The Font
The font, where children and adults are baptized, represents the point where the christian begins his or her journey to a life with Christ. Baptism is one of the seven sacraments and the basis of the whole Christian life, it is seen as the gateway to life in the Spirit and gives access to the other sacraments. The font is usually to be found near the main entrance to a Church (to reinforce the symbolism of entry into a new life within the Church).
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