What's a good baptism gift?
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SILVER. It's an old tradition that has been in my family (French Catholic) for years. When my fourth brother was born his godmother gave to him on his baptism a huge hunk of SILVER! It wasn't just a silver coin but a huge hunk of melted silver. It's a neat thing that is quite tactile and fun to hold in your hands.\n  Myself I've given silver on occasions for others as well. For instance my nephew received a drawing from me in silver-point. I'm an artist and I drew a picture of three baby animals in sterling silver. He's in his late twenties now and it is considered as valuable as my brothers Huge Hunk Of Silver.\n   Whatever gift you give is good but from what I've learn-ed from my grandmother is that a gift of silver is traditional. \n  Congratulations on your new found position as a Godmother. It's a wonderful title to hold, and God bless you and the Baptism to come.
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I think that the mp3 would be thoughtful since he likes to use yours and you could also give him a CD mix with some songs that remind you of him and him of you to put on there... but next to that you could also make him something. \n\nOne gift I made him was a nice photo album with photos that we took together or of things that were on trips we took together. This christmas I am also doing something like that with photo-transfers but if you are not artistically inclined a scrap book is really a easy and very personal gift to make. Simply head to your local craft store for ideas... and remember to leave blank pages for the memories you still have to create!
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Jewelry is always good.  It doesn't have to be elaborate (c'mon...it's Easter we're talking about here).  Or how about a nice Easter lilly w/a great card.  Romantic cards go a long way w/women.\n\nMaybe a flower pot, seeds, gardening gloves for her & the grand daughter to plant things together???\n\nBottle of wine & some nice wine glasses???\n\nFlowers w/a nice vase (& the card....don't foget the card...lol)\n\nScented candles & relaxation bubble bath???\n\nDVD set of her favorite TV show???\n\nHope some of this helps...good luck & Happy Easter.
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Did they register somewhere?  If so, pick out something from their registry.  That way you know you are getting them something will want/need.  \n\nI have given things like: flannel sheets, a bottle of champagne and a pair of candles, gift certificates.
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Olivia has a good response. In my church, our praise teams, youth and children shop together for blankets, cologne, trinkets, candy, fruit, and any other items we can provide for the elderly and we go and visit.  Usually the nurses and caregivers will have the whole room filled with the residents.  Hot chocolate and warm cookies are served (for those who can have them) and we tell the story of Jesus' birth. The children sing, dance, recite Bibical scriptures, and pass out the gifts.  We share love with the residents and caregivers and carol up and down the hallways.  It always brings a smile to their faces AND more importantly - it's not done ONCE A YEAR.  We go every month to share Jesus with them and show them love.  That's one of the most rewarding things we do.  If you want to do a program for the church, go online or to a Christian bookstore and find a very simple "play" that you can put together.  You might need some assistance from other members of the church or parents, but we also do this. Our play this year is called: The Greatest Gift.  All of our kids are participating, and even the older people have parts.  I play all the music and our young people will peform a dance to "O Holy Night".  We carol in the neighborhood and we also decorate the neighborhood's mail boxes while we sing.  Good luck.
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for the baby - a silver spoon and cup, if its a girl then silver anklets would do . the safest gifts are toys for the baby. or gift certificates for restaraunts since with a new baby the parents might just want a break with the cooking and cleaning for a change
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I think it is very appropriate.  The Godparents have agreed to be a spiritual and religious leader, as well as support and friend for you daughter as she grows up.  This is a big commitment.  A small gift, such as maybe a gift card, or a small bouquet of flowers, would be a good sign of appreciation for such a commitment and dedication.  If you feel uncomfortable buying them gifts, maybe take them out to a nice brunch or supper following the ceremony.\n\nA baptism is about the child, or your daughter, but more than that it is about a COMMUNITY, the community of the church accepting your daughter into their christian family and vowing to help raise her as a disciple.  The godparents represent this acceptance, and are the primary people in charge of this important and large task.
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Confirmation is the last sacrament before marriage,so it should be something that she will hold dear to her heart.\n\nAll of the above ideas are good,but she may already have plenty of things in the way of jewelry and already have a Bible.\n\nI would suggest something more personal. Hallmark has some wonderful gifts for religious occasions.\n\nPerhaps if she collects something,such as Precious Moments figurines,you could get her the one for Confirmation,or an Angel.
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How about some Photo Engraved Jewelry of your kids like this http://www.giftweblog.com/2006/09/29/gold-photo-locket-gold-photo-engraved-jewelry/
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Ask your brother what they are like, what they like, what they collect, etc. I think one of those little angel pins, a plant, or chocolate, are good gifts if you decide that you must give a gift. If my son's daughter had brought me a gift the first time she met me, I would've thought she was trying to buy my acceptance. As it was she came empty-handed but her personality and her love for my son were gift enough. Now she gives me things all the time. It's a sweet idea though.
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YES,  I would like to say welcome into the family.  I have been water baptized years ago, but I have been speaking in my heavenly language for a few years now.  It is the one true way you can talk to God and no one else knows what you are saying but Him.  It is your inter most thoughts and feelings about your wants, needs and desires.  Make it a point to do so everyday to stay connected to Him in a special way.
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How about:\nA bottle of wine with 2 glasses in a basket\nMassage oils\nmatching coffee cups with a bag of nice coffee, creamer etc.\na gift certificate to a nice restaurant\n\nhope one of these helps! Good Luck.
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It sounds like you have a Baptism kit for home/hospital.  (it was the shell - especially if it is a scallop shell - that gave it away).\n\nIt is indeed a Catholic article.  If you want more info, you can take it to any Catholic Church and ask the Priest or Deacon.\n\nIf I find more information on the web, I will let you know.
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God gives "Good" Gifts!\n\nJames 1:17\nEvery good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights...................\n\nI'm expecting the one he has picked out for me!\n\nProverbs 18.22\nHe who finds a wife finds a good thing\nand obtains favor from the LORD.\n\nProverbs 19:14 \nHouse and riches are the inheritance from fathers, but a wise, understanding, and  "Prudent Wife" is from the Lord.
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Before anyone gets to open presents we read the story of Christ's birth and remind ourselves of the best gift ever given.  This helps to balance out the abundance of gifts the children get and I just like making them wait,  its sheer torture (hee hee).
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For the baptism -- just being there is what they need from you ... you can buy a gift for the child.  One that they can look back on and cherish from their God Parents.  ie, a picture of you at the baptism in a nice frame or a stuffed teddy bear.  \n\nTo be good God Parents, all you need is love...showing it to this child everytime you see him/her will let them know they have someone besides their parents that they can count on in life.
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I was going to say something symbolic, like my children. It's true, they are the best gifts. Also, my husband because he is just amazing to me, and he's given me so much love and respect-- Something I never had before him. And he's taught me to love and respect myself, which is an incredible feeling. Anyhoo...\n\nMaterial things:\n\nA Tiffany cross. He gave it to me last Christmas. I love Tiffany, of course, but it's the fact that I'm sort of on this difficult journey to accept Jesus, and it's been really hard for me in so many ways. The cross kind of told me not to give up, even though I am struggling.