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Baptismal font

In most Christian sects, baptism involves some application of consecrated water (sprinkling, pouring, or immersion) and an invocation of the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—the last often represented by a dove) to wash away sin and initiate a new member into the faith. This font holds a small basin for holy water to be sprinkled or poured onto the head of the church’s new member.
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    • Corona Virus Update
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    • Museum Store
    • Shop
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    • Ed Kinney Series: An Evening With...
    • Free Walking Tours
    • A Discussion With...
    • Student Programs
    • Scout Programs
    • Family Programs
    • Adult Programs
  • Exhibits/Collections
    • Exhibits >
      • Imagination Expressed 2023
      • Water/Ways Video Tour
      • Growing Pleasanton
      • Brickworks
      • What in the World
    • History of Pleasanton
    • Video - Museum on Main Moments
    • Collections
    • Research >
      • Newspaper Research
    • Photographs
    • Things to Donate?
  • Events
    • Ghost Walk
    • Wines & Valentines
    • Amador Centennial Reception
  • Join/Donate
    • Membership
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
    • Living History Program
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    • Mission & History
    • The Values of History
    • EDI Statement
    • Board of Directors & Staff
    • Administrative Documents
    • Contact
  • Facility Rentals
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