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AGUIDE FOR GODPARENTS - is an aid for pastors who deal with ministering to a parade in our constantly moving parish populations. Often godparents arrive from out of town or state. The parents themselves move more often today than ever before in our society. With this book you will cover the theological basics of baptism and the spiritual life in a way that is simple and friendly without being simplistic or condescending. This scriptural basis of hte book is suited to the busy couples that the church sees coming for their spiritual nurture and the baptism of their children. The content of this book will not scare off these couples - parents and godparents - returning to their church. TABLE OF CONTENTS: The Purpose of this book How to use this book introduction Part One - Who God Is? Who Are You? Part Two - The Holy Sacrament of Baptism Part Three - I've been asked to be a godparent What's going to happen when I say 'YES' What happens at the Baptism A Final Note Basic Christian Beliefs: The Lord's Prayer The Apostle's Creed The Ten Commandments
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