“Let the children come to Me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.” Mark 10:14, ESV The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations. "Every box is an opportunity to reach a child with the Gospel of Jesus Christ." - Franklin Graham President, Samaritan's Purse
We are contributing the Shoebox fillers throughout the year in the hopes of filling 75 shoe boxes to be distributed by Samaritans Purse to children all over the world.
May - Hygiene Products -soap, washcloths, combs, toothbrush and holders, band-aids etc.
Also bowls, cups, spoons and duct tape/masking tape.
June - Stuffed Animals (be aware of size, to fit in boxes) Balls (tennis ball size or smaller)
July - School Supplies -crayons, pencils, pens, erasers, pencil sharpeners.
August - More School Supplies -Scissors, notebooks, stickers, glue sticks, markers, rulers, coloring books.
September - Toys for Girls- dolls, head bands, hair clips, barrettes, small purses, jump ropes, sewing kits, lip balm, scarves,
necklaces, colored beads.
October - Toys for Boys - Ponchos, ball caps, trucks, marbles, flashlight with batteries, tape measure, screwdrivers, hammer
and nails, fishing kits, work gloves.
November - Fill the Gap adding misc items to fill boxes,
Packing Party - Time to be announced.
Shipping - 3rd week of November