For a baptism or christening, distinguish the ceremony from the family gathering afterwards. Use the name spelling agreed with the family and confirmed venue and time details.
Confirm the church or ceremony venue name, address, arrival time and start time. Share special guest requirements only after checking them with the ceremony organizers.
Two parts and two addresses
For a family meal after the ceremony, give a separate address and time. If some guests are invited to only one part, use different wording to avoid ambiguity.
Questions about your selection
Should godparents be named?
The family decides. Agree the spelling and each person’s role before adding names; do not include personal details automatically.
How do I invite someone only to the meal?
Name the family gathering after the ceremony and give its time and address. Remove wording that would imply an invitation to the ceremony itself.
