08/11/2025
🕯️ The Significance of the Christening Candle: Illuminating Your Child's Journey
When you bring your child forward for a christening (baptism), the candle we present is one of the most powerful and beautiful elements of the ceremony. It is much more than just a light; it is a profound symbol of the new life your child is beginning.
Here is how we explain its meaning to families:
🌟 Christ as the Light of the World
The candle is first and foremost a representation of Jesus Christ. In the Christian faith, Christ is understood as the "Light of the World." By lighting your child's candle from the main baptismal (Paschal) candle, we symbolize that the light of Christ has now entered their soul. This light is meant to dispel the darkness of sin and guide their steps throughout their life.