Regarding the 6th Commandment, a godparent/sponsor must be in good standing with the Catholic Church.
- If married, he/she must be married in the Catholic Church and living in accord with Church teaching. Catholics who were married by a Justice of the Peace, wedding officiant, or at another Christian church without special permission do NOT meet the requirements of the role of godparent/sponsor.
- If single, he/she must be living according to Church teaching. Catholics who are cohabiting (living with a boyfriend or girlfriend) do NOT meet the requirements of the role of godparent/sponsor.