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50 Baptism Wishes: What to Write in a Baptism Card

50 Baptism Wishes: What to Write in a Baptism Card

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Each denomination has different traditions when it comes to the joyous occasion of baptism, but the purpose of each is the same: to commit oneself to a life lived alongside Christ. This journey is a beautiful and emotional time for family and friends and baptism should be celebrated with a warm, loving, inspiring message.

It can be tricky to decide what to write in a baptism card. It depends entirely on your relationship with the person being baptized and whether you plan on attending the baptism ceremony. No matter the circumstances or whether you’re the parent, friend, grandparent, or godparent of the child or adult being baptized, we’ve got you covered with a list of the best baptism wishes and quotes to use in your baptism or christening greeting card!

Baptism Wishes for Anyone

If you’re not sure what to write in your baptism card, start here! Here you’ll find great baptism messages for children, family members, or friends. Let them know you stand beside them as they walk next to Christ with a touching wish.

  • May God bless you and your family.
  • May God guide and protect you and your child.
  • Congratulations on this unforgettable occasion of Baptism.
  • May this holy occasion of Christening bring you endless joy.
  • May God shower his love and blessings on your little one.
  • Today, we celebrate the christening of God's blessing to your family.
  • May the Lord bless your life with love and happiness. Congratulations on your Baptism.
  • May the blessings on this wonderful day fill your life with joy and peace forever. Have a lovely Baptism and congratulations.
  • May you and your child be blessed with God's grace on this special day.
  • I hope this day brings you and your family so much joy and peace. Have a very happy christening.
  • I hope this wonderful day gives you memories for years to come. Congratulations on your baptism.
  • Happy Christening to your child. May he/she grow to walk with the Lord.
  • May God bless your sweet child as he/she begins her spiritual journey.

Baptism Wishes for Child – When Attending

Baptisms for babies and children are truly beautiful and special religious occasions. If you’re attending a baptism ceremony, send your warmest baptism wishes in your card. Use these messages as inspiration!

  • Sharing in your joy and lifting up a special prayer of thanks on (child’s name)’s baptism day.
  • Praising God for His goodness as your baby girl is christened. She is such a precious gift.
  • Praying your hearts will be filled with once-in-a-lifetime joy as you dedicate (child’s name) to the Lord.
  • Your family is in my most grateful prayers as you have your baby baptized.
  • Warmest wishes to your family on (child’s name)’s baptism day. I’m so happy I could be here to share this meaningful time with you.
  • It means so much to be here with you for (child’s name)’s christening. Best wishes to the whole family.
  • Thanking God for the chance to gather and celebrate (child’s name)’s baptism!
  • I am so thankful to be invited to watch your child be Christened. I know with you as their parent, they will grow in their faith.
  • Thank you for inviting us for the Baptism and Christening function of your little one. May your little one be showered with love from above. Blessings!
  • Christening wishes for your beautiful daughter! Today as the Holy water is sprinkled on her may she be filled with God’s perfect love. Congratulations!

Baptism Wishes for Child – When Not Attending

If you’ve been invited to a baptism but are unable to attend, send a thoughtful message letting them know how much you wish you could have been there to celebrate this milestone.

  • Sending warm thoughts and joyful wishes for (child’s name)’s baptism!
  • Sending good wishes for (child’s name)’s christening. Love you and miss you all!
  • May today mark the beginning of endless joy and blessings in your child's life.
  • May today's Christening lead your child on the path of righteousness.
  • I wish I could be there celebrating (child’s name)’s baptism with you. Thinking warm thoughts for the whole family…

Baptism Wishes – From Godparents

It’s such an honor to become a godparent, and it’s a duty that many godparents take very seriously. You want to let the person being baptized know that you will always be there for them in life and help to keep them aligned with the Christian faith.

  • I hope your baptism today is the start of a wonderful life. Enjoy it!
  • Just a little note to let you know, we’ll be here for you as you bloom and grow.
  • On this Christening Day, I am sending all my love, best wishes, all my blessings. and my all grace to my beautiful young Godchild.
  • I hope your christening finds you blessed, and the grace of God grants you happiness and peace.
  • Dear Baby, May God’s favor together with blessings that you get today on your Baptism, direct you all the way of your life.
  • I’ve been entrusted to help you grow and maintain your faith, enabling you to become the best person you can be, and I promise I won’t let you down.
  • May today’s Christening start a flow of success in all the days of your life. Love you baby!
  • As your Godparent, on your special day, I am honored and feel blessed to be a part of your future. For you, I’ll do my best.
  • As Godparents we are so pleased to be part of this special day. We will always be there for you.
  • We feel honored and touched to be your Godparents and will do all it takes to support and love you through thick and thin.

Baptism Bible Verses & Quotes

Complete your Baptism card with an inspiring Bible verse or quote about Baptism. These meaningful quotes will make a wonderful addition to your baptism wishes and are a beautiful way to end any card! Sign off with one of these religious verses.

  • “Baptism is faith in action.”
  • "Baptism is the initial step of a faithful heart."
  • “The lord is my strength and my shield.” – Psalms 28:7
  • “Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.” – Mark 16:16
  • "The grace of being is gift of baptism by washing in water. And in spirit of Christ Jesus."
  • “I have no greater joy than to hear my children are walking in the truth.” – 3 John 1:4
  • “Your baptism is a step of obedience, a leap of faith and the beginning of a walk with the Lord that will last forever.”
  • “May the Lord give His angel charge over you, to guide you in all your ways.” – Psalm 91:11
  • “For you are God’s masterpiece created in Christ to do good works which God prepared in advance for you to do.”
  • “Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born of water and the Spirit.” – John 3:5
  • “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” – Galatians 3:26-2

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