Formal
With joy we invite you to the christening of our daughter Lily, to give thanks together for her arrival.
We are delighted to share that our son Ben will be baptised on 9 May 2027. Please celebrate with us.
Please join us at the church for our child’s christening, followed by a celebration lunch.
Sweet and family-like
My very first big celebration! I’d love you to be there. – Lily
My hands are still small, but my heart is big. Come to my christening!
A new life, a new name, a big family. Let’s celebrate together!
I’m setting out in life in the hands of my parents and godparents. Join me for my first step!
Short
Lily’s christening – be with us!
9 May, 11 am, St Anne’s Church. Lunch to follow.
Bible verses (King James Version)
Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.Matthew 19:14
Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.Psalm 127:3
The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: the LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: the LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.Numbers 6:24–26
Practical details
List the ceremony and the lunch separately, each with a map and a time. If photography isn’t allowed in church, mention it. Ask the godparents in person before sending the invitation – the invitation is the festive step that follows.