Symbols used in Baptism
Oil of Cathechumens: sign of healing and strength smeared of the child’s chest Oil of Chrism: sign of joy and thanks to be born again in Christ Water: necessary for life that sustains and aids children White garment: Sign of dignity and new life which the priest and person baptised would usually be dressed in for the ceremony. Baptism candle: revealing the light of Christ and presented to the newly baptised |