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Christening Invitations

A christening marks a sacred milestone in a child's life, and your invitation sets the reverent yet celebratory tone. The best christenings balance spiritual significance with genuine warmth, giving guests a clear sense of both the ceremony and the gathering that follows.

Starts from: “Please design a christening invitation for baby Eleanor, being christened at St. James Chapel in Boston on Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m., with a garden reception afterward.” — edit anything once it’s designed.

Three directions — different wording, different design

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Sarah & Michael Chen

Together with their families, request the honour of your presence at the blessing of

Christening cross

Sunday, May 12
Two o'clock in the afternoon

St. James Chapel
1247 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts

Dressy

Kindly reply by May 5 to Sarah & Michael Chen, (617) 555-0142 or sarah.chen@email.com

Reception to follow at the home of Eleanor's godparents, 49 Louisburg Square

Formal · Letterpress Romance
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Sarah & Michael would like you to share in this special moment

You're invited to celebrate Eleanor's christening—a day of blessing, family, and joy

Christening cross

Sunday, May 12
Two o'clock in the afternoon

St. James Chapel
1247 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts

Dressy

Kindly reply by May 5 to Sarah & Michael Chen, (617) 555-0142 or sarah.chen@email.com

Reception to follow at the home of Eleanor's godparents, 49 Louisburg Square

Warm & Personal · Botanical Editorial
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Sarah & Michael invite you to

Witnessing Eleanor's blessing

Christening cross

Sunday, May 12
Two o'clock in the afternoon

St. James Chapel
1247 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts

Dressy

Kindly reply by May 5 to Sarah & Michael Chen, (617) 555-0142 or sarah.chen@email.com

Reception to follow at the home of Eleanor's godparents, 49 Louisburg Square

Modern & Lyrical · Noir Engraved

Wording examples

Christening invitation wording

Formal

Eleanor Grace Chen

on Sunday, the twelfth of May

at two o'clock in the afternoon

St. James Chapel

1247 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts

Reception to follow at the home of Eleanor's godparents

Warm & Personal

Eleanor Grace Chen will be christened

Sunday, May 12 at 2 p.m.

St. James Chapel, 1247 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston

Followed by a garden reception

We hope you'll be there to bless this beautiful new chapter

Modern & Lyrical

A christening celebration for Eleanor Grace Chen

Sunday, May 12, 2 p.m.

St. James Chapel, Boston

Join us as we gather in faith, family, and love

Reception at 49 Louisburg Square to follow

Good to know

How formal should a christening invitation be?

Christenings typically call for dressy or business formal attire, and invitations should reflect that dignity. The wording can range from traditional and ceremonial to warm and personal—whatever honors the significance of the sacrament while still feeling like *your* family. A good invitation clearly states both the ceremony time and location, plus any reception details, so guests know the full schedule.

What details should I include on a christening invitation?

Include the child's full name, the date and time of the ceremony, the specific venue name and address, the church or chapel details, dress code, and RSVP information with a deadline. If there's a reception afterward (at home, a restaurant, or a garden), note that clearly. You can also add godparents' names or a meaningful spiritual touch. RevelPost lets you add custom RSVP questions (like dietary restrictions or whether guests will attend the reception only) and set reminders to ensure all your guests have the details they need.

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