A Christening is an important and beautiful occasion where a child is welcomed into the Christian church. It's also a great excuse for family and friends to get together to celebrate a lovely new baby. Sending a christening message can add a special touch to this joyous day, offering love and blessings for the child's journey through life.
On such an important occasion it can be overwhelming deciding what to write in a Christening card, but we're here to help with lots of ideas for heartfelt Christening messages, whether you're the child's godparent, aunt, uncle, grandparent or a friend of the family.
Is it best to address a Christening card to the child or parents?
Before you decide on what to write, you might want to consider whether to address the card to the child or to the parents. Either is fine and depends on whatever feels right for you.
Perhaps if you're a godparent, relative or close family friend that will be closely involved with the child as they grow, then a card addressed to the baby will be a lovely keepsake for them to read when they’re older.
If you're a friend, neighbour or colleague of the parents, then you might prefer to address the Christening card to them instead of the child. There are no rules or conventions for this – it's completely up to you!
To help get you started we’ve compiled these lovely Christening card messages to show how much you care for this blessed new addition to the world.
What to write in a Christening card
Generic Christening card messages
Keep it simple with one of these Christening card messages – all perfect coming from a family friend, neighbour or relative.
- Happy Christening
- Wishing you a wonderful Christening!
- On your Christening Day, [child’s name].
- With love on your Christening.
- Congratulations on this special day.
- Congratulations on your Christening!
- Love, blessings and best wishes to [child’s name] on this special day.
- You are so loved, little treasure.
- May your life be filled with love and happiness.
- Welcome to the world.
- Wishing you a day full of lovely memories.
- Wishing you a life blessed with love, happiness and prosperity.
- Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness.
- To a very special little boy/girl on his/her Christening.
- I wish you a long and blessed life filled with warmth, love and happiness.
- Sending our love and best wishes to you and your family on this joyous occasion. We're honoured to share this moment with you.
- Sending lots of hugs and kisses to a special little boy/girl on his/her Christening Day.
- Sending you lots of love and light on your Christening Day. We are so happy to celebrate this special day with you.
- Happy Christening Day! We wish you joy, love, peace and prosperity.
- Warmest wishes on your Christening Day. We love you so!
- May your Christening Day be as beautiful and special as you are, little one. God bless you always!
Christening messages from a godparent
These meaningful messages will show your love and support for your godchild, and how honoured you are to take on this important role.
- With lots of love on your Christening. I am very honoured to be your Godparent and proud to celebrate this wonderful day with you.
- I am so proud to be your godparent. I hope to play a big part in your life and look forward to seeing you grow.
- Happy Christening to our gorgeous Godchild! We look forward to always being there for you as your loving godparents!
- To our darling Godchild. We will be there to guide and help you with whatever you need.
Christening card messages from an aunt/uncle
Show your niece or nephew how much they mean to you on this special day with one of these heartfelt messages.
- Happy Christening Day! We send all our love to you, our perfect little niece/nephew. We hope all your dreams and wishes come true, always.
- To our beautiful niece/nephew. Your Christening Day is a perfect reminder of the precious gift that you are. We are so blessed to have you in our lives.
- Congratulations on your Christening, [child's name]. I wish you a life filled with love and happiness. Just a little note to say that I will always be here for you as you grow.
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Christening card messages from a grandparent
These beautiful greetings will show the love and joy you feel for this new child in your life.
- To our darling grandson/daughter. Today is a proud moment for us and for God. Happy Christening Day!
- We are so blessed to have you as our grandchild, and are so happy to share this special day with you.
- Grandson/daughter, we are so proud to celebrate with you today, and are so excited to create happy memories with you as you grow up.
Funny Christening messages
Keep it light with one of these funny Christening card messages. The child will love reading them when they're older!
- Don't worry, you'll never have to wear that Christening outfit again – promise!
May this be the first greetings card of many from me to you (with the occasional forgotten birthday). - Get dunked, little one. See you on the other side.
- Consider this card an IOU – in 18 years, give me a shout and we’ll swap it for a beer.
Religious Christening card messages
These spiritual greetings and Biblical quotes will show reverence for this special day.
- God bless you and your beautiful child.
- May God bless you on this day and every day that follows!
- May the light of God's love shine upon your child always.
- May the Lord bless your life with love and happiness. Congratulations on your Christening.
- May the Lord bless you and keep you (Numbers 6:24)
- You are a child of God, you are wonderfully made, dearly loved, and precious in His sight. (Psalm: 139)
- May the Lord give His angel charge over you, to guide you in all your ways. (Psalm 91:11)
- And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age. (Matthew 28:20)
Finding the right words for a Christening card
Choosing a meaningful message for a Christening card will help make the day even more special, and perhaps the card will be treasured as a keepsake for the child to read later on in life.
Make something special for the new baby!
What better way to show your love for this new bundle of joy than a hand-knitted cardigan or Christening gown? Choose one of these gorgeous baby knitting patterns for your next project.
