The Joy of Giving – Operation Christmas Child

The girls are really excited about participating in Operation Christmas Child this year.  As parents it is great when we find tangible ways to demonstrate to our children the blessing of giving to others. We want our kids to learn early the importance of helping people.  Brina is putting together a box for a little girl and Karlie is doing a box for a little boy.  Last week they took money from their piggy banks to pay for several items that they handpicked to put in the boxes.  Even though the girls are only 5 it is never to early for them to experience firsthand the blessing of sharing with people in need.

Here is a little background information on Operation Christmas Child for those who do not know what it is about.  Operation Christmas Child is part of Samaritan’s Purse Organization.  In 2009 they sent shoe boxes to 8 million children.  The shoes boxes have been sent to over 95 countries around the world since it started.  Their mission:  To demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to needy children around the world, and together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

The children who receive these boxes live in poverty and / or in crisis areas of the world.  You may not have the ability to travel to a foreign country but by sending a shoe box full of goodies to a child you will help encourage the families in these countries.  We are excited to be a part of such a wonderful ministry.

It is always a blessing to have the opportunity to share with others both locally and all over the world. For more details how you, your church, and community to get involved in this great ministry go to their website at Samaritan’s Purse If you are looking for a way to spread the Christmas cheer and give to others I encourage you to check out this opportunity.