I would like my sister to be my baby's godparent, but my boyfriend said that it's a stupid idea. He said that because he said that she's already the baby's aunt...Does it matter?
2006-09-05 05:56:53 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
i don't think it's stupid at all. your child's Godparent should be someone who will assist in raising your child in their faith. this means also calling the parents into "check" from time to time. the person should be strong in their faith. if this is your sister - then so be it! i'm a Godmother to nephews, nieces & friends children. one catch with friends.... my one sister in law choose a friend and they had a falling out (she's quite demented now) and you can not "undo" a godparent. just pray on it and choose wisely!
2006-09-05 06:43:23 · answer #1 · answered by Marysia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's wrong. It's not uncommon at all for aunts and uncles to also be godparents. The role of a godparent is to be a spiritual and religious guide for that child. You essentially trust these people to assist you in the religious/faith aspect of raising your children. With that in mind, doesn't it make sense to pick a brother or sister? You are closest to them and know their character and beliefs best.
A common misconception is that godparents take your children if you should die. Not true. Godparents have no legal responsibility for their godchildren unless stated so in a will. Guardianship, if not determined by a will, is decided upon by family court.
2006-09-05 06:03:11 · answer #2 · answered by Apple21 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No it doesn't matter. If you think your aunt is an ideal person to be a godparent, then that is all that matters. The fact that she is related to you, and would have already have an involvement in your baby's life is a plus, and this will make the relationship even stronger.
2006-09-05 06:00:05 · answer #3 · answered by aliantha2004 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the rules but I agree with your boyfriend. Your sister will already have a special relationship with your child, she's the aunt that already comes with a certain level of responsibility, love etc. Godparents are usually persons outside of the family who you would like to have that same sort of relationship, love the child etc such as a very close personal friend.
Good luck.
2006-09-05 06:04:51 · answer #4 · answered by ayanagin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A godparent is someone who will assist the parents in bringing the child up in the faith. The godparent should actively participate in the faith and be willing to be a good witness to the child on how to live out his or her faith.
If these criteria apply to your sister, then go ahead.
2006-09-05 06:09:04 · answer #5 · answered by Sldgman 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
of course
an aunt can be a godparent
a godparent is someone who is supposed to take special interest and look out for the Christian upbringing of a child is the parents die.
My aunt is my godmother and I am godfther to my nephew
sign me
THE GODFATHER
2006-09-05 06:01:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't matter. I'm the godparent of my nephew, so I'm in that same situation where I'm the aunt but also the godparent. Doesn't confuse either of us.
2006-09-05 05:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
no it doesn't matter, the godparent is whoever you want it to be. my great and and my great uncle are my godparents and i'm glad i have family members and not just family friends as my godparents. friends come and go but family and especially sisters are forever
hope this helps
peace
2006-09-05 06:00:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the aunt is suitable for the job, sure. All of my nieces and nephews have family as godparents...who better to ensure faith development?
2006-09-05 06:05:17 · answer #9 · answered by kingstubborn 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't see a problem with that. I'd probably make my sister godparent over my children.
2006-09-05 06:00:12 · answer #10 · answered by Coco 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋