A printed spread from The Day You Were Baptized with the name Giuliana in the story, beside a watercolor of a sleeping baby

Storied & Blessed · Catholic baptism gifts

For a Catholic baptism

A Catholic baptism gift with the child’s name in the story.

The name, the parish, the godparents and the day, in a hardcover book. $39.99, shipping included.

See the name in the story

What is a good Catholic baptism gift?

Give something tied to the sacrament that the child can keep. Catholic families often give a rosary, a small crucifix for the nursery, a medal of the child’s patron saint, or a book about the day. The parish usually gives the baptismal candle and the white garment, so ask the parents before you buy either.

Catholic baptism gift ideas, side by side

  • Rosary. A first rosary to keep. Put it away until the child is older; small beads are not for babies.
  • Crucifix or holy water font. Hangs in the nursery for years. Ask the parents first, since it goes on their wall.
  • Patron saint medal. Ties the gift to the child’s name or the saint the family chose. Engraving adds time.
  • Baptismal candle or white garment. Part of the rite. Many parishes give these, so check before you buy.
  • Children’s Bible. Useful for years. Ask which edition the family prefers.
  • Personalized book. Tells the story of the baptism with the child’s name in it. Read it now; they read it later.

We make the personalized book on this list, so weigh our view with that in mind.

What we print in the book

  • The child’s name, woven through the story and on the cover.
  • The baptism date, and the parish if you add it.
  • The godparents who stood beside the child.
  • A Bible verse you choose from our list.
  • Girl or boy pictures in four skin tones: light, golden, medium or dark.
  • A 32-page, 8.5-inch square hardcover, printed for one child alone.

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Cover

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Emma Grace

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On the day you were baptized, Emma Grace, God called you by name.

Date: June 15, 2026

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"Don't be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name. You are mine."

Isaiah 43:1

The page where we made room for Emma Grace

Left blank, the book says:

Your family stood beside you and made a promise:

The Day You Were Baptized. A book that puts the child inside God’s story from the very first step.

Add more details (optional): full name, church, godparents

$39.99 total, shipping included. Nothing added at checkout.

Change or cancel within 24 hours for a full refund, no questions asked.

Ships within 3–5 business days.

Baptism is where the path of following God begins. This book places the child inside that story, held by God and led forward.

See inside

Read a few pages from the book. This sample uses Emma Grace; your child’s name and details are printed in their own copy.

God knew a name. Illustrations shown are from the English sample book.

Sample pages use Emma Grace. Your child’s name and details are printed in your book.

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God knew a name

Before the stars knew their places, before the morning knew the sun, God knew a name. He whispered it like a promise: Emma Grace.
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God knew a name. Illustrations shown are from the English sample book.

Sample pages use Emma Grace. Your child’s name and details are printed in your book.

Words from the book · 1 of 5

God knew a name

Before the stars knew their places, before the morning knew the sun, God knew a name. He whispered it like a promise: Emma Grace.
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See the name in the story
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Questions

What do Catholics give as a baptism gift?

Common gifts are a rosary, a crucifix, a patron saint medal, a children’s Bible, or a keepsake book about the day. Godparents often give something that lasts, with a letter about their promise.

Is this book right for a Catholic baptism?

Yes. It is a Christian baptism story that fits Catholic, Protestant and Orthodox families. It names the godparents and the parish, and you choose the verse. Read the sample pages first to be sure the words fit your family.

Which Bible are the verses from?

The verses come from the World English Bible, a public-domain translation. If you want a verse that is not on our list, email hello@storiedandblessed.com and we will check that it is public domain and add it for your order.

What gets printed in the book?

The child’s name, the baptism date, the parish and godparents if you add them, and a Bible verse you choose. Check the spelling before you pay; we print what you type.

How much is it, and when should I order?

The hardcover is $39.99, shipping included. Shipping is included to the US and Canada. Ships within 3–5 business days. Carrier delivery time varies by destination; all dates are estimates. Order once the name and baptism date are set. You can change the details or cancel for a full refund within 24 hours of payment.

Can a godparent order it?

Yes. Anyone can order it. Add the godparents’ names so they appear in the story, and ship it to yourself or straight to the family.

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