The primary resource for being a Catholic godparent. Being a Godparent explores the important role of godparents in the life of their newly baptized godchild. From standing in at the childs baptism to nurturing a future relationship with them, Gallagher and Gasslein explore each step of the journey. Gallagher offers advice about keeping a godchild in ones prayers, telling them stories and spending time with them and supporting them through adolescence. The rules of being a godparent are basic: be at least 16 years old, be a baptized and active Catholic and be chosen by the parents. The responsibilities and rewards, on the other hand, keep growing by the year. In accordance with the most recent Order of Baptism of Children, by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops.Patrick Gallagher, Bernadette Gasslein