Christening Help

[illawarramumof2boys]

Hi Im' about to become a Godmother to my nephew and i dont know whats expected of me on the day. If you cant tell I havnt been to a Christening before.;)

Also what do you wear, and what pressie do I buy, someone please help me:o

[poshBecks]

Hey no need to SHOUT!!! :laughing: :laughing:

Ok well I just became a God mother myself a couple of months ago. ( my first time at a service like that too)
What to expect. You will be required to stand with the parents & make some vows. Make sure you understand what you are vowing, after all you are making a pledge to God!!

Dress: Smart Casual. Pressie. Trinkety things seem to be the go :barf: As a God parent though, I would buy him his first Bible or something like that.

Have fun!! :)

[maydr]

silver metal box engraved specially for baptizmal certificate is only a nice pressie.:thumbsup:

[*Sal*]

Is it in a catholic church, or anglican?? I'm not sure if they expect different things.

If it's catholic, you should buy the cross or angel on a necklace that baby wears. Some parents expect you to purchase baby's outfit as well, or they may have a traditional family outfit already chosen.

I would dress up for the day, it's a special honour being a godparent.

[misskittyfantastico]

I'm not a Godparent myself, but my bro and his partner are Godparents to my DD.
They had to promise to basically help Amelia become a good person/Catholic, watch over her etc. Really, I think you become special people in the childs life that they can turn to etc...
As for dress code - dressy but OTT
Pressie - Amelia was given a gorgeous crucifix and chain
Hope this helps:)

[illawarramumof2boys]

hi

just for those interested the christening went well and thanks to all that replied to my post for your advice. your advice was great and very helpful:smiliedance: