More than 6 million children felt the joy of receiving a
Christmas present last year as Samaritan’s Purse distributed shoe boxes
filled with gifts in about 95 countries wrecked by war, poverty, and
disaster. This was made possible by
millions of individuals, churches, and groups that prepared, collected, and
processed box gifts.
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OCTOBER 2011 Operation
Christmas Child: Yes, once again it is time to think about
filling a shoe box for children to give them hope and know that someone
cares. This is one way you can make a
difference in a young person’s life.
Since 1993, this Samaritan’s Purse project has shared the Good
News of God’s love with hurting children through the simplest of gifts
– shoe boxes! Filled with school
supplies, toys, and personal items that are packed by caring people, these
boxes help introduce children to Jesus Christ. Local believers follow up with evangelistic
programs, and many precious boys and girls later receive Jesus as their Savior. As you
pack a shoe box for a child, please pray for the boy or girl who will receive
it. Spread the word so others will get
involved too. You will be amazed to
see how God can use a small gift to touch a child’s heart! In the greater Lancaster Area 36,009 shoe
boxes were collected in 2010.
“Praise God”. It is
suggested to consider using plastic shoe boxes, as they serve multiple
purposes. They are available at
Wal-Mart, K-Mart & Dollar stores, usually for a dollar. Please take something from the bin in the
breezeway (beginning Oct. 2) to get started.
Then just add to it. Collection
dates will be October 30 and November 6.
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Last Edited on 10/1/11