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A Christening is the official celebration which welcomes your child into your chosen faith and formally announces the name you have chosen for them. Essentially, a Christening is the child's first initiation into the relgious faith.
To help you organise your baby's christening we have a beautiful selection of christening invites for you to choose from. Designs come in various sizes and styles (flat or folded cards) and many have the option of a photo upload. Our invitations can be personalised for Christening, Baptism and Naming Day celebrations. Take a look at our Christening Checklist which lists all the tasks which need to be organised for your baby's big day.
Our unique preview feature allows you to view a proof of your christening invitation online before placing your order. This makes the order process quick and easy to use and you can view your christening cards in as many designs as you wish before deciding which one you like the best! Take a look at our christening invitation wording page for some inspiration on how to write your christening invites.
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Christening or Baptism?
Christening and Baptism are words which are often used interchangeably and sometimes there is confusion as to whether they are the same celebration. However, there are subtle differences between a Christening and Baptism.
Traditionally a Christening is a passive tradition as it is the parent's choice to raise their child in the Christian faith and not the child's. The baby is sprinkled with water by the priest or vicar over a small font and parents and godparents promise to raise their child in the Christian faith and set a good example. Parent's choose appropriate godparents who are strong in their chosen faith to help guide and nuture the child as they grow older. The term Christening therefore should mainly be used when referring to infant baptisms.
A Baptism on the other hand is usually performed when the child is older or an adult dedicates themselves to God. Baptisms, by some churches are often regarded as more active ceremonies because the decision being made to enter the Christian faith is being taken solely by the child or adult and not by the parents. Traditionally, the act of baptism involves being fully submerged in a pool of water, instead of just being sprinked with water. The term Baptism therefore should be mainly used when the person being baptised has made the decision themselves.
Naming Day
You may not be religious and therefore a traditional Christening or Baptism celebration will not be appropriate for you. Non-religious parents often choose to host Naming Day ceremonies to mark the birth of a baby. The ceremony can include music, readings and poetry, just like in a Church, but best of all you can choose to host a Naming Day anywhere! The day can be as formal or as informal as you like and as with a Christening or Baptism a party is usually held after the ceremony to formally celebrate the occasion.
