Shoeboxes, National Collection Week Nov 13-19
/Today, hundreds of Operation Christmas Child drop-off locations open across Canada for National Collection Week! It's time to bring in your prayerfully packed gift-filled shoeboxes. Each box is a tangible expression of God's love and an opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with a child, their family, and community!
Elizabeth lives with her single mom in a remote village in Kenya. When her parents separated, she became sad and withdrawn. A friend invited her to a festive outreach event where she received a gift-filled shoebox. Elizabeth was overjoyed with the gifts and felt God's love. She then attended The Greatest Journey where she learned how Jesus gave His life for her. The Gospel message she heard was so powerful that Elizabeth gave her life to Christ and started regularly attending church. Soon, she invited her mom to come with her, and she also gave her life to the Lord! Now, mother and daughter are actively involved in their church and are no longer isolated from their community.
If you haven't started packing yet, there's still time. Need gift ideas? Check out our How to Pack a Shoebox page for some creative suggestions. You can also Pack a Shoebox Online.
Declare His glory among the nations!
Psalm 96:3