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May 20, 2010, 01:16 AM
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I'm really not sure at all. My friend wants me to be his daughter's godfather, solely a sign of endearment, but what does that generally entail? (Not that my friend knows either.)
 
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May 20, 2010, 01:35 AM
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There are 2 traditional reasons; to provide spiritual instruction to the child. The second is that should the biological father ever become unable for whatever reason to raise his son, well, that is where you would step in. Goodluck!
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May 20, 2010, 10:07 PM
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God forbid anything bad happens to him.
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May 20, 2010, 10:15 PM
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Yeah I thought it was if something were to happen to the parents the child would be cared for by the "godfather" but I kinda also heard that it was a catholic thing to. I think NuckingFutz had a good definition.
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May 20, 2010, 11:29 PM
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May 21, 2010, 12:06 AM
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Neither of us are Catholic; he's a good friend I've helped a great deal in the past.
 Refer to yourself as “The Don.” You’re a godfather. You’ve earned it. I could actually get away with that. 
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May 21, 2010, 09:10 AM
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To pray for and be an example of faith to the child.
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May 21, 2010, 09:15 AM
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Good link, Byzantine!--got a good laugh out of "read it or you'll sleep with the fishes"
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May 21, 2010, 10:42 AM
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Yes that was a very informative link Byz. it would be nice to speak with the parents about what their idea of a Godfather is. If they're having a party it would be nice to give a gift/card and for sure visit on holidays.
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