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Operation Christmas Child

October 20, 2020 | KSC News

Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse, and every year they send millions of filled shoeboxes to children in need around the world. Not only do the children receive school supplies, personal care items and toys, but they are given a booklet which introduces them to the Good News of the Gospel in their own language. This year you have a variety of ways in which to participate in this project:

  • You can pick up pre-wrapped, empty shoeboxes from one of our lobbies. Fill the boxes according to the guidelines listed inside and return your boxes to the lobbies by November 15.
  • Build a Shoebox ONLINE option: King Street Church now has our own page for keeping track of how many folks in our church use the Build a Shoebox option.

Visit Our Online “Build-a-Shoebox” Page

 

For those who are physically building a box, we are blessed to have a Shoebox Supply House in nearby Shippensburg, where you can purchase items that are perfect for boxes (and OCC-approved) at a greatly reduced price. You can either purchase items to supplement your boxes or can fill boxes right there at the warehouse.  They aren’t open every day; check their schedule before your visit.

Supply House Details

 

How is Operation Christmas Child changing lives around the world?  Here is one story:

OCC in the Philippines

This link explains the many steps involved before a box is placed into the hands of a child:

The Journey of a Shoebox

Learn more about OCC and read more testimonies of those who have been blessed:

Stories, Photos, and More