It is time to pack shoeboxes in preparation for Operation Christmas Child!  Shoeboxes will be available for you to pack, or you can fill a shoebox. Fill the box with toys, school supplies, and other items to make a Christmas package for a very special child.

 

If you want to know more about how to pack, check out the website for Samaritan’s Purse: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/pack-a-shoe-box/

 

If you prefer, you can also pack a shoebox online: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/buildonline/

 

Our Elementary Sunday School Class will also be collecting items to pack.  Please note the items below. If you want to send any of these items to us, we will be happy to pack them for you.  All items will need to be sent by November 9th.

 

Toys: balls, small cars, dolls, stuffed animals, yo-yos, jump ropes, jacks, Slinky, etc.

Please include extra batteries for toys requiring these.

 

School Supplies: pens, pencils, colored pencils, erasers, markers, stamps and ink pads, small writing pads, calculators, dictionaries, etc.

 

Hygiene Items: toothbrush, mild bar soap, comb, washcloth, small towel

 

Other: socks, undershirts and underwear, hats, gloves, sunglasses, flashlights, jewelry, hair accessories, watches, small Bibles, etc. 

 

Collection Dates: We are a collection site, and we will be implementing curbside drop-off. The collection dates are November 16-23