Glossary of Terms: Term definition

font, baptismal

A special container used to hold the water for the sacrament of baptism. The font is often mounted on a pedestal. Generally, in United Methodist churches the baptismal font is found in the front of the church, often inside the chancel railing.

Source: A Dictionary for United Methodists, Alan K. Waltz, Copyright 1991, Abingdon Press. Used by permission.

• baptism