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Christian Gifts for a Baptism
A baptism gift should outlast the day. We've gathered keepsakes, hand-bound prayer books and small treasures that the child — or the grown-up being baptised — will still hold meaningful in twenty years.
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Questions about Christian gifts for a Baptism
- What is a traditional Christian gift for a baptism?
- A piece of engraved jewellery, a children's Bible, an olive-wood cross from the Holy Land, or a hand-bound keepsake book are all enduring choices — given as a small ceremony alongside the sacrament.
- How much should I spend on a baptism gift?
- Most godparents spend £25–£75. The piece matters more than the price; a small keepsake from a thoughtful giver tends to be the one that lasts.
- What do you write in a baptism card?
- Name the day, name the promise. A line of Scripture, the date, and one sentence about what you hope for them is usually plenty.
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