
Many parishioners see a need for a sacred place within our church building where cremated remains may be appropriately placed and thus joined in spirit with the Trinity community. Trinity's columbarium will meet this need.
What is a columbarium? Where will our columbarium be located? What will the space look like? How do I reserve a place in the columbarium?
What is a columbarium?
A columbarium is a permanent resting place for cremated remains. Columbarium is a Latin word for dovecote, or a nesting place for doves. The Early Christians in Rome used the term to describe the catacombs where they not only interred their dead but also sought refuge and shelter for worship during times of persecution. The dove of peace, symbol of the Holy Spirit, has always been associated with the Resurrection.
Where will our columbarium be located?
 Our columbarium will be a separate, protected, and sacred space for prayer and meditation. It will occupy a 230-square foot area in the southeast corner of the nave, the corner nearest Chapel and Temple Streets. The image of Christ on the Road to Emmaus as depicted in stained glass by Louis Comfort Tiffany will look upon the columbarium below, just as the columbarium will look upward to the figure of the risen Christ.
What will the space look like?
Designed to blend in with the early Gothic Revival context of our historic nave, the columbarium will resemble a small chapel with a central altar, surrounded by low walls containing hundreds of discrete compartments.
The compartments will contain beautifully crafted boxes. Each box will hold one person's remains. Each person's name will be engraved both on the box and on the outside panel of its compartment. The base of the columbarium altar will provide a space for those who prefer the alternative of commingled ashes. A Memorial Book will record the name and location of every person in the columbarium. The space will also hold benches for rest, contemplation and prayer.
How do I reserve a place?
A sample contract outlining the fees and rules governing the columbarium is available on this website or from the Parish Office. Click here to download a PDF of the sample contract. You may need Adobe Reader to view it (if you do not have this free software on your computer, please download it first from the Adobe site).
A Slideshow Presentation of the Columbarium Exhibit
This exhibit is brought to you by the Columbarium Committee. The design architect is MJ (Peg) Chambers, AIA, a member of the committee.
We have prepared a slideshow presentation containing text background and explanations, architectural drawings, and photographs of models of the planned Columbarium.
The presentation in PDF format is 12.2 MB and will take a few minutes to download to your computer. You may need Adobe Reader to view it (see above).
The presentation will appear in your full screen. To move ahead from one slide to the next, use the Return or Enter key or the right arrow on your keyboard. To move back one slide, use the left (back) arrow. To exit the slideshow, use the Escape (Esc.) key at the top left of your keyboard.
Click here to view the PDF slideshow of the exhibit.
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