Once again we will provide shoeboxes filled with goodies for children around the world through the Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child Project. Please bring a Christmas wrapped shoebox filled with suggested items and an envelope with $7 to cover postage to the Harvest Supper on Sunday, November 12th.
- Suggested gift ideas: Toys ~ small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, small Etch A Sketch, toys that light up or make noise (with extra batteries), Slinky, etc.; School Supplies ~ pens, pencils & sharpener, crayons or markers, stamps & ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring & picture books, etc.; Hygiene Items ~ toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.; Other ~ hard candy & lollipops (please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps, sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries). DO NOT INCLUDE: used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
- Determine whether your gift will be for a boy or a girl, and the child’s age category: 2-4, 5-9, or 10-14. Tape a label on the top of your box that gives this information.
When you come to the Harvest Supper on November 12th, bring your shoebox and place on the steps in the sanctuary. We will have a brief prayer dedication service before the Harvest Supper begins.
If you’d rather give money, please make your check payable to: BPC and mark “Operation Christmas Child”. If you have questions, please contact Susie VanDyke, 578-6703. Remember, through Operation Christmas Child Batesville Presbyterian can make a world of difference. Thanks so much!
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