Baptism A welcoming ceremony

– talk about symbols found in a baptism and their special meaning.

- I can explain why baptism is special. – I know some of the symbols and artefacts used in baptism. – I can draw some of the artefacts and symbols. – I can label them. – I can tell someone else what the artefacts are used for.

What is happening here?

Baptism Water washes away sins.

Baptism Shell A shell is sometimes used to pour water over the baby’s head. This reminds us that the first Christians were baptised by the river or the seashore.

Baptism Candle Sometimes a candle is given to the parents and Godparents. This reminds us of Jesus Christ who is called the light of the world.

Baptism Dove The dove is a symbol of the holy spirit which is important to Christians.

Baptism Stole The Vicar doing the baptism will often wear a stole. Which symbols can you see on these stoles?

Baptism Christening gown Babies will often wear a christening gown for their baptism.

Baptism font water shell candle gown stole

- talk about symbols found in a baptism and their special meaning.

I can explain why baptism is special. – I know some of the symbols and artefacts used in baptism. – I can draw some of the artefacts and symbols. – I can label them. – I can tell someone else what the artefacts are used for.

Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Look at the symbols. Think about the symbols meaning. Write the symbols meaning.