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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults “GO therefore, make disciples of all nations; baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit
and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you” Mt 28:19-20 Who can be a Godparent?
Godparent must be at least 16 years of age, a good practicing and Confirmed Catholic. The Godparent will guide the Catechumen in the final stages of the RCIA process - formally after Rite of Election. Realistically, the Godparent is encouraged to be with the Catechumen even before that. The Godparent continues as a companion with the Catechumen throughout life.
The Godparent will participate with the Catechumen in all the rituals such as giving testimony at the Rite of Election, witness the celebration at the Rite of Initiation and throughout the Mystagogy period. As such, it is encouraged that Godparents be involved in the faith formation of their Catechumens as early as possible. |