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Godparent
In denominations of Christianity, a godparent or sponsor is someone who bears witness to a child's baptism (christening) and later is willing to help in their catechesis, as well as their lifelong spiritual formation.[1] 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, and to offer mentorship. [2][3] 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).
- ^ Fitzgerald, Timothy (1994). Infant Baptism. Liturgy Training Publications. p. 17. ISBN 9781568540085.
- ^ Marty, Martin E. (1962). Baptism: A User's Guide. Augsburg Books. p. 139. ISBN 9781451414080.
- ^ S. Ringen, What democracy is for: on freedom and moral government (Princeton University Press, 2007), p. 96.
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