On Sunday, November 6th, the tables were filled with all sorts of goodies ready to be packed into shoeboxes to be sent to children throughout the world as part of Operation Christmas Child. After a quick lunch followed by a packing tutelage session, our volunteers were off to pack, and pack they did. We are so excited to be sending 77 shoeboxes to kids around the world.

The number of gifts these packers managed to fit in a box was truly amazing to see ~ soap, washcloths, toothbrushes, school supplies, stuffed animals, soccer balls, tools, t-shirts, socks, toys, shoes…and more! Please know how meaningful these gifts are to the children who receive them.

Thank you to our St. Mark’s congregation for your OCC donations throughout the year. Thank you to our behind the scenes helpers who helped set up (and tear down) Fellowship Hall for a smooth "packing party”. And thank you to our packers for filling these boxes not only with gifts, but with hope and love that will be sent around the world. Please pray that through God’s grace, our shoeboxes will bless each of the 77 children that receive them. We look forward to continuing this mission project with all of you in 2023!

If you would like more information on Operation Christmas Child, please visit Samaritan’s Purse at www.samaritanspurse.org.

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