Operation Christmas Child is a program, through Samaritan’s Purse, that collects shoeboxes filled with items such as toys, school supplies, and hygiene items and distributes them to underprivileged children throughout the world. It also spreads the Gospel to these children, many of whom have never heard the story of Jesus before.
Since 1993, over 209 million shoeboxes have been distributed in more than 170 countries. Ascension has collected over 1,700 shoeboxes since we first started participating in this program in 2013.
- Kick-off this year is Sunday, October 22nd Shoeboxes will be available in the Narthex and Fellowship Hall that day!
- Last day to turn in your shoeboxes is Sunday, November 19th
- Our goal this year is 210 boxes!
Not sure of how to pack a shoebox? Click on the link below for step-by-step instructions on how to pack your shoebox: HOW TO PACK A SHOEBOX
Need suggestions on what types of things to put in your shoebox? Click here: PACKING ITEMS
Would you rather pack a shoebox online? Ascension has a Goal Page setup for packing
shoeboxes where we keep track of how many were packed online. The goal is 25 online boxes.
For only $25, you can pack a shoebox online in minutes. Pack your shoebox online with us here!
Still looking for additional information? See Bob Marcellus or check out the Samaritan’s Purse website.
