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Bible Verses for Orthodox Godparents

Share this list during godparent workshops, baptism preparation classes, or name day celebrations. Pair each verse with practical suggestions for godparent-godchild connections.

  1. #1 — Deuteronomy 6:6-7

    “These words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children.”

  2. #2 — Psalm 33(34):11

    “Come, children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.”

  3. #3 — Proverbs 22:6

    “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.”

  4. #4 — Ephesians 6:4

    “Bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”

  5. #5 — Philippians 1:3-4

    “I thank my God every time I remember you… always in every prayer of mine for you all.”

  6. #6 — Hebrews 10:24

    “Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”

Invite godparents to pray the Trisagion prayers with their godchildren and read one verse aloud at each visit.

Liturgical connection: Use during baptism rehearsals, godparent appreciation events, or start-of-school blessings.

Application Ideas

  • Encourage godparents to send a monthly handwritten note that references one of these verses.
  • Organize quarterly godparent-godchild service projects inspired by Hebrews 10.
  • Add reminder events in AthonApp for feast days tied to godchildren’s patrons.