One of the many little things I love about being back in the Catholic Church is the holy water fount. It has become an opportunity to thank the Lord for my baptism -- my being joined to Him and His family, the Church. If I stretch that moment to three seconds, I’ll give thanks for my parents who took me to church, placing me on Jesus’ lap so to speak. And I thank God for my godparents, Uncle Harry and Aunt Millie, who truly made me feel special throughout my childhood and even well into adulthood.
The holy water fount is a little sign that preaches a big sermon: For through faith you are all children of God in Christ Jesus. For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. (Galatians 3:26, 27)
It makes sense that the fount is located by the entrance doors of the church because baptism is our entrance into Christ's Church.
For Christians a special gratitude is due to those from whom they have received the gift of faith, the grace of Baptism, and life in the Church. These may include parents, grandparents, other members of the family, pastors, catechists, and other teachers or friends. "I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you." CCC 2220
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