Missions and Service

Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan's Purse which delivers gift-filled shoe boxes and the Good News of God’s love to millions of children around the world.  In one recent year Operation Christmas Child collected over 7 million shoe box gifts worldwide and distributed them to children in 95 countries.

All Youth programs of the Church and all adults are encouraged to bring small gift items that will be packed into shoe boxes and sent to needy children around the World.  Gifts may include toys, school supplies, hygiene items, & other items like sunglasses, flashlights, T-shirts, hats, etc.  DO NOT include war-related toys, chocolate or perishable food, liquids, medicines, or breakable items.