Funerals
Date/Time of Funeral
It is preferred that all funerals take place Tuesday-Saturday. The wake is generally one hour beginning at 10 a.m. and the funeral service begins promptly at 11 a.m. Bishop Gresham will preach all funerals when he is available. In his absence Bishop Gresham or his designee will assign an Officiant.
Cost to the Family
If the deceased is a disciple of Greater Saint John Cathedral there is no charge for the use of the Chapel, Officiant, and Musician. The church will also prepare repast for up to 50 attendees. If planning is for more than 50, the funeral representative will discuss additional cost. If the deceased is not a disciple of Greater, applicable costs will be discussed with person responsible for making final arrangements.
- Immediately contact the church (301-574-5100) and advise us that a death has occurred.
- Meet or talk with the funeral representative before making final arrangements with the funeral home.
- Understand that no Greater Saint John Ministry or person can make any plans for participation in the wake, Homegoing service, burial or repast without clearance from the Pastor or his designee.
- Most of our Homegoing Services are held in the Chapel.
Date/Time of Funeral
It is preferred that all funerals take place Tuesday-Saturday. The wake is generally one hour beginning at 10 a.m. and the funeral service begins promptly at 11 a.m. Bishop Gresham will preach all funerals when he is available. In his absence Bishop Gresham or his designee will assign an Officiant.
Cost to the Family
If the deceased is a disciple of Greater Saint John Cathedral there is no charge for the use of the Chapel, Officiant, and Musician. The church will also prepare repast for up to 50 attendees. If planning is for more than 50, the funeral representative will discuss additional cost. If the deceased is not a disciple of Greater, applicable costs will be discussed with person responsible for making final arrangements.
