Operation Christmas Child

Final Return: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Operation Christmas Child is more than filling a shoebox. It’s a chance to share the Good News of Jesus with children who may have never heard His name. Every gift-packed box opens a door for local churches around the world to present the Gospel clearly and personally, inviting boys and girls to discover the hope and love of Christ.

When you participate, you join a global mission. Your prayers, generosity, and simple act of packing a box help carry the message of salvation to places we may never reach in person. These shoeboxes are tools, but the true gift is eternal life in Jesus—the reason we go, give, and serve.

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Pick up a box & label in the lobby, starting Sunday, October 12
2. Shop for a girl or boy based on the age ranges on the label (2-4, 5-9, 10-14)
3. Return the filled box with the marked label to church no later than Sunday, November 9
(Because of the past generosity of our church, the $10 recommended donation noted on the labels has been covered.)

IDEAS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Girl Gift Suggestions
Boy Gift Suggestions

Gift-filled boxes are delivered together with the Good news of Jesus Christ as expressions of God's immense love for a child.
So, make sure to make them...

• FUN: Include a quality "wow" item to delight the child (like a soccer ball with pump, doll, stuffed animal)
• FULL: To fill empty spaces, add school supplies and personal care items such as pens/pencils/crayons/notebooks, sunglasses, flashlights
• PERSONALIZED: Make sure every box is unique and covered in prayer. Include a note of encouragement and a photo of you/your family. These personal letters often are children's favorite shoebox items!

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