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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GodparentGodparent - Wikipedia

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   A male godparent is a godfather, and a female godparent is a godmother. The child is a godchild (i.e., godson for boys and goddaughter for girls).

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › GodmotherGodmother - Wikipedia

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   A godmother is a female godparent in the Christian tradition; she is present at the christening of the child and promises to see that the child is raised to be a Christian. She may also offer mentorship and/or claim legal guardianship of the child as her own if needed due to circumstances.

4. www.crosswalk.com › family › parentingWhat is a Godparent and What Role Do They Have Today? - Crosswalk

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   Oct 23, 2020 · Godparents are chosen to support and mentor a child spiritually and emotionally, often in a baptism or dedication ceremony. Learn about the origin, meaning and modern practice of godparents, and see how they are portrayed in the Bible.

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5. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › godmotherGODMOTHER | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of godmother as a female godparent, and see how it is used in sentences and contexts. Find out how to say godmother in different languages with the translator tool.

6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › godmotherGodmother Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the origin, usage, and examples of the word godmother, which means a woman who sponsors a person at baptism. Find out how to cite, translate, and play with this word on Merriam-Webster.com.

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   What is the difference between a godmother and a godmother?

   • A male Godparent is referred to as a "Godfather", and a female Godparent is referred to as a "Godmother". Traditionally, Christian parents will select one Godmother and one Godfather to sponsor a child's baptism and continue to guide the child spiritually throughout their lives.

   The Role of a Godparent and How to Choose One for Your Child

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   What does a godparent do?

   • In both religious and civil views, a godparent tends to be an individual chosen by the parents to take an interest in the child's upbringing and personal development, to offer mentorship or claim legal guardianship of the child if anything should happen to the parents. A male godparent is a godfather, and a female godparent is a godmother.

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   What does godmother mean?

   • Look up godmother in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. A godmother is a female godparent in the Christian tradition; she is present at the christening of the child and promises to see that the child is raised to be a Christian. She may also offer mentorship and/or claim legal guardianship of the child as her own if needed due to circumstances.

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   Should a mother choose a godmother or a father?

   • Typically, a mother will choose the godmother and the father will choose the godfather, but that is not a set-in stone rule. Together a mother and father should choose the godparents that are best for their child, not ones out of pressure or convenience. Prayer is the first step to this.

   What is a Godparent and What Role Do They Have Today? - Crosswalk

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   What is a godparent in Christianity?

   • What Is a Godparent? In many denominations of Christianity, a Godparent is a person who assists in ensuring that a child's spiritual well-being is carried out. A male Godparent is referred to as a "Godfather", and a female Godparent is referred to as a "Godmother".

   The Role of a Godparent and How to Choose One for Your Child

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   Who chooses a godparent?

   • Many times, one Godparent will be chosen by the mother for her side of the family, or a close friend, and likewise one on the side of the father for a relative or close friend. Traditionally a godparent will take part in a baptism or baby dedication for the infant, and make a vow to assume a role in the spiritual development of that child.

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8. wehavekids.com › family-relationships › How-toThe Role of a Godparent and How to Choose One for Your Child

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   Jul 21, 2023 · Get tips on choosing a Godfather or Godmother for your child. Learn about the responsibilities, when to select one, and how to pick the right one.

9. www.britannica.com › topic › godparentGodparent | Definition, History, & Role | Britannica

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   May 31, 2024 · Godparent, in Christianity, one who stands surety for another in the rite of baptism. In the modern baptism of an infant or child, the godparent makes a profession of faith for the person being baptized and assumes an obligation to foster the religious training of the child.