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What to bring to church as a godparent during Christening?

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I am so excited, I have just been asked to be a godmother. I know generally what is expected but I am trying to sort it all out. What is it that godparents need to bring to the Christening? I know that the priest usually provides a list but I want to start getting ahead of it. With Easter just behind us, I don't know how long it will be until I get the list. The Christening isn't for a few months, but I know that the church seems to be a bit behind and I have no idea how long it will be until I get the list!
 
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I went through this! The priest will give you a list. In my case, I had to chase for the list. There are a lot of items and it takes some time to assemble them. Easy stuff though. You'll need a cross, oil, towels... also, each church may have different things they have the family/godparents get. So it is best to ask.
 
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