Last year, an estimated 8.9 million boxes were filled in the U.S. and taken where they were needed. Although his journey was dangerous, and the people were not interested in the Gospel, he did not give up—he believed that God had a special plan for this remote mountain community. For more information, go to samaritanspurse.org or suotto57@gmail.com.

Pack those shoeboxes, friends! Don and Donna Downs head up the distribution effort for West End Baptist. She starting reading the Scriptures right away, went through The Greatest Journey, and grew in her relationship with God. - Anika M. Shoebox season is is full swing! Liquids and food (including hard candy and gum) are not allowed. Read my full disclosure policy here. The young girl put her faith in Jesus Christ after learning through The Greatest Journey lessons that God created her and loves her.

I include a cap, screwdriver, screws, hammer, nails, bandana, twine. Color coordinating is just my simple hack for sparking creativity when I feel super uninspired. The national collection week of boxes this year is November 16-23, 2020. Praise the Lord, And pray.

The Himba in Namibia are also unreached and in 2019 they, too, dedicated their first ever church to God's glory.

As the children shared the Good News with family and friends, more people came to faith and the church continued to grow. Writing the letter was the best part.

© Copyright 2019 Samaritan’s Purse. Your turn to share! Shoe box gift ideas include toy cars, jump ropes, yo-yos, toys that light up and make noise, non-liquid hygiene items such a toothbrushes, bars of soap, washcloths and combs, school supplies such as pens, pencils, sharpeners, crayons and markers and accessories such as socks, sunglasses, jewelry and watches and flashlights with extra batteries.

Tags: Give Back, Operation Christmas Child, Established 20012454 Altamahaw Union Ridge Road Burlington, North Carolina 27217 336.586.9440, 2454 Altamahaw Union Ridge Road Burlington, North Carolina 27217 336.586.9440, Copyright © 2019 Clover Garden School. He was last on the show in mid-September to discuss how he got an acting job in a nationally distributed video for Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child.

I've participated in Operation Christmas Child ("OCC") for more than two decades but 2013 was the first year I decided to pack a shoebox for a 10- to 14-year-old girl.. After reading articles about the unique struggles faced by young women in developing countries, I realized the life-changing impact a shoebox could have when packed with thoughtful gifts. You should also note there are things that cannot be included in an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox, such as: So what exactly can you pack in an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox? “Everything they receive in the shoeboxes may get lost, but what they won't lose, which is something I have never lost, is the love of God.”. As the children shared the Good News with family and friends, more people came to faith and the church continued to grow. “I want to help my friends by teaching them about God and what He has done.” Read the Full Story →. Trying to gather all the last minute items.

Think of gifts you’d give to children who don’t have electricity. Marina is a grateful, South Texas-based mom of two daughters and a son (a 14-year-old, 10-year-old and 6-year-old).

They will take a trailer filled with shoe boxes to Phenix City, where the boxes will be inspected and put on a tractor-trailer bound for an airport or the coast. Something else she puts in each box is anywhere from eight to a dozen pencils.

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to impact the life of a child overseas! You may wonder, how can I help or contribute?

Churches and volunteers from all over the U.S. joined the cause. This post may contain affiliate links. KAKINADA, I’ve been packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child for what seems like forever. After all, no amount of gifts you receive could ever match the feeling of giving one, wouldn’t you agree? Please join us in praying for boys and girls all over the world to know Jesus Christ as their Savior and for their lives to bring Him much glory. © Provided by Davenport-R Island-Moline KWQC. If you’ve never sent one of these special shoebox gifts, you may be wondering where to begin and what to include. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. Clover Garden School will foster community, generate enthusiasm, challenge students academically, and produce successful citizens. While this adds no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission when you click through and make a purchase.

You’ll find pens, pencils, notepads, stickers, and small containers at Target’s Dollar Spot. “My entire heart is in The Greatest Journey,” Flor said.

An important part of packing an Operation Christmas Child shoebox is a letter to the child.

Cell: 7674833307 Across the world in Ecuador, Diana, 28, hosts shoebox distribution events at the Christian camp and conference center where she and her husband are coordinators and counselors. They had been praying for a way to teach the children about God. This video---where Fullan portrays a dad with a pretty wife and children---us being shown on the organization’s Facebook platform and website. Shoeboxes are collected the third week of November. It is time once again to gear up our efforts for the Operation Christmas Child shoe box ministry. Thank you for your faithful prayers and continued support of Operation Christmas Child. It helps make the gift more than just "things" but a reminder that they are cared about. "We are ready to pack shoeboxes!" “Our goal was to pack 250 boxes this year,” Otto said. When that happens, Keep sharing your ideas for Operation Christmas Child so we can all learn. When you arrive at school on Monday, either the boxes will be on a table outside of the front door of the school, or someone in an approved mask will greet you and hand out the materials you need.