Christening Gifts: ideas for babies, youths and adults
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Baptism is the beginning of the Christian life. In Portugal, it is often celebrated with babies, but more and more young people and adults are choosing to be baptized — especially in evangelical churches, where baptism by immersion is a personal decision. The right gift depends a lot on the age.
For babies and children
- A cross necklace or medal to keep and wear later — like the 925 sterling silver cross necklace.
- An illustrated children's Bible.
- A plush toy — the Jesus plushie is soft and ideal for cuddling.
- A keepsake box with the date, the candle, and the baptismal garment.
For young people and adults
When it is the person themselves deciding to be baptized, the gift can celebrate that choice and their new identity:
- A t-shirt that tells the story: Forgiven. Restored. Sent. (2 Corinthians 5:17) or Redeemed.
- For women, the Making All Things New (Revelation 21:5), with a delicate lily print.
- A Bible cover for their new beginning in study.
- An 18k gold-plated cross necklace as a memento of the day.
A detail that makes the difference
Accompany the gift with a handwritten verse. Some classics for Baptism: Romans 6:4 ("walk in newness of life"), 2 Corinthians 5:17, and Galatians 3:27.
See more suggestions in Confirmation and Baptism Gifts.