Canon 872: Use of a Proxy for Baptism Godparent

A not uncommon practice in baptisms in some locations is that a proxy stands in for a godparent who cannot be present at the baptism. Is this an acceptable practice?

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Main Author: Haskins, Andrew (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: 2023
In: Roman Replies and CLSA Advisory Opinions 2023
Year: 2023, Pages: 124-125
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Catholic church, Verfasserschaft1, Codex iuris canonici (1983). 872 / Question / Answer / Godparent / Baptism
IxTheo Classification:SA Church law; state-church law
SB Catholic Church law
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Summary:A not uncommon practice in baptisms in some locations is that a proxy stands in for a godparent who cannot be present at the baptism. Is this an acceptable practice?
ISBN:1932208674
Contains:Enthalten in: Roman Replies and CLSA Advisory Opinions 2023