Sponsor/Godparent

Sponsor and Godparent Companion

Sponsor and godparent preparation helps the companion pray, stay present, and support Catholic life beyond the celebration day.

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Local preparation

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Best for

Godparents
Confirmation sponsors
OCIA sponsors

Parish checklist

Ask the parish about requirements
Confirm forms or attestations if needed
Meet with the person or family
Plan ongoing prayer

Prayer practice

Pray regularly by name for the person you accompany and ask how to support their Catholic life.

Preparation path

Ask What Is RequiredConfirm parish expectations before assuming details.First stepPray by NameBegin praying regularly for the person you accompany.Throughout preparationPlan Ongoing PresenceChoose how you will support Catholic life after the celebration.Before celebration

Role-based checklist

Confirm parish expectationsAsk what forms, eligibility, formation, or presence are expected.sponsor / parishSpeak with the familyAsk how you can support prayer, Mass, and Catholic formation.godparent / conversationPray consistentlyChoose a simple weekly prayer by name.sponsor / prayerRefer eligibility questions locallyDo not make eligibility assumptions; ask the parish.all / parish

Reflection prompts

How will I remain present after the sacrament is celebrated?For sponsors and godparentsWhat does my Catholic witness need in order to be honest and humble?For sponsors and godparents

Prayers

Prayer for a Sponsor or Godparent

Lord, make me a faithful companion, steady in prayer, humble in witness, and generous in love.

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Continue with nearby sacramental formation when it helps your parish conversation.

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Parents

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A calm companion for preparing for Baptism with parish guidance, prayer, and family reflection.

Preparation supports

Parents preparing a child for Baptism, Adults beginning parish preparation

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Confirmation

Confirmation candidates

Confirmation Companion

A companion for Confirmation preparation rooted in the Holy Spirit, discipleship, sponsor support, and mission.

Preparation supports

Confirmation candidates, Parents

Open companion

First Communion

First Communion families

First Communion Companion

A family-centered companion for preparing for First Communion with reverence and gratitude.

Preparation supports

Children preparing for First Communion, Parents and families

Open companion