Volunteers from around Bayfield will gather to kick off the Samaritan’s Purse project’s collection season by packing shoeboxes with toys, school supplies and hygiene items at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 17 in Berry Hall at Calvary Presbyterian Community Church, 89 E. Mill St.
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 follow the 10 a.m. worship service. All are welcome at the worship service.
For more information on 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.
