This Friday, November 14, we have another service/fun opportunity.  Some of you may be familiar with Operation Christmas Child, a ministry run by Franklin Graham’s organization Samaritan’s Purse. Here’s a quick description of what the organization does from their website: “Operation Christmas Child brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoe boxes and the Good News of God’s love. Since 1993, more than 61 million shoe boxes have been packed, shipped, and delivered across the globe. People of all ages can be involved in this simple, hands-on missions project while focusing on the true meaning of Christmas—Jesus Christ.”

On Friday, November 14, we will assemble a few shoe boxes to be sent to children around the world.  We’ll break into teams and go shopping at Walmart or Target for age/gender-appropriate toys/school supplies/etc. and then come back to my house in Sterling to assemble and wrap the shoeboxes.

Afterwards, everyone is welcome to hang out Renae Smith’s house for food and games. If you can’t join us for the shopping part, feel free to come later for the hang-out part.  It would be helpful to have an approximate head count so we can make sure we have enough food, so please let Renae know if you’ll be coming by Thursday if possible.  Thanks!

Have a great start to your week!