The Prayer

Of

St. Francis

Lord, Make me a channel of your peace.

Where there is hatred let me may bring Love.

Where there is injury, your pardon, Lord

And where there’s doubt, true faith in you.

Lord, Make me a channel of your peace.

Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope.

Where there is darkness, only light.

And where there’s sadness, ever joy.

Oh, Master, grant that I may never seek.

So much to be consoled, as to console.

To be understood, as to understand.

To be loved, as to love, with all my soul.

Lord, Make me a channel of your peace.

It is in pardoning that we are pardoned.

In giving of ourselves that w receive.

And in dying that we’re born to eternal life.

St. Francis

Cemetery

St. Francis Xavier Henryville

Mailing Address

101 St. Michael Drive, Charlestown, IN 47111

Ph. 812-256-3200

Fax 775-307-6142

April 1, 2011

Dear Parishioners,

We can be very proud of St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. For many generations parishioners have visited and cared for the final resting places of their families and friends. In our effort to continue this Catholic tradition, we share with you the contents of this brochure. It is our hope that the policies explained here will enable us to provide for the needs of our cemeteries for many years to come. And, it is our intent to bring spiritual growth and comfort to you.

Fees[1]

Lots - $600 for Parishioner[2]

$1,500 for Non Parishioners

Perpetual Care Fees

$150 For Parishioners

$500 For Non Parishioners

Due At The Time Of All Internments

Baby Lots

For A Full Lot – $600

Baby Section - $150

(1/4 Size With A Flat Monument)

Cremation

For A Full Lot – $600

Regular Monument Is Allowed

On A Relatives Lot – No Charge But

A Flat Monument Required

All Funds Will Be Set Aside For The Long Term Care Of The Cemetery

Care Of The Cemetery

Parishioners donate time and money to do the trimming and cutting of the grass at the cemetery. We are grateful for their devotion to the cemetery.

We do not permit the planting of trees, shrubs, or other plants in the cemetery. All wreathes, vases of flowers, and other articles should be firmly attached on the monuments. No loose articles are permitted..Shepherd hooks must be anchored in the foundation directly next to the monument.

Intentions

Intention Cards May Be Obtained At The Funeral Homes Or From The Church.

Location

St. Francis Cemetery is located on Blue Lick Road just south of Highway 160 and West of I-65.

Pre-Planning Of Funerals

We encourage you to make plans for your funeral ahead of time. This clarifies your desires for the benefit of your family. It enables the church to do a better job of serving the spiritual needs of your loved ones. Contact the pastor to make arrangements.

As The Time Of Death Approaches

In these days of privacy laws, Hospitals and Nursing Homes are no longer permitted to share information on the status of their clients.

You and your family need to contact the pastor and church anytime you go into the hospital or a nursing home. It is important to keep the pastor and church advised of the condition of family members.

When possible, as the time of death approaches, it is better to begin a dialogue with the pastor and parish about pastoral care and possible funeral arrangements before the passing of your loved one.

As a minimum, contact the Parish Office and Pastor at the same time or before contacting the funeral home.

[1]Prices Effective April 1, 2013

[2] A parishioner is someone who is registered in the parish and/or raised in the parish. Spouses of parishioners are considered “parishioners” of the parish.