2007-04-02 01:19:25 · 7 answers · asked by T J 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Languages
It means to take baptismal vows on behalf of a child and in so doing to take responsibility, along with the parents of a child, for the spiritual upbringing of that child until such time as he or she can decide for him or herself to renew the vows taken on his or her behalf in confirmation, i.e. acceptance as an adult member of the Church. It is a solemn and serious undertaking. It carries no legal responsibility: only spiritual responsibility.
2007-04-02 01:52:41 · answer #1 · answered by Doethineb 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have a godmother and Father the idea behind that custom (if that child's parents die or are unable to take care of that child the god parents must step in and take over ) i like having them because i get great presents and money for holidays and such lol
2007-04-02 01:37:22 · answer #2 · answered by canielany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
And you will give money or presents to your godchild on New Year's Day.
Unless you have a godfather who's a farmer like my late godfather, then you will be told "Wait till I sell a calf!"
2007-04-02 01:31:12 · answer #3 · answered by Erik Van Thienen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even though the previous answers are correct.
The most complete in every sens is Caicos' one.
2007-04-02 06:41:32 · answer #4 · answered by Martha P 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In case of the death of the parents, you will take responsibility for raising their kids.
2007-04-02 01:23:44 · answer #5 · answered by lda 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's like if the child's mom or dad dies that person would take custody after they both die.
2007-04-02 01:23:31 · answer #6 · answered by E.E.L. 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It means that you named your kid God.
Love and blessings Don
2007-04-02 01:22:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋