Christening invitation text messages.
Send your christening invitation by text and watch the RSVPs roll in. Copy a ready-made invite template, add your details, and reach every guest in one tap.
10 free texts to try it · No app for guests · No credit card
Christening invitations that actually get opened.
A texted christening invitation lands in the same place guests read messages from friends, instead of a mailbox or a promotions folder. Start from an invitation template below, personalize the details, and send to your whole guest list at once, with RSVPs from your link collected in one place.
A separate text for godparents
Group the godparents and send them the arrival time, what to bring and where to stand.
Church, then brunch, in order
Give the service time, the church address and the reception venue in one message.
Seats counted while you're busy
Answers from your RSVP link add up in one headcount, so the brunch table is set right.
Christening invitation text templates
Copy, tweak the details, and send to your whole guest list in one tap.
Nana and Pop, Olivia's christening is Sun June 8 at 11am at St. Mary's, and she'll wear the gown Mom wore in 1962. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
Claire, we would be honored if you'd be Olivia's godmother. Her christening is Sun June 8 at St. Mary's. Can we call you tonight to talk about it?
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Hart request the pleasure of your company at the christening of Olivia Rose, Sunday, June 8, 11 am, St. Mary's. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
Olivia's christening: Sun June 8, 11am, St. Mary's, 210 Elm St. Brunch after at The Willow Room. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
Aunt Siobhan, Olivia will be christened Sun June 8 in Boston! We've held rooms at the Elm Street Inn if you're flying in. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
We know the church holds only so many! Please join us after Olivia's christening for brunch, Sun June 8, 12:30 at The Willow Room. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-brunch
Please join us for Nikolas's christening at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Sat Sept 20, 1pm, with a luncheon after. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/nikolas
Henry will be christened during the 10am family service at St. John's Anglican, Sun Oct 5. Join us for tea and cake after. RSVP: textmyevent.com/s/henry-chr
What to put in a christening invitation text
Guests decide from one text. Cover these and the questions stop before they start.
The baby's full name
Christening invitations often use the full name, Olivia Rose Hart, since the naming is part of the day.
Church and service time
The parish, its address and the start time. Note if it's during Sunday Mass or a private ceremony after.
Godparents' details, sent apart
Arrival time, meeting the priest, and the candle or garment they bring go in a text just for them.
Reception or brunch
Venue, start time and whether it's a sit-down brunch, a luncheon at home or tea and cake in the parish hall.
Gift guidance
If grandparents ask, suggest a keepsake like an engraved cross, a children's Bible or a silver frame.
RSVP link and date
Brunch venues want a count a week or two out, so give a firm RSVP date with your link.
When to text your christening guests
Where these texts fit in your schedule. Write them up front and schedule them.
- 1
6–8 weeks before
Once the parish confirms the date, tell grandparents, godparents and relatives who travel.
Save the date templates → - 2
4 weeks before
Send the invitation with the church, service time, brunch venue and RSVP link.
- 3
3 weeks before
Text the godparents their arrival time, the prep class if the parish asks for one, and what to bring.
Group text templates → - 4
2 weeks before
Nudge non-responders and confirm meal choices so the brunch venue has its number.
RSVP templates → - 5
- 6
Day of
Directions from the church to the brunch, and a thank-you with photos that evening.
Group text templates →
What texting your christening costs
For about 50 guests. One payment per event, no subscription. Guest replies don’t use up your texts.
Just the invite
50 guests × 1 text = 50 texts
$19Lite, once
50 of 50 texts. Close to Lite's limit.
Invite + a reminder
50 guests × 2 texts = 100 texts
$57Starter, once
100 of 500 texts
The full schedule
50 guests × 6 texts = 300 texts
$57Starter, once
300 of 500 texts
Start with Lite and upgrade later for just the difference ($38 more for Starter). Try it first with 10 free texts to your own phone. Compare all plans
Set up your christening in minutes.
Add family and group the godparents
Paste the guest list, then put godparents and brunch-only guests in their own groups so each gets the right details.
Send the church and brunch invite
Write the invite or start from a template, add the parish address, service time and RSVP link, and schedule the godparents' note.
Give the venue a firm count
RSVPs from your link add up in one headcount with meal choices, and gift or gown questions come back to one inbox.
Christening texting questions
What should a christening invitation text include?
Cover the baby's full name; church and service time; godparents' details, sent apart; reception or brunch; gift guidance; and RSVP link and date. Put the RSVP link in the same text so replies add up in your headcount, and keep the long details, like the full schedule or registry, behind the link.
How do I invite godparents by text?
Most families ask in person or on a call first. Once they've said yes, group the godparents and text them their own details: when to arrive, who to meet, and anything to bring.
Can I invite some guests to the brunch only?
Yes. Put brunch-only guests in their own group and send them the reception time and place, while family coming to the church gets the service details too.
Do grandparents need an app to RSVP?
No. They get a normal text and tap your RSVP link, which can ask how many are coming and their meal choice. Nothing to install.
Can I text a thank-you after the christening?
Yes. Send everyone a thank-you for coming and for their gifts, with a link to the photos, in one scheduled text.
Can guests see each other's replies?
No. Each guest gets their own text, not a group chat, so their number and replies stay private. Replies come back to your Text My Event inbox, where you and your co-hosts can answer.
Can a co-host help manage the event?
Yes. Invite co-hosts to your event and they share the same guest list, scheduled texts, and replies inbox.
How much does it cost?
Your first event includes 10 free texts to try it on your own phone. To text guests you pay once per event, with no subscription: Lite $19 for 50 texts, Starter $57 for 500 texts, Plus $87 for 1,200 texts, Premium $137 for 2,000 texts. If you need more texts later, moving to a bigger plan costs only the difference.
Which countries are supported?
Text My Event sends to US and Canadian (+1) mobile numbers, in English.
How long does my event stay active?
Your texts belong to that event and stay available until 60 days after it ends. Guest photos and videos stay up for the same window.
What happens if a guest replies STOP?
They're opted out right away and skipped on future sends, so you never have to track it. They can reply START to resume.
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