What It Is & Why We’re Doing It
Operation Christmas Child is a global outreach of Samaritan’s Purse that shares the love of Jesus with children around the world through simple shoebox gifts. Each box is packed with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and most importantly — a message of hope. Every child who receives a box also hears about the Good News of Jesus and has the opportunity to join a local discipleship program. This year, our church is partnering with Operation Christmas Child because we believe generosity can open hearts and transform lives — both for those who give and those who receive.
Our heart behind this event was deeply inspired by what our WNLA team experienced during their missions trip to Thailand this summer. At one of the small house churches, they met children and families whose lives had been directly impacted by Operation Christmas Child. Seeing their gratitude and the lasting fruit of this ministry reminded us that something as small as a shoebox can make an eternal difference.