Okay, so I was asked to be the godmother of my twin nieces. They were never baptised at baby's and well now they want me to do, which I'm all for. I know I need to take classes at the church with my nieces but I need to know what else I need to do. I know there's a party involved. I guess I'm wanting to know more info on their attire for the church. They're supposed to wear white, right? Could it be ANY white dress from like say "david's bridal"? Or does it have to be a specific type of material with certain types of designs? I'm wondering because I want to see how much I'm going to end up spending. LoL
2007-03-20 11:53:57 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I'm not wearing WHITE. Maybe my question seemed confusing. I want to know what kind of dress to get the two girls! I already know I could wear whatever.
2007-03-20 12:16:31 · update #1
This isn't like a wedding... wear something nice and appropriate for church, but there is no need to break the bank. I would actually avoid wearing white - that is the color of the baptismal garment, so you'll want to leave that for those being baptized.
When you go to the classes with them, ask one of the leaders on a break. They'll be able to give you the best advise. (While you're at it, find out if the girls are just being baptized or are also being confirmed and receiving communion. Given their age, that might be the case.)
2007-03-20 12:14:16 · answer #1 · answered by Church Music Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As the godmother, you don't have to wear white, just the kids. You can just dress in nice, church appropriate clothes.
You shouldn't have to attend any classes although the priest may want to meet with you to go over the service and the vows that you will make. If you are not a catholic, make sure the priest is okay with that.
At 13 the girls may be going for a combined service of baptism and first communion. The mother or the priest should be able to explain the mechanics of this service to you. Note that if you are not a catholic, you are not supposed to take communion but some priests will let you.
Generally the party afterwards would be the parents' responsibility, not the godparents'. You just need to bring a gift. Something christian would be appropriate. One potentially cool gift I've seen is a pendant with a "widow's mite" coin in it. Other Roman coins from the 1st century are also available and not as expensive as you would think. More traditional gifts would be crosses, saints medallions, bibles, or prayer books.
2007-03-20 11:59:33 · answer #2 · answered by Dave P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Make sure they where a "cup" as well.
2007-03-20 11:59:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋