Embracing the Graveyard at St. Frances: Love, Legacy, and Life

When couples first visit St. Frances, their eyes sometimes drift toward the old graveyard beside the chapel. It can catch people off guard—after all, it’s not something you often see near a wedding venue. But here, it’s not something to fear. It’s something to embrace.

The graveyard is woven into the history of St. Frances. For nearly two centuries, families who worshipped here chose to be laid to rest nearby, a lasting reflection of devotion, faith, and love. Standing in its quiet presence, you can almost feel the generations that came before—those who laughed, prayed, and cherished life on this very ground. Far from being a somber shadow, the graveyard is a reminder of what weddings celebrate: the power of love, the beauty of legacy, and the gift of life.

Love. Weddings at St. Frances are filled with joy, laughter, and promise. The nearby headstones remind us that love is not fleeting—it endures across time, connecting past, present, and future.

Legacy. Every vow spoken here adds to a story that began in 1845. The graveyard carries the weight of history, grounding each celebration in something greater than the moment itself. Couples leave not just with memories, but with their love etched into the ongoing legacy of this sacred place.

Life. Far from being about endings, the graveyard highlights the preciousness of life itself. As couples stand hand in hand, they’re reminded to celebrate fully, to cherish deeply, and to live their marriage as a vibrant testament to the time they’ve been given.

At St. Frances, the graveyard doesn’t diminish the romance of a wedding day—it enriches it. It reminds every couple who says “I do” that they’re part of something timeless: a place where love is honored, legacy is preserved, and life is embraced in all its beauty.