How to Ask Someone to Be Your Child's Godparent
Make a shortlist of people whose values align with your own.. Consider what they might offer your child that you do not.. Check the policies of your local church.
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Make a shortlist of people whose values align with your own.
Make a shortlist of people whose values align with your own.
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Consider what they might offer your child that you do not.
Consider what they might offer your child that you do not.
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Check the policies of your local church.
Check the policies of your local church.
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Select a person who can build a lasting relationship with your child.
Select a person who can build a lasting relationship with your child.
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Decide when you would like to ask.
Decide when you would like to ask.
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Schedule a meeting with the prospective godparents.
Schedule a meeting with the prospective godparents.
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Ask questions to gauge their interest and suitability.
Ask questions to gauge their interest and suitability.
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Be clear about your expectations.
Be clear about your expectations.
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Extend the invitation in a meaningful way.
Extend the invitation in a meaningful way.
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