If you want her to be your lo's godmother, talk to your priest and find out if it is even an option. Sometimes exceptions are made. The age requirement is partly because of the responsibility and, quite frankly, I know some 6th graders who are more mature and more steadfast in their faith than many adults!
Grandparents can be Godparents. Siblings Can be Godparents, but they must be confirmed. I believe the age requirement is diocese specific, but having to be confirmed is a hard and fat rule. Lisa I just had to laugh at the image of a hard and fat rule. My sister and brother are my Godparents. They are 17 and almost 16 years older than I am.
My sister is also my youngest DS's Godmother which I think is pretty cool. I think it depends on the priest. Learn more about our guidelines Just so you know, What to Expect may make commissions on shopping links on this page. This discussion is archived and locked for posting. Archived discussions are usually a bit older and not as active as other community content.
Newest First. KCG, I plan on having more children too, i just hope she can make some lifestyle changes by the time i have my next child. Your Guide to the First Trimester of Pregnancy. Your Guide to the Second Trimester of Pregnancy. In January Babies Need godparent advice. Latest: 2 years ago b WTE Must Reads. Jump to Your Week of Pregnancy. Pregnancy Week. Trending On What to Expect. Please whitelist our site to get all the best deals and offers from our partners.
Moms Discuss Family Planning. Welcome to the What to Expect community! Report as Inappropriate. Escalate to Moderator. Please select a reason for escalating this post to the WTE moderators:. Some of my children's godparents are not even Catholic. Just got to agree to bring them up in the way of the church.
Parties What foods do you have at a party? Parties Have you held a themed Party? Parties Parents bringing siblings to parties. Can't find your answer? In answer to Jod86peo. When i christened DD1 i wanted my cousin 12 to be godmother, priest said it was fine as long as one godparent was over Plus only one godparent has to be confirmed as they promise to denounce the devil and lead the child in the catholic faith during the service.
In answer to sarah d You can but depends on their age and the church. I am CofE and my Rev is very strict and God Parents must be over 16 and baptised themselves my cousin has recently converted to catholic and her unbaptised siser who my vicar wouldn't allow be my sons Godmother is allowed to be Godmother to her niece by the Priest! Five ways to help you kick mess into touch Things you will learn in first year of parenting The irony of being a parent The things only really tired mums can relate to Single parents Step parents Siblings Extended family Having an only child Advice for adoptive parents Fostering Parents with two children under three, can you relate?
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