Volunteers from around Bayfield will kick off the Samaritan’s Purse’s collection season by packing shoeboxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items at 11:30 a.m. Sunday in Berry Hall at Calvary Presbyterian Community Church, 89 E. Mill St., Bayfield.

Operation Christmas Child is a global project that shares the true meaning of Christmas with children around the world. These gift-filled shoeboxes will contribute to the project’s global goal of reaching more than 11 million children in Jesus’ name.

Participants may donate $9 per shoebox online through “Follow Your Box” and receive a tracking label to discover its destination.

The packing party will be held after the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome at the service.

For more information about how to participate in Operation Christmas Child, call (303) 745-9179 or visit www.samaritanspurse.org/occ.

To RSVP, call Nancy Senti at 749-7807.