Operation Christmas Child

Have you heard of this? Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan's Purse, a relief agency run by Billy Graham's son Franklin Graham. This "operation" sends literally thousands and thousands of shoe boxes filled with small toys and personal hygiene items to children allover the world who would not have any Christmas gifts otherwise. It's a fabulous ministry that has touched millions of lives. Next week, Nov 12-19, is collection week, where shoesboxes will be collected at regional centers all over the U.S. If you'd like to participate there's still time! Click on the Samaritan's Purse link above to find out specific info about the shoe boxes and what to put in them. Click here to find out where the closest drop off center is to your location.




Yesterday we went shopping for things to pack our boxes. We had such a fun time and the children were really into it. Our boys packed a box for a boy (naturally!), while our daughter packed a box for a girl. This year we bought shoe box sized plastic tubs so the children who received them would have a durable place to keep their special things after opening. Please consider getting involved in this wonderful ministry!