Collect christening RSVPs by text.
Text christening guests your RSVP link — no app, no login. They answer in a tap and their responses add up in your headcount, while anything they text back lands in one shared inbox.
10 free texts to try it · No app for guests · No credit card
Christening RSVPs, tracked in one place.
Chasing christening RSVPs across texts, emails and DMs is a headache. Send one text with your RSVP link: guests answer a short form, responses add up in one headcount, and questions they text back land in a shared inbox — no spreadsheet.
How to RSVP to a christening by text
Got an invite by text? Here's how to reply so the host can count you in.
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Reply to the invite text
Answer in the same thread the invite came from, or tap the RSVP link if there is one. You don't need an app or an account.
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Lead with yes or no
Put your answer in the first few words so the host can count it at a glance.
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Say who's coming
Give names and a headcount, including kids or a plus-one if the invite covers them.
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Add what the host needs
Mention allergies or dietary needs, and answer anything the invite asked.
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Reply by the RSVP date
Not sure yet? Say when you'll know. If plans change later, text the host again right away.
RSVP replies you can copy
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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 RSVP text templates
Copy, tweak the details, and send to your whole guest list in one tap.
Olivia's christening is Sun June 8, 11am at St. Mary's, brunch after at The Willow Room. Please RSVP by May 25: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
The Willow Room asks for meal choices ahead. Pick eggs Benedict, the frittata or the kids' plate on the link: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
Hi Uncle Pat! We give The Willow Room our count on Monday. Will you make Olivia's christening? textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
Thanks for asking about a gift! No need at all, but Olivia's starting a keepsake shelf, so a book or small frame would be lovely.
Last call for Olivia's christening brunch! The venue needs our number tomorrow. Tap here to let us know: textmyevent.com/s/olivia-chr
When to collect christening RSVPs
Where these texts fit in your schedule. Write them up front and schedule them.
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4 weeks before
Send the invitation with the church, service time, brunch venue and RSVP link.
Invitation templates → - 2
2 weeks before
Nudge non-responders and confirm meal choices so the brunch venue has its number.
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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
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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
How do I RSVP to a christening by text?
Reply to the invitation text by the RSVP date. Start with yes or no, say who's coming, and add anything the host asked for, like allergies. If the invite includes an RSVP link, you can tap that instead. You don't need an app.
When should I follow up on christening RSVPs?
2 weeks before: Nudge non-responders and confirm meal choices so the brunch venue has its number.
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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