Feb 17, 2026
Catholics trace their cemetery history all the way back to the first disciple being buried. They chose to bury their lost close to their churches in anticipation of the resurrection of believers. These early churchyards were referred to as "dormitories" of rest. Catholic cemeteries were open for burial to only Catholics...
Jan 20, 2026
Zoshigaya Cemetery is located in Old Tokyo in Japan and dates back more than 150 years. There are thousands of burials here and several of them are for famous and notable people from Japan. As we look at the history of this beautiful and unique cemetery, we will also...
Dec 16, 2025
The Moravian denomination is one of the oldest Protestant denominations in Christianity. Its roots date back to the mid-1400s and was one of the first movements to break free from Roman Catholicism. Many of the followers became exiles and traveled to America, where they settled in states like Georgia, Pennsylvania and...
Nov 18, 2025
Oak Grove Cemetery is located at 196 N. Lanana Street and was established in 1837. This is one of the oldest cemeteries in the city of Nacogdoches in Texas, a city that is the oldest in the Lone Star State. Many pioneers and Texas Revolutionists are buried here. And there is a victim from a tragic shipping accident on...
Oct 7, 2025
Gravediggers have a special place in our hearts, obviously. Our pseudo-mascot, Mort, is a gravedigger. For centuries, gravediggers have been stigmatized because of their association with the dead, which makes them seem soiled. But the truth is, we need gravediggers. They perform a very important and needed task and have...