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Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child - A Ministry
of the Samaritan's Purse Organization
"The
Samaritan's Purse
Organization is organizing a gift program for children this
Christmas. By participating in this program, not only will needy
children get a gift, but they will also be presented with the
true joy and hope of Christmas!"
"Imagine the childlike joy of boys and girls as they open their
presents on Christmas morning. Now, imagine that joy magnified
tenfold as a child who has never received a Christmas present, A
child who has suffered because of war, natural disaster,
poverty, illness, or neglect, receives a shoe box filled to
overflowing with gifts. That's the impact Operation Christmas
Child has on needy children around the world. Operation
Christmas Child, a unique project of Christian relief and
evangelism organization Samaritan's Purse, delivers gifts to
hurting children while also telling them about God's greatest
gift - His Son, Jesus Christ. You and your family, church,
school, or organization can take part in this exciting project
simply by following these instructions in this brochure. Also,
please pray for the child who will receive your shoe box. With
your help, we can bring joy and hope to millions of children
again this Christmas."
Franklin Graham
President, Samaritan's Purse
How Can You Give?
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As a church we are again taking part
in this ministry to boys and girls around the world. Shoeboxes are
now available in the foyer for any families desiring to take part.
The AWANA JV clubs is taking an active part. Directions are in each
box. Thank you for returning your boxes by November 16th!
For the past several years, AWANA
Clubers and others have taken the opportunity to each fill a box or
help fill a group box for a needy child. This is a great opportunity
for you and your family to get involved in this wonderful ministry.
Some Suggested Gifts
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TOYS - Small cars, balls, dolls,
stuffed animals, plastic kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes,
Slinky...
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES - Pens, pencils
and sharpeners, crayons or markers, stamps & ink pad sets,
coloring books, writing pads or paper, solar calculators...
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HYGIENE ITEMS - Toothbrush,
toothpaste, soap, comb, washcloth...
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OTHER - Hard candy, lollipops,
mints, gum, sunglasses, flashlights (with extra batteries), ball
caps, socks, T-shirts, toy jewelry, hair-clips, watches, small
picture books...
Please Do Not Include the Following
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Used items
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War-related items: toy guns &
knives
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Chocolate or perishable food items
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Liquids, shampoo, lotion, bubbles,
etc.
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Medicines, vitamins, cough drops,
ointments, etc.
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Breakable items such as mirrors,
china dolls, snow-globes, etc.
Parents,
Each age group of our Awana
Clubbers will together fill as many boxes as we can which will
be sent to a child of the same age. We will then deliver our
boxes to our area coordinator, former Watertown Mayor Fred
Smith. Each box will have a pamphlet included with the Christmas
story written in their own language. Your child is encouraged to
include a note and a photo if they desire.
Thank you for giving...
River Valley AWANA Clubs
For more information, see the
Samaritan's Purse
web site or email
the
AWANA Commander.
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