Baptism and christening invitation wording: 45 messages, with godparents and verses

A baptism invitation names the child, the church and the time, then says where everyone goes afterwards. Keep it warm and simple; the day itself carries the meaning.

What every baptism invitation needs

1. 1WhoThe child's full name. Add the parents' names if the invitation comes from them.
2. 2ServiceChurch name, address, date and time. Say if it's during a regular Sunday service.
3. 3AfterThe lunch or reception, with its own address if it's somewhere else.
4. 4Reply byOne to two weeks before, so you can plan food and seating.

Add these only when they apply:

45 baptism and christening invitation wording ideas

Swap in your own names, church and dates.

Baby girl

1. 01Please join us as our daughter, Sofia Grace, is baptized at St. Anne's Church on Sunday, May 4, at 11 o'clock.
2. 02With joyful hearts we invite you to the christening of Amelia Rose. Lunch to follow at our home.
3. 03Olivia Jane will be baptized on June 8. We would love for you to be there.
4. 04Our little blessing, Lily, is being baptized. Please celebrate with us.
5. 05Join us for the baptism of Emma Claire, followed by brunch at the parish hall.
6. 06Mark and Ana invite you to share in the christening of their daughter, Isabella.

Baby boy

7. 07Please join us for the baptism of our son, Lucas James, at Holy Trinity Church.
8. 08We invite you to celebrate the christening of Noah Alexander on Sunday, April 13.
9. 09Our little man, Leo, is being baptized. Join us at church, then for lunch at Nana's.
10. 10With grateful hearts, we invite you to the baptism of Henry Michael.
11. 11Mateo will be baptized on Sunday morning. Please join our family for the service and a meal after.
12. 12Join us as we welcome Oliver into the church family.

With godparents

13. 13Please join us for the baptism of Sofia Grace, with her godparents Maria Lopez and Daniel Reyes.
14. 14Lucas James will be baptized on May 4. His godparents are Aunt Jen and Uncle Paul.
15. 15With godparents Claire and Tom by her side, Amelia will be christened on Sunday.
16. 16We invite you to witness the christening of Noah, with godparents Sarah and David Kim.
17. 17Join us as Emma's godparents, Rosa and Luis, promise to guide her in faith.

Twins and siblings

18. 18Double the blessing! Please join us for the baptism of Ava and Mia.
19. 19Our twins, Leo and Max, are being christened. We would love you there.
20. 20Please join us for the baptism of Ella and her big brother, Sam.

Adult and teen baptism

21. 21I'm being baptized on Sunday, March 9, at Grace Community Church. I would love for you to be there.
22. 22Please join me as I take my next step of faith. Baptism Sunday at 10 a.m.
23. 23Daniel is being baptized at Easter. Join us for the service and a family lunch.
24. 24Our daughter Hannah has chosen to be baptized. Come celebrate this moment with her.
25. 25After years of thinking about it, Mark is being baptized. We'd love you there.

Baby dedication

26. 26Please join us for the dedication of our son, Elijah, at Riverside Church.
27. 27We are dedicating our daughter, Grace, to the Lord. Please celebrate with us.
28. 28Join us as we give thanks for Caleb at his dedication on Sunday, June 1.
29. 29Please stand with us as we dedicate Ruby and promise to raise her in love.

With a Bible verse

30. 30"For this child I prayed." 1 Samuel 1:27. Please join us for Lily's baptism.
31. 31"Children are a heritage from the Lord." Psalm 127:3. Join us for the christening of Noah.
32. 32"Let the little children come to me." Matthew 19:14. Please join us as Emma is baptized.
33. 33"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you." Jeremiah 1:5. Celebrate Lucas's baptism with us.
34. 34"I will pour out my Spirit on your offspring." Isaiah 44:3. Join us for Olivia's christening.

Reception or lunch only

35. 35After Sofia's baptism, please join us for lunch at Villa Rosa at 1 p.m.
36. 36Family and friends are invited to our home after Noah's christening for cake and coffee.
37. 37Join us for a garden brunch to celebrate Amelia's baptism.
38. 38The service is small, but the party isn't. Lunch for Leo's christening, Sunday at one.
39. 39Brunch and blessings: join us after Olivia's baptism at The Garden Room.

Joint with a first birthday

40. 40One year old and baptized in one day! Join us for Mateo's christening and first birthday.
41. 41Please celebrate with us: Ella's baptism at 11, then her first birthday party at home.
42. 42Two reasons to celebrate. Lily's baptism and first birthday, Sunday, May 18.

For the godparents' invitation

43. 43We would be honoured if you would stand with Sofia as her godmother.
44. 44Will you be Leo's godfather? We can't imagine anyone better.
45. 45Please join us on May 4 as Amelia's godparents, and stand beside her at the font.

Text messages

46. 46Lucas is being baptized Sunday, May 4, at 11. Lunch after at ours. Can you come?
47. 47Sofia's christening is on the 8th! Would love to see you there.
48. 48Quick reminder: Noah's baptism is this Sunday at 10. See you at church!
49. 49We'd be honoured to have you at Emma's baptism. Details to follow!

Baptism or christening?

Christening is the naming ceremony at which a child is baptized, so the words are often used for the same service. Catholic, Anglican and Orthodox families often say christening; many other churches say baptism. Use whatever your church says. A dedication is a blessing for a child without baptism.

When to send

Paper or digital?

Grandparents may want a card for the fridge; everyone else answers faster online. Paper&Seal invitations open like a real envelope, collect replies in one list, and are free for up to 25 guests.

FAQ

What do you write on a baptism invitation?

The child's full name, the church, the date and time, any reception afterwards, and a reply-by date. Godparents' names and a short verse are optional.

Who sends the baptism invitation?

Usually the parents. Grandparents sometimes host the lunch, and their names can go on the reception line.

Do you bring a gift to a baptism?

It's customary but not required. If the parents prefer no gifts, they can say so on the invitation.