Getting gifts for kids always makes Christmas just that much more enjoyable. In my family we have two kids, but when you start counting up the neices and nephews, that number rises to a 11 (ages 2-13). Trying to find the right gift is alway a challenge, especially with the ever changing taste of 10-13 year olds. It's funny how life repeats itself in different ways.Just last week we had the opportunity to help Operation Christmas Child prepare shoeboxes of gifts for kids ages 2-14. We're not just talking 11 kids, 
but thousands upon thousands of children. The warehouse we were working at had pallets of shoebox gifts destined for children in Panama, Peru, the Philippines, China & Guyana. What an amazing site to see hundreds of pallets piled 5 ft. high with box after box of gifts. We're not just talking about toys, but also essential hygiene items that we often take for granted. We even heard the testimony of a 15 year old girl, who just ten years ago was a recipient of such a shoebox gift, and that day was there to help just as we were.
but thousands upon thousands of children. The warehouse we were working at had pallets of shoebox gifts destined for children in Panama, Peru, the Philippines, China & Guyana. What an amazing site to see hundreds of pallets piled 5 ft. high with box after box of gifts. We're not just talking about toys, but also essential hygiene items that we often take for granted. We even heard the testimony of a 15 year old girl, who just ten years ago was a recipient of such a shoebox gift, and that day was there to help just as we were.
I can't think of a better way to celebrate Christmas and be reminded of the most precious gift of all, Jesus Christ, than to be a part of a ministry that brings joy and smiles to the faces of children all over the world. If you want more information about Operation Christmas Child check out their website by clicking on the OCC logo above.
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