typical donation for baptism
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What would be a good baptism gift other than money?
Asked by A.S. from Detroit
on May 8, 2008
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I am looking for ideas for a baptism gift other than money. Any ideas would be much appreciated.
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- I have given a picture frame, cross, jewelry box. Go to a christian store or even look at thse stores online... http://www.familychristian.com/locations.asp htt...
- Depending on the age of the child, I like to give children's Bible story books or videos. Veggie Tales are a favorite. I like the kid's praise & worship music cd's, ...
- At Make It Yours there are a number of items you could make -cross box, cross to hang, - by painting the pottery or you could make a really unique cross from fused gla...
How Much $$$ to Donate for Baptism
Asked by N.G. from Naples
on March 22, 2007
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Hi,
I have never attended a Baptism and next month we are having our son baptised. We met with our Faith Formation person for our Baptism Preporation Class and we wer...
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- Don't you hate it when you ask for monetary advice and people start shoving their beliefs at you telling you what you are doing is wrong? Geez! If you are getting ...
- I donated $50. I don't know if this was too much or too little. This was the amount that my friends recommended at the time. God Bless.
- Hey N.. I had my son baptized last year and I just asked my parish how much is a typical donation. They told me most people donate $50, unless they are in a situatio...
Baptism
Asked by B.W. from St. Louis
on March 4, 2008
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I am having my daughter baptized and I can't remember if I should give the pastor a monetary gift for the service.
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- We gave our pastor an envelope with money. He didn't turn it down. But if he does, you could always make a donation in his name. We also invited him to the receptio...
- I think it depends on whether you are a member or regular attender of the church and also what tradition you are in (i.e. Catholic or Protestant?) We are Protestant an...
- B., I guess if it were me, I sure would. It's customary with weddings and funerals, so I would assume that it would be appropriate for baptisms. I'm glad to hear you...
Catholic Baptism Church Recommendation?
Asked by L.M. from Miami
on August 2, 2010
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Hi,
I am looking into getting my daughter baptized within the next couple of months.
I want a catholic baptism,
but do not belong to a specific parish.
Some pa...
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- I looked into this last year and found issues at some churches because I got married outside and not by a priest. The best one I found as far as requirements was St Da...
- We baptized our son at St. Maximillian Kolbe in Pembroke Pines. When we went we were not members of the church and were not required to become members. This was 6y a...
- Hi , Nine years ago I was in your delema too with my 1st born. Every place we went to was a long wait or there was a requirement of being a member. So I came across ...
Is It Customary to Give Priest Gift After Baptism
Asked by E.R. from Washington DC
on January 19, 2009
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My daughter was just baptized and her godmother told me it is customary to give the priest who performs the sacrament a monetary gift. I had not known this and was won...
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- It is certainly never required to give a priest a gift- but it certainly is nice to give them some monetary renumeration for their time and trouble. I would suggest $...
- We gave the Priest/Deacon a card with $50 for each of my childrens Christenings. We also gave the alter boys $10 each. We were told that it was optional but I figure...
- In my church, Baptisms are a separate ceremony. We usually give a larger than normal "donation" on the next Sunday. We usually attach a little "thank you" note to it...
Christening Gift?
Asked by S.L. from Springfield
on October 5, 2011
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Hi Mamas,
I am not Christian but my in-laws (who are not practicing Christians and the husband is Jewish) are having a christening for their baby girl (my niece). W...
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- Hi MamaDu We are not religious either :) We have 3 godchildren and for each i have always bought a jewelry peice. For friends or friends of friends that we have att...
- I would get a savings bond. It is really not a toy / clothing gift type occasion. I would not give a donation to the church that is for the parents to do.
- I've never heard of donating to the church, but gifts, although never expected, are pretty common. Some people give religious themed toys and gifts - such as a Noah's...
FOTW (Fellowship of the Woodlands)
Asked by A.L. from Houston
on March 21, 2008
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My husband and I have lived in this are for over 2yrs but have not become a member of a church. My oldest daughter is starting to ask questions and I feel it is about ...
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- What a great question! This is a very wise decision you are making A. and so appropriate here at Easter time. We live in the Cypress area and attend Bear Creek Baptist...
- Hi A., I too grew up Catholic, but felt like I was missing something. I did not like all of the ritual. I wanted a more personal relationship. I now attend StoneBr...
- My name is M.. I just want to say...the FOTW is the best Church I have ever been to since moving in 2003 to Texas. My children are older, but love going to it. They...
