A baptism invitation does two jobs at once: it tells people where and when to be, and it sets the tone for a day that is about a child and a family. The right words are short, warm and clear. This guide gives you the details to include and 16 examples you can copy and adapt, from classic to personal.
What to Include in a Baptism Invitation
- The full name of the child being baptised
- The date and the time of the ceremony
- The name and address of the church or place of the ceremony
- The details of the celebration afterwards: place, time and meal
- The names of the parents as the hosts, and the godparents if you wish
- The reply deadline and how guests should answer
Classic Baptism Invitation Wording
- “With joy in our hearts, we invite you to the baptism of [Name], on [date] at [time], at [church].”
- “[Parents] invite you to share in the baptism of their child, [Name], on [date] at [church].”
- “We joyfully invite you to celebrate the christening of our daughter, [Name], on [date] at [time].”
- “Please join us as we welcome our son, [Name], into the faith, on [date] at [church].”
- “The baptism of [Name] will take place on [date]. We would be honoured by your presence.”
Warm and Personal Wording
- “A little one is about to be baptised, and we would love you to be there. Join us for [Name]’s special day on [date].”
- “Our hearts are full, and we want to share this day with the people we love. Come celebrate [Name]’s baptism with us.”
- “Some days are too happy to celebrate alone. Please come and bless [Name] with us on [date].”
- “We are grateful for you, so we would like you with us as [Name] takes this first step. [Date], [church].”
Wording That Includes the Godparents
- “[Name] will be baptised on [date], with [godparent one] and [godparent two] as godparents. Join us in welcoming [him/her] to the family of faith.”
- “With the love and support of [godparent one] and [godparent two], we invite you to the baptism of [Name].”
- “We have chosen [godparent one] and [godparent two] to guide [Name] through life. Come and celebrate with us on [date].”
If you want to ask someone to be a godparent, do it in person or in a handwritten note, well before the invitations go out. Afterwards, thank your godparents with a small gift and a few words about why you chose them.
Wording for the Celebration and the RSVP Line
- “A lunch will follow at [place]. We hope you can stay and celebrate with us.”
- “Please let us know if you will attend by [date], so we can plan the table for everyone.”
- “Kindly reply by [date] using the link or the QR code below, and tell us about any dietary needs.”
- “Children are very welcome, and a high chair will be waiting for the little ones.”
Etiquette Tips for Baptism Invitations
- Send the invitations four to six weeks before the baptism, earlier if guests travel
- Say clearly whether the invitation includes the ceremony, the celebration or both
- State whether children are welcome, and whether you expect a gift, in a gentle way
- Keep the tone matched to the ceremony: warm and dignified rather than humorous
- Check the church’s rules about the date, the time and the number of guests before you print
Send the Invitation the Easy Way
EventsGuest has a baptism event type: you enter the child’s name, the parents, the godparents and the details, and each guest receives a personal invitation page with a reply form, built in the colours you choose. Guests reply from their phone and you see every answer, including dietary needs, in one place. You can read how the codes work in our guide to QR code invitations, and see the rest on the features page.