What is the role of a godparent and pros/cons to a child having one?

In the Catholic Religion a God Parent should step in if both Parents die. Typically also invited to witness Baptism, Confirmation and Marriage and this last part is optional but my God Parents gave me Birthday and Christmas gifts until I was about 10-12 years old..........they did not have any kids of their own though.

As I understand it a godparent promises to step up and be the child's religious guide if the parents pass away.

If the parents live it is pretty much an honorary thing.

There really are no cons... it's like having a second set of parents that love you and take care of you. It's great cus they can treat you like their kids then give you back lol my godmother is amazing!!! She is my best friend and family... so no cons!!!