A Sacred Place of Peace, Remembrance, and Hope
For generations, The Church of St. Paul in the Desert has stood as a beacon of faith, welcome, and spiritual refuge in the heart of Palm Springs. Nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains in the historic Old Las Palmas neighborhood, our church is a place where the beauty of creation meets the enduring promise of resurrection.
As part of our ministry of care and remembrance, St. Paul’s offers sacred spaces for the inurnment of cremated remains. These spaces are set within the peaceful grounds of the church, surrounded by the natural beauty of the desert and the quiet strength of our historic architecture.
Our sacred grounds offer two destinations for inurnment:
The Colonnade
Cremated remains are reverently placed in individual niches within the Mission Revival Style columns of the Colonnade. Each niche is marked with a granite tile, engraved with the name of the loved one inured within. This peaceful walkway invites quiet reflection, with benches thoughtfully placed for prayer and remembrance.
The Bell Tower Memorial Garden
Cremated remains are also enclosed within the Bell Tower. Names of the departed are inscribed on granite tiles along the Memorial Garden Wall. The garden features the church’s original altar, where flowers and mementos may be lovingly placed. While the Bell Tower itself is a non-visitation area, the surrounding garden offers a tranquil space for contemplation and connection.
Cremation Container Size Guidelines
To ensure proper placement within our Columbarium, please note the following size limitations for cremation containers in both the
Colonnade and the Bell Tower Memorial Garden:
Maximum Height: 7 inches
Maximum Width: 5 inches
Maximum Depth: 9 inches
We kindly ask that all cremation containers conform to these dimensions. If you have questions about container specifications or need assistance, please contact our Parish Administrator.
“I am Resurrection and I am Life, says the Lord. Whoever has faith in me shall have life, even though he die. And everyone who has life, and has committed himself to me in faith, shall not die for ever.”
Eligibility & Reservations
Eligibility
Inurnment at The Church of St. Paul in the Desert is available to parishioners and others, with eligibility verified by the Co-Rectors.
Please contact the church office to begin the verification process.
Reservations & Fees
Once eligibility is confirmed, inurnment rights may be reserved by completing a contract with the church. The following options are available:
- The Colonnade
- Cost: $2,500
- Includes a $400 fee deposit and a $2,100 contribution to the Columbarium Endowment Fund
- The Bell Tower Memorial Garden
- Cost: $500
- Includes a $75 fee deposit and a $425 contribution to the Columbarium Endowment Fund
All reservations must be accompanied by the deposit fee. Full payment is required within one year of signing the contract or at the time of inurnment, whichever comes first. Please note that granite engraving cannot be completed until full payment is received. All fees are non-refundable.
Perpetual Care
Ongoing care and maintenance of the Columbarium and Memorial Garden are supported through the Endowment Fund. Contributions to this fund are tax-deductible.
In this serene and sacred setting, each inurnment is treated with the utmost honor, dignity, and care.
We are honored to walk with you in this sacred journey of remembrance and peace.
Questions or More Information?
We welcome your inquiries and are here to assist you with any questions about our Columbarium. To schedule a personal appointment with our co-rectors please contact our Parish Administrator: at 760.320.7488 or email.
