How to Word Invitations for an Ordination

Ordination invitations make nice keepsakes from this important day.

For a religious person, an ordination ceremony is significant and is probably the result of long hours of study and ministry. At his ordination, it is likely the individual being ordained will want friends and family by their side, like at a birthday or baptism. But some people will not understand the significance of this event, so a proper invitation that demonstrate the ordination's importance is beneficial. Whether ordering professionally printed invitations or making your own at home, word your invites to convey your desire for the guest's attendance and give them good directions to the event.

Things You'll Need

• Invitations

Instructions

1. Write the church's name that is hosting the ordination at the inside top of the invitation. Write the full name and avoid using abbreviations if possible. Underneath the church name write, "You are cordially invited to attend the ordination of..."

2. Spell out the name of the ordained fully using first, middle and last name. Include any suffixes like "Jr." or "Sr."

3. Add the date, day and the time the ordination will take place.

4. Finish the invitation by giving more details like naming the officiating minister and the address. For example this line may read, "Reverend Charles Miller invites you to witness the ordination of this church member. The ordination will be performed in the sanctuary on the main campus. The address is 2400 Hope Road."

5. Detail any extra information the guests should know like, "Please take photographs after the service" or "Please remain after service to enjoy our coffee and dessert bar."

References

• Consolation Baptist Association: Suggestions for Ordaining a Deacon
• Disciple Home Missions: Ordination in the Christian Church