When I was 17, I was a sponsor to a baby boy's baptism, I was Godmother. I've had several godchildren especially when I had a better economic status and had a position of authority in the office, children of my office mates. I also sponsored the baptism of the children of some neighbors and relatives. Back then, what I knew was that you have to be ready during their birthdays and Christmas. No seminars were held prior to the baptism, unlike now, the Godparents, together with the parents have to attend a pre-baptism seminar for the parents and Godparents to know their responsibilities to the child. that is, helping each other in nurturing the child towards God's ways, to become a good adult.
I haven't seen my "inaanak" (godchildren) for so many years now. Sorry, I was neglectful of my duties. My only excuse, I didn't know.
The Church is no longer allowing underage godparents. They should at least be 18, baptized themselves, and have attended the pre-baptism seminar. Otherwise, what teaching would they give the child.
Same is true of being a sponsor to a wedding. You have a responsibility to the married couple. If needed, help them financially and spiritually.
Out of the many godchildren I have, I can only remember Nathalie and Theresa Samosa. To others, where are you now?
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