A Resting Place Within Sacred Walls: St Canice’s Columbarium Offers a Rare Legacy in Sydney

In the heart of Sydney, St Canice’s Parish Rushcutters Bay offers something increasingly rare — the opportunity to be laid to rest within the consecrated

grounds of a historic, inner-city church. The St Canice’s columbarium, nestled

within the Lady Chapel, is one of only six Catholic church Columbaria in Sydney.

More than just a final resting place, the columbarium is a sanctuary of memory, woven into the daily rhythm of parish life. Surrounded by the beauty and heritage of the 19th-century sandstone church, those interred remain part of the living parish community — present at every Mass, remembered in every prayer. In a

fast-paced and ever-changing city, St Canice’s offers a sacred permanence — a place where families can return, reflect, and feel connected to both history and faith. It’s a rare and deeply personal way to remain spiritually connected to the church and the community, now and into eternity. If you would like further information visit: columbarium@stcanice.org.au