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== What happens at an infant baptism service? ==
The religious building of Christians is a [[church]]. One of the services which take place in this building is called an [[Infant Baptism|infant baptism]]. This [[service]] is to welcome the new [[baby]] into the church family.

== What symbols are used at an infant baptism ==

* The [[cross]] - this symbol reminds [[Christian|Christians]] of [[Jesus]] and the importance of him.
* [[Water]] - this is a symbol of cleansing - some [[Christian|Christians]] believe this [[water]] makes the [[baby]] pure and clean before [[God]].
* Lit [[candle]] - this symbolises the light of [[Jesus]] will be there to guide the [[Baby|baby's]] life.