We collaborate with churches nationwide, extending our reach far beyond the Tennessee Valley. Jake Stum, one of our dedicated owners, is passionate about helping churches create sacred spaces. As a pastor with decades of experience in local church ministry, Jake is uniquely equipped to guide you through every step of the process when considering a columbarium or memorial garden. From initial brainstorming and capital campaign planning to working with committees, design, and installation, Jake provides comprehensive support to ensure your vision becomes a reality. Why might a columbarium make sense to your local church? See below more information...
The church has a long history of honoring it’s heroes and members by interring their remains within the church grounds. Originally, churches would be built over the body of a saint as a way to commemorate and honor the individual. This was true until the 11th century when churches began to also burry the remains of saints, royals, and high profile leaders. This expanded throughout the centuries to include lay people within the church and community. Would your church like to join the rich history of honoring your members by providing a beautiful space for them to be laid to rest on your church property?
Cremation rates have risen dramatically over the last decade and will continue to climb. Within 10 years over 70% of families will choose cremation for their loved ones.
Many church leaders espouse the desire to care for their members from the womb to the tomb. A church based memorial garden and/or columbarium vividly demonstrates this commitment.
We can help you design and install a space that is sacred. A holistic design that incorporates both the columbarium and surrounding environment can make a wonderful addition to your campus.
Memento Mori translates “remember you will die.” From the psalms in the Old Testament (i.e. Psalm 90), to the early monastic communities, through the Middle Ages, and continuing to today, it has been important for Christians to remember our immortality. This addition to the church property is a vivid reminder of this.
A church space can provide families with a holy space that is safe and meaningful for them to remember their loved ones. It can carry more significance than a cemetery.
Our owner, Jake Stum, is a pastor and spent decades in local church ministry. He is the ideal person to help you with every step of the process as you consider a columbarium: from brainstorming, to capital campaigns, to working with a committee, to design, and installation, Jake can help you with every aspect.