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		<title>Baptism</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting baptized is the concept of accepting God into your life. The ceremony is often done when children are very little. They plans are completed by the parents and the leaders of the Church. Getting baptized means the parents agree to raise their child according to the beliefs of the Church. Many adults get baptized [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting baptized is the concept of accepting God into your life. The ceremony is often done when children are very little. They plans are completed by the parents and the leaders of the Church. Getting baptized means the parents agree to raise their child according to the beliefs of the Church. Many adults get baptized later in life because they didn&#8217;t join the Church as a child.<br />
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The ceremony is completed with the child or the adult being purified with water that is respresentative of water cleansing the soul. In the times of the Bible a baptism took place in the rivers and oceans. Today they take place in a Church in front of the congregation. It is common for a baptism to follow immediately after the Church service. It can be an individual baptism or a group of people who have come forward to accept Christ. For infants and small children the baptism involves a small amount of water being sprinkled onto the forehead of the child. Many adults are completely submerged into water.</p>
<p>It is important to understand that each faith holds different meaning to the ceremony of being baptized. It is not enough to only be baptized and think all of your sins have been wiped away. According to the words found in the Bible a person has to ask for forgiveness of their sins and be on the road to salvation.</p>
<p>There is no right or wrong time in a person&#8217;s life to be baptized. Sometimes those who were baptized at a very early age want to do it again when they are old enough to realize the value of the ceremony. It is also common for people not to embrace faith with their family of origin but want to later in life. Also, there are people who convert religions later in their life due to marriage or changes in their own personal beliefs.</p>
<p>Regardless of the specific religion that it is for, a baptism is a very highly regarded ceremony in any Church. It is not one that a person should enter into lightly or be pushed into. It is a personal decision that has to come from within to live your life the way that God wants you to.</p>
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		<title>Confirmation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Confirmation is a type of ceremony that takes place for the youth in many Christian religions. It is a program designed to teach children about God as well as help to strengthen their relationship with God. Confirmation classes generally last for several weeks and at the end of them is the ceremony at the Church [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Confirmation is a type of ceremony that takes place for the youth in many Christian religions. It is a program designed to teach children about God as well as help to strengthen their relationship with God. Confirmation classes generally last for several weeks and at the end of them is the ceremony at the Church known as Confirmation. Both boys and girls of the Church take part in the confirmation ceremony dressed in white to symbolize the purity of their relationship with God.</p>
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<p>In many Churches the confirmation ceremony is the beginning of the youth as being declared members of the Church. It is said to mean more than the concept of baptizing children in the Christian religion. This is because with a Baptism the child is generally too young to understand the meaning of the ceremony. It is done for the Church and for the parents. With the confirmation ceremony each youth has taken part in the classes voluntarily and has chosen to make that commitment with God.</p>
<p>It is believed that after the youth have completed the confirmation classes and the ceremony they will begin making the right decisions in their life. This is important because many of the youth&#8217;s will soon be entering that time in their life when they are faced with choices that can lead them down the right path with God or down the wrong path with the devil. Since the child is old enough to make the decision on their own it is important that they have the right information and tools to make good choices.</p>
<p>There are many different areas symbolized by the confirmation process. They include becoming a valued member of the Church community, accepting their faith, strengthening their relationships with their family and with God, and it acknowledges their accomplishments in the eyes of the Church.</p>
<p>Confirmation can be viewed as the beginning of a journey with God that is done at the desire of the youth rather than pushed along by their parents. It is a time for the youth of the Church to embrace their place as the next generation of believers to carry on the traditions of the faith both inside and outside of the Church.</p>
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		<title>Godparent Gifts</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Godparents have big shoes to fill, and most of them do it extremely well. They understand when they take on that responsibility that they are to serve as a role model for the child in their life and in their religious beliefs. Godparents also are in the position of becoming the legal guardians of the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Godparents have big shoes to fill, and most of them do it extremely well. They understand when they take on that responsibility that they are to serve as a role model for the child in their life and in their religious beliefs. Godparents also are in the position of becoming the legal guardians of the child in the event that something unfortunate happens to the parents.<br />
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To show appreciation for the role that Godparents play in a child&#8217;s life as well as their connection to the family it is proper to give them gifts from time to time. At the ceremony after the baptism the Godparents are joined in front of the congregation with the child. There is a great opportunity for pictures to be taken. Providing the Godparent&#8217;s with a customized frame and the picture is a great way to help them remember that day. Such frames can easily be engraved with names and the date as well.</p>
<p>Clothing is something all of us need so providing them with a customized t-shirt, jacket, or other article of clothing is a great gift too. This can have their name on it, a silk screened picture, or a combination of both. They will wear these items with pride to show others how much they value their role as a Godparent.</p>
<p>Jewelry is a very good gift for any occasion and this is no exception. Godparent jewelry gifts include bracelets and lockets. These can both be engraved with the names and dates of the child and the Godparents. They can be found in gold or silver so you can find the right type of jewelry to give them that compliments their personal taste.</p>
<p>Gives from the heart are often the most cherished and they are very inexpensive. Making a customized card or even writing a heartfelt letter to your Godparents is a gift they will love to receive. It is nice to know you are appreciated and this is the ticket that will get that message across to them loud and clear.</p>
<p>There are plenty of great Godparent gifts to select from depending on your needs and your budget. Remembering your Godparents on their birthdays, holidays, and even the anniversary that they stepped into that role is customary.</p>
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		<title>Godparents</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The term Godparent is one that is found in the Christian religion. At the time that a child is baptized their Godparents are identified publicly. Traditionally this is a couple who agree to be role models for the child in a spiritual and personal way but it can be a male and female who aren&#8217;t [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The term Godparent is one that is found in the Christian religion. At the time that a child is baptized their Godparents are identified publicly. Traditionally this is a couple who agree to be role models for the child in a spiritual and personal way but it can be a male and female who aren&#8217;t associated with each other.</p>
<p>In many instances they may be asked to care for the child in the event that something happens to the parents. It is also common for multiple children in a family to have different Godparents. The correct terms for them are Godmother and Godfather. They are chosen by the parents the child because of their own beliefs and their connection to the family. It can be good friends, aunts and uncles, or other family members.<br />
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In many instances there is a small ceremony for the Godparents immediately after the Baptism that joins the child to them. In some cultures it is expected that the child will spend the first few days following the Baptism living with the Godparents. There are some responsibilities on a regular basis asked of Godparents. They include praying for the child, setting a good example for the child in how you live your own life, and staying connected with the child&#8217;s family on a personal and spiritual level.</p>
<p>It is quite an honor in the Christian faith to be asked to be a Godparent. Most individuals only have one or two children that they are Godparents for. You can decline the request to become a Godparent if you don&#8217;t feel it is a role you can reasonably be expected to fulfill. Most people are willing to if they are connected to the family and the Church. They want to help the young members of their Church to grow up with a solid foundation of faith.</p>
<p>In most instances Godparents form a very strong bond with the children they have that title for. They feel it is an honor to be a part of that child&#8217;s life and do all they can to lead and guide them in the right direction. It can be quite difficult for parents to come to a decision as to who should be the Godparents for their child because it is such a big impact on the life of the child.</p>
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		<title>Legal Guardians</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our society it is quite common for children not to live with their actual parents. Instead they are with a legal guardian. This means that individual what the right to make decisions for the child. There are many reasons why children have legal guardians including being removed from the home of their parents, the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In our society it is quite common for children not to live with their actual parents. Instead they are with a legal guardian. This means that individual what the right to make decisions for the child. There are many reasons why children have legal guardians including being removed from the home of their parents, the death of their parents, or other circumstances that the family decides places the child into better circumstances.</p>
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<p>In some situations adults need to have a legal guardian appointed as well. This often takes place if the person has a disability or simply can&#8217;t take care of their own needs. A legal guardian has to get the approval of the court before the claim can be validated. The length of time that a person is a legal guardian depends on the situation. The approval of this guardianship can be revoked or terminated at a later date if the court sees that circumstances have changed.</p>
<p>Anyone who is over the age of 18 can become a legal guardian is the situation is right. In rare circumstances an individual who is 16 or 17 years of age can become emancipated and then become a legal guardian. This is generally only considered in cases where they are attempting to gain guardianship over their siblings due to a range of circumstances that are taking place.</p>
<p>If an individual wishes to live somewhere else but their parents contest it a judge will have an investigation done. The person seeking guardianship will discuss their reasons why they want the judge to rule in their favor. This will include their fears for the person being in other circumstances. The parents will also present their case of why they want the child to continue living with them. If the child is old enough the judge with talk with them as well. The ruling will be made based on what the judge believes is in the best interest of the child.</p>
<p>Becoming someone&#8217;s legal guardian is a very big responsibility. It means you are responsible for the person&#8217;s well being, medical care, and even their estate if they have one associated with them. In some instances legal guardians are asked to step into that role by a terminally ill parent or they are left in a will upon their death. Other times legal guardians work with social services and the courts in order to offer protection to children who are being removed from dangerous situations including neglect, child abuse, and sexual abuse.</p>
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