Operation Christmas Child

Each year shoe box gifts are collected in thousands of locations to be sent to children around the world in nearly 100 countries.  The gift boxes are packed with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and clothing and are sent to children suffering from poverty, war, famine and disease.  In many cases these gifts are the only gift that the child has ever received.  Included with the shoe box gift is a booklet explaining the gospel in the child’s own language.  The children and families are then invited to a follow-up Bible study program and many come to Christ through this ministry.  Being part of this outreach is a very exciting opportunity and a wonderful way for each of us to be involved in mercy ministry and missions.

A big thank you to everyone who participated in 2024's Operation Christmas Child efforts!  A total of 8,921 boxes were received from the local community at our drop-off site, an increase of 547 boxes over last year!  It is always a joy to meet so many from our community who come and drop off boxes. We have many who return year after year and it is truly a blessing to see everyone come together and unite in an effort to spread God’s love to children and families all over the world.  If you are interested in serving, please contact Sue Zachmann for more information on how to be involved next year.

For more information, please visit Samaritan's Purse.