the sign of the cross - this will be made on the forehead of the baptismal candidates. It is like an invisible badge to show that Christians are united with Christ and must not be afraid to stand up for him.
	water - this will be poured over the head of the baptism candidates. it is a sign of being washed clean from sin and beginning a new life with God.
	anointing - the minister may anoint the baptism candidate with oil as a sign of the outpouring of God's Holy Spirit
	a lighted candle - Jesus is called the light of the world. A lighted candle may be given to the baptismal candidate at the end of the service as a reminder of the light that has come into their life.

                                 Alice Painting