The mission of Operation Christmas Child (OCC) is 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. Samaritans Purse is the organization through which we minister to children around the world at Christmas time. To learn more, watch this short video or visit Samaritan's Purse.
"What makes Operation Christmas Child stir my heart is that each child who receives a box also receives an invitation to attend a twelve session course called the Greatest Journey. Here they learn the Gospel and how to share it. Whole villages have come to Christ, often in remote places." -Charlet, Project Leader
If you are interested in packing a shoebox, brochures with details + boxes are in the church foyer! All shoeboxes will be due back by no later than Sunday, November 14. Please also include a $9.00 check made payable to Samaritan's Purse for shipping costs.
The completed shoeboxes may be picked up and dropped off on Sundays or contact the church office for more options (office @ westgate-church.org).