Baptism invitation wording: 15 examples for the service and lunch
Most hosts get stuck on the first sentence: how to say the service comes first, that lunch follows, and who the godparents are without sounding stiff. These 15 lines cover simple, warm and religious tones, and you can take one whole or mix the parts you need. Paste the one you like into a chat and it will go into a hosted page with the time, map link and RSVP already set up.
Sample baptism invitation pages
What to put on a baptism invitation
- The service time and the church or chapel address, with a map link
- Lunch or tea afterwards: where it is and when to arrive
- Godparents' names, if you want them named on the page
- A short programme, such as welcome, service, then lunch
- Dress code or a note about children and babies
- Parking or travel notes, especially if the church is hard to reach
- A note on gifts if you want to say cards are welcome or not expected
- An RSVP with yes or no, number of guests, and a note
The page has an RSVP form: guests say yes or no, how many are coming, and anything you ask (allergies, email, phone). You get an email for each reply and a guest list with a CSV export.
When to send it
- 8 weeks before: Send the invitation so family can plan travel and check the church's booking rules
- 6 weeks before: Confirm the service time and the lunch venue, and check any godparent or preparation requirements
- 4 weeks before: Ask guests to reply; each answer arrives by email as it comes in
- 1 week before: Check the guest list totals and send a short reminder to anyone who has not replied
Wording you can use
- โPlease join us as we welcome Lily into the church with her baptism at St Mary's on Sunday 14 June at 11am, followed by lunch at our home.โ Use it
- โWe would be delighted if you could celebrate with us at Anna and Daniel's son Oliver's christening, then join us for lunch afterwards.โ Use it
- โTogether with our family, we invite you to the baptism of our daughter Grace. The service is at 2pm, and tea and cake will follow at the church hall.โ Use it
- โWith joy in our hearts, we invite you to witness the baptism of Noah, followed by a celebration lunch at The Old Mill.โ Use it
- โPlease come and share in the christening of little Emma, a service of thanks and blessing, followed by a simple lunch at our house.โ Use it
- โWe are so happy to invite you to the baptism of our son Theo. Please join us for the service, then stay for lunch and time together.โ Use it
- โOur family would love you to be part of Ruby's christening at Holy Trinity. Lunch will be served at the village hall straight afterwards.โ Use it
- โYou are warmly invited to the baptism of Isla, who will be welcomed into the faith on Saturday 6 September at 12 noon, with lunch to follow.โ Use it
- โPlease come and celebrate the baptism of Max. Godparents are Sarah and James, and we would love you to join us for lunch after the service.โ Use it
- โWe invite you to the christening of Sophie Rose on Sunday morning. Please join us afterwards for a relaxed lunch in our garden.โ Use it
- โPlease join us in giving thanks for the baptism of our daughter Mia, with prayers, readings and a blessing at the 10am service, then lunch at home.โ Use it
- โAnna and Daniel warmly invite you to the baptism of their son Leo, followed by lunch at the Harbour Inn. Children are very welcome.โ Use it
- โSimple and heartfelt: please join us for Ella's christening, and then for lunch at our home. We would love to see you there.โ Use it
- โWe would be honoured to have you with us for the baptism of Jack, a service of faith and welcome, followed by lunch and time with family.โ Use it
- โPlease join us at the baptism of our little one, Amelia. The service starts at 11am, and we will gather for lunch afterwards. No gifts are needed, but your company means the world.โ Use it
Questions
- What is the difference between baptism and christening wording?
- Baptism is the formal word for the rite, and many churches use it on the service sheet. Christening is common in family and everyday speech, so both are fine on an invitation. Pick the one your church uses so the wording matches the service.
- Should I name the godparents on the invitation?
- You can, and many hosts do, because guests like to know who is involved. Put their names in the programme or a short line, not in the main sentence, so the invitation stays easy to read.
- How do I word a no-gifts or donation request?
- Add a short line in the notes section, such as 'No gifts are needed, but your company means the world.' The page does not take payments or donations, so if you collect money for a charity, say where guests can send it.
- Can I write that children are welcome or not invited?
- Yes. Use the dress code or notes section for this, for example 'Children are very welcome' or 'This will be an adults-only lunch'. Guests can answer the RSVP with their number of guests, so the total you see will reflect this.
- What if the church needs booking before I send the invitation?
- Check with the church first and put the confirmed time and address on the page. You can edit the page in chat or by hand if the service time changes, so send the invitation once the details are firm.
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