Operation Christmas Child Is in Full Swing!

It is that time of year again! Please consider participating in this fun way to bless a child somewhere in the world with a shoebox full of fun gifts AND the Gospel of Jesus!

Just pick up a box in the church lobby or grab your own recycled shoebox or a plastic shoebox,  and choose the age and gender you would like to give your box to (2-4 years, 5-9 years, or 10-14 years). Then pack a box with a "wow" item (a doll, a large truck, a soccer ball and pump, etc.),  personal care items such as a toothbrush, washcloth, hair brush, headbands, etc., school supplies such as pencils, notebooks, pens, colored pencils, etc., and other fun stuff like flashlight and batteries, clothing, crafts and puzzles!  Pack your box completely full!  You can also include a photo of yourself and personal note in your box. Samaritan's Purse has a tracking feature so you can follow where your box goes. Click on the link below to go to the Operation Christmas Child "How to pack a shoebox" website. Boxes are due back at the church November 23rd.

There is a $10 shipping fee per box, you can include that in your box or pay it online at through the link below.

Please note the list of things no longer allowed in OCC shoeboxes:  SOAP; candy; toothpaste; gum; used or damaged items; scary or war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures; chocolate or food; seeds; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.

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How to pack a shoebox