| God Sent light into the world.
It signifies Jesus' birth and epiphany. |
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The butterfly is a sign of new life.
It is the symbol of hope as a result of Christ's resurrection.. |
| God came into human history in the person of Jesus.
It is the symbol of God the Creator. |
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The cross symbolizes death.
The empty cross signifies Christ's resurrection. |
| The dove represents innocence and purity.
It symbolizes the coming of the Holy Spirit and God's spirit in the world. |
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The crown of thorns symbolizes Good Friday and Jesus' suffering. |
| The Bible is the written account of the life, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus.
It is the Word of God. |
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Through Christ's Baptism and our own baptism in his name,
water represents the cleansing of the past, the forgiveness, and the opportunities
for new life in Christ. |
| Jesus said to his disciples, "Be fishers of men."
It is the call to each of us to be evangelists and bring people into the church. |
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At the Lord's Supper Jesus said of the wine, "I am the vine.
You are the branches." Jesus said of the wheat bread, "this is my body, broken for you." |
| Each of us carries Christ with us in our heart.
It shows care, compassion and fellowship for others because of what Christ has done for us. |
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The palm symbolizes Palm Sunday, the triumphal entry into Jerusalem
and the praise of Jesus Christ. |
| The ark represents the formation of the church.
Christ calls people together and into community with each other. |
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Christ is the Lamb of God.
It symbolizes the sacrifices Christ has made on our behalf. |
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