St Nicodemus Funerals

11/12/2025

Surrounded by loved ones, this farewell was filled with quiet strength and heartfelt remembrance

A beautiful tribute to a life well lived.

10/12/2025

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Reviews like this remind us why we do what we do. Thank you for your trust, your kindness, and the opportunity to serve your family.

10/12/2025

“You have forgiven the iniquity of Your people; You have covered all their sin. Selah”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭85‬:‭2‬

📍St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, Arncliffe

09/12/2025

The Meaning of Parsley in Orthodox Funerals 🌿

You might have seen someone hold parsley during a funeral burial and wondered why this is done. While simple in appearance, this tradition carries deep spiritual meaning within the Orthodox faith and reflects themes of life, hope, and resurrection.

A Symbol of Life and Renewal

Parsley is a living, green herb, symbolising life continuing beyond the grave. In moments of farewell, it acts as a gentle reminder that death is not the end, but rather a passing into God’s care and the promise of eternal life.

This practice has roots in ancient Mediterranean traditions, where parsley was associated with remembrance and renewal. Within Christianity, this meaning evolved to reflect faith in Christ’s resurrection and the hope of everlasting life.

Why It Is Used During the Third Day Prayer

The Third Day Prayers is a significant part of the burial service, recalling Christ’s suffering and the beginning of His journey to the Cross. At the graveside, this prayer connects personal grief with Christ’s sacrifice, pointing toward comfort, mercy, and the hope of salvation.

Holding parsley during this prayer symbolises the balance between sorrow and faith, a visible reminder of hope during a moment of deep loss.

07/12/2025

St. Anthony of Padua (1195–1231) was a Portuguese-born Catholic priest and friar of the Franciscan Order, known for his powerful preaching and deep knowledge of Scripture. Born Fernando Martins de Bulhões in Lisbon, he first joined the Augustinian order before becoming a Franciscan, inspired by the martyrdom of Franciscan missionaries.

He became famous for his sermons against injustice and for his compassion toward the poor. St. Anthony is widely known as the patron saint of lost things and is often prayed to for help in finding missing items and lost people. He died at the young age of 36 in Padua, Italy, and was canonised less than a year later due to his reputation for holiness and miracles.

He is remembered for his humility, faith, and deep love for God and people. 🤍

05/12/2025

04/12/2025

Taking a moment to appreciate this beautiful arrangement. A truly memorable tribute, one that will be held close in the hearts of all who were there. 🌹

04/12/2025

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We are honoured to have supported this family through such a tender and difficult time. Thank you for your generous words and for placing your trust in us.

03/12/2025

Floral arrangements have a way of bringing the whole service together, a final touch that captures love, memory, and personality. We adore seeing families mix colours and step outside the usual traditions to create something heartfelt and unforgettable.

30/11/2025

Come with us to transfer a loved one into our care.

The transfer vehicle will arrive at the hospital morgue. Our staff will hand the hospital staff a transfer authority form that is filled out by the family of the deceased allowing us to transfer their loved one into our care.

The hospital mortuary register will be filled in and signed. Our staff will then identify the deceased by checking their hospital tag alongside the paperwork.

The deceased will then be transferred into our facility until funeral day.