The sacrament of baptism has become for us not a great rite, but rather the same common thing after the birth of a child, like, say, vaccinations. Of course, you can not do it, but you should play it safe. The Russian people were cut off from the church for quite a long time. Suffice it to recall the famous novel The Master and Margarita, where Bulgakov vividly describes the contempt for faith characteristic of that time. That is why modern society has forgotten why godparents are needed and what the rite of baptism carries in itself. In the world of bureaucracy, even certificates are issued that the sacrament took place. But if you are a future godmother, study your duties carefully. There are no trifles in this matter!
Godmother: duties and responsibilities
Some girls are very serious about this kind of proposal. All right. You have to not only spoil the child with gifts, but be responsible for his moral upbringing. A special spiritual connection will have to form between the godmother and the godson. It can be said that you will be a mentor
human for the restlife.
Let's start with preparation. If a child is to be baptized, the rules for the godmother and godmother are very simple. Go to church first and find out when the special preliminaries are held. There you will be told about the rite itself and your future duties. Before the sacrament, it is necessary to take communion, and the date must also be chosen so that it does not coincide with the days of menstruation at the godmother, because she will not be allowed to the font.
The church will explain to you in detail when general and individual baptisms are performed, as well as their cost. Do not forget to purchase a cross and a special vest (baptismal dress). There are no specific rules regarding who should pay the expenses associated with the ordinance, but it is still considered to be the godparents' prerogative.
If earlier both parents were needed, now only one is often invited. Accordingly, for a girl - a woman, and for a boy - a man. But ministers of the church are advised to follow the old canons. After all, the godfather and godmother, whose duties are the spiritual upbringing of the child, are the support and support for the baby.
Are you afraid of such a wonderful " title" as a godmother? Do duties and responsibilities scare you? You don't have to worry, but it's worth thinking about. First of all, about who invited you. If this is a close person with whom you are connected by more than just friendship, and the birth of a baby in a strange family caused your delight - agree. Knowledge of prayers and faith in God are far from everything. The main thing is that the babybecame almost family to you. Love is the foundation of the foundations, thanks to it, a special connection will be established between you, which will protect your godson.
If the request comes from a person far from you, do not rush to agree. Perhaps the child will love you, and you will love him, but you can’t be sure of this. It is not very good when the godmother, whose duties are very important, is away from the godson (meaning not only and not so much the distance as the relationship, the desire to help and participate in fate). Take the rite of baptism very seriously. If you have a cool relationship with the baby's parents, but for some reason the offer was received, then it is better to tactfully refuse.
