2007-11-29 15:10:58 · 10 answers · asked by atheist godfather 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
If they're happy. No. If you're happy. No.
The kid growing up will be happy to have someone in his life.
2007-11-29 15:14:44 · answer #1 · answered by taa 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a little bit wierd because I think an important part of God Parents' jobs is to help raise a child in faith.
However, you got the endorsement from his parents. Who would be better to make the choice?
Good luck. I hope you have a lot of fun and educational experiences with your nephew. I recomend fishing, camping, and water parks as great ways to spend time with youngsters (and adults for that matter).
2007-11-29 15:22:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not really weird ..... they are showing their trust in you to care for their child IF something ever happens to them... I am sure they have taken into account your atheism.... and they still trust you to do what is right when/if the time comes.... their wishes !!!!!! A child can be brought up Christian by an atheist..... go in peace....... God bless
2007-11-29 15:17:04 · answer #3 · answered by Annie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am a Buddhist, and I am the godmother of a child christened in the United Church of Canada. His godfather is a Roman Catholic.
Either your godson's parents are not particularly devout, or they respect your spiritual commitment in spite of your not being of their faith.
2007-11-29 15:18:43 · answer #4 · answered by Pamela J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The point of godparents is to take custody of the child if their parents die. Though it has obvious religious connections, it's not really seen that way nowadays.
2007-11-29 15:17:24 · answer #5 · answered by JC 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is so weird. When my husband and I discuss godparents we always choose people that are the same religion as us since it is a religious ceremony.
2007-11-29 15:45:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is an atheist and a godparent because the parents, who are christian, recognized that he is a good and decent man.
2007-11-29 15:18:25 · answer #7 · answered by Petrushka's Ghost 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't you have to publically profess your belief in Jesus when you become godfather to someone's child? I thought that was part of the ceremony.
2007-11-29 15:17:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, I have a godson and I'm an atheist.
2007-11-29 15:14:49 · answer #9 · answered by punch 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
do I have to kiss your ring before important meetings?
2007-11-29 15:25:20 · answer #10 · answered by I'm an Atheist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋