Traditionally after sponsoring a godchild's christening or baptism, the godparents received a small thank you note from the parent's of the godchild. Nowadays, parents are giving the godparents a little more. Often it is a more personal gift that shows the godparents how much they are appreciated for the role they will play in the godchild's life.
Godparents are an important part of a child's Christian upbringing and therefore, much thought goes into the decision of who the Godparents will be. Questions such as, what is the faith background of the prospective godparents, and will the prospective godparents be around throughout the child's life, play a large role in the decision making process. Often the child's parents will pick, or may be required to pick, godparents of the same religion, depending on personal preference or on the rules of the church where the child will be baptized.
Godparents are expected to be a part of the child's religious upbringing throughout the child's lifetime. Often you will see godparents as sponsors for the child's First Communion or Confirmation. But most importantly, godparents are expected to ensure the child continues that religious upbringing if the parents should pass away. Obviously there is much responsibility on the part of the godparent and the child's parents may feel the need show their appreciation by bestowing a special gift.
One of my favorite godparent gifts is the Engraved Godparent Wood Picture Frame which holds a 10" x 8" photo and can be engraved with the names of the child and the Godparent(s). Another great idea is a Godparent Cross, and if all else fails, you may want to select a cross that goes with the decor of the godparents' home. Whatever the gift, always remember to include a personal thank you note with it.
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