How do I send First Communion invitations online?

Choose a communion design or upload your own, then add your child's name, the parish, the Mass time, and the reception details. Import your guest list from a spreadsheet, your email, or your Greenvelope address book, and add custom questions if you need to know who is coming to the reception as well as the service. Send yourself a test first, then send by email or text message (in supported countries) and watch RSVPs arrive in your dashboard.

When should First Communion invitations go out?

Four to six weeks ahead works for most families, since the parish usually sets the date months in advance and guests can hold it early. Stretch to six to eight weeks when godparents or grandparents are travelling. Put the RSVP deadline about two weeks before the day so you can confirm reception numbers with a restaurant or a caterer.

What information belongs on a First Communion invitation?

Your child's full name, the parish name and address, and the date and time of the Mass, with the reception details set out as a separate block so guests can see the two parts of the day. Add anything that changes how someone plans: whether the reception is at home or at a restaurant, whether children are included, and an RSVP date. Some families add a short line of scripture, which is a matter of taste rather than a rule.

What about relatives who do not use email much?

Send those guests by text message (in supported countries), WhatsApp, or a sharable link instead of email, all from the same mailing. Nobody needs an account, an app, or a download to open the invitation or to reply, and their RSVP lands in the same dashboard as everyone else's. If a grandparent would rather telephone you, add their reply to the guest list yourself and the headcount stays right.

How much do digital First Communion invitations cost?

A single mailing is a flat one-time price starting at $19, set by the number of people you invite, with no subscription required and no per-guest charges. If you are also sending thank you notes after the day, an annual membership covers unlimited mailings for one year, each for a separate purpose.

How does Greenvelope calculate people?

Each person (with or without email) added to the mailing list counts as (1) person. For example, "The Smith Family" of John, Jill, Tim, and Lauren would count as (4) people.

What if I am unsure how many people I need?

In this case, we recommend purchasing a smaller package initially. You can then easily purchase additional people from within your mailing on an as needed basis.

Can I send in multiple batches?

Greenvelope allows you to resend invitations or send invitations to new contacts at any time.

What if I need multiple versions of my card?

The best way to set this up would be to have two different mailings. You will need to purchase a separate "single mailing" package for each version.

Do you offer RSVP tracking?

Yes! Greenvelope's robust RSVP tracking makes planning effortless. You can collect RSVPs, track plus ones, gather meal selections, send RSVP reminders, set up seating charts, and more.

Can I also send my invitations via text message?

In addition to email, you can send your Greenvelope invitations and cards via SMS text message, WhatsApp, Facebook messenger, or a sharable link.

Do you offer digital thank you notes or save the dates?

Yes, in addition to our digital invitations and RSVP tracking, Greenvelope offers both save the dates and thank you notes. Each mailing type provides easy-to-use features, such as address collection on save the dates and individual customization for thank you notes.

What if I need to update my invitation after I've sent it?

You can do that! One of the many benefits of digital invitations is that you can add additional information, update your card, or quickly follow-up with guests with ease.

Can I send a sample to myself?

Yes! When you arrive at the 'Send' step after designing your mailing, your account information will automatically be added so you can easily send yourself a test and make sure everything looks exactly how you want it.

Our Help Center is always available to help guide you through the process and answer common questions. If you have additional questions, our in-house customer support team is available 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM PDT Monday - Thursday and 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM PDT Friday via support@greenvelope.com or 1-888-737-5635.

Digital First Communion Invitations with Animated Envelopes and RSVP Tracking

Greenvelope is the best way to send First Communion invitations for most parents: designer artwork that opens from an animated envelope, with the church details and the reception details laid out so guests can see both parts of the day. Track RSVPs, ask who is staying for the reception, and send by email or text message (in supported countries). Ad-free, paper-free, and rated 4.9 stars across 10,000+ Trustpilot reviews.

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Personalization Choose a customizable invitation design, curated from our indie designers, then update font, color, photos, layout, and more.
Importing Guest List Easily import contacts from a spreadsheet, directly from your email, or by using your Greenvelope address book.
Messaging Stay connected with your guests through easy-to-use event messaging that is perfect for last-minute updates and check-ins.
Address Validation Prior to being sent, each email address will be automatically verified to ensure optimal delivery and minimize bouncebacks.

Track RSVPs View ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ responses, open rates, and survey responses in real-time. RSVP collection has never been so easy.
Survey Questions “Chicken or fish?” “Do you have a song request?” You can easily collect all the information you want—no matter the question.
Daily Updates Opt to receive emails with the updates that are most important to you, from RSVP notifications to daily open rate summaries.
Auto-Reminders Schedule and send reminders to subsets of your guest list to alert them of an upcoming RSVP deadline or event date.

First Communion Invitations for Family, Godparents, and Guests

Invite family, godparents, and friends to share this milestone with designer First Communion invitations. Choose from a broad collection, from traditional and reverent to bright and simple, and customize any design with your child's name, the parish, the Mass time, and the reception details. A single mailing is a flat one-time price starting at $19, set by guest count, with no subscription required and no per-guest charges. If a baptism is coming up in the family, send baptism invitations from the same account.

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