Posts by The Episcopal Parish of St. Clement.
Committal in the Chapel of Peace (Columbarium)Â
In the Episcopal Church, a “committal” in a columbarium refers to the ceremony in which cremated remains are placed in a designated niche within the columbarium, effectively marking the final resting…
Read MoreThe Blessing of a Civil Marriage
In the Episcopal Church, The Blessing of a Marriage is a service that acknowledges a couple’s commitment after a civil ceremony. It asks for God’s guidance and blessing for their new life…
Read MoreFunerals
An Episcopal funeral is a worship service that celebrates the deceased’s life and honors their spirit. It’s based on the resurrection of Jesus and the belief that those who die will be…
Read MoreHoly Matrimony
In The Episcopal Church, Holy Matrimony for Christian marriage, a lifelong union between two people. It’s a sacrament or a visible sign of God’s grace. It is not just a wedding in…
Read MoreRenaming and the Affirmation of True Self
If you’re transitioning to a new name, reclaiming your identity after a divorce, embracing a new cultural name, or marking a significant milestone, a renaming ceremony is a wonderful way to…
Read MoreReception
In the Episcopal Church, a reception is a public ceremony that welcomes people confirmed in another Christian denomination. It is a way for them to join the Episcopal Church while honoring their…
Read MoreConfirmation
In The Episcopal Church, confirmation is a sacramental act that affirms a baptized person’s commitment to Christ. It includes a public celebration with prayer and the bishop laying on hands. The purpose of confirmation…
Read MoreBaptism
In The Episcopal Church, baptism is a public ritual in which a person is formally initiated into the Christian faith by being baptized with water in the name of the Father,…
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