The Christian life can sometimes be counter-cultural and differ from the behaviour/norms of mainstream society. Remaining faithful to one’s commitment is not always easy; so godparents play an important role in the life of a young Christian. Godparents are chosen by parents and are to be a role model in the child’s life. They should set a good example of how to live a Christian life. Often godparents are the people who would be the guardian of the child if anything ever happened to the parents (Catholic Australia, 2014).
In receiving baptism the child becomes a member of the Catholic Church. This ceremony takes place during the Sunday Eucharist but different parishes vary; it is important to contact your parish and find out when the ceremony will take place. It is extremely common to have more than one baby baptised during the ceremony and this is because the presence of community reflects the act of baptism and the coming together of faith.
In receiving baptism the child becomes a member of the Catholic Church. This ceremony takes place during the Sunday Eucharist but different parishes vary; it is important to contact your parish and find out when the ceremony will take place. It is extremely common to have more than one baby baptised during the ceremony and this is because the presence of community reflects the act of baptism and the coming together of faith.