Collection Sunday: November 17, 2024

  • Something as ordinary as a shoebox can accomplish the eternal when it is packed with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and God’s love. Powered by prayers, it can help lead children and families to faith in Christ, inspire pastors, plant and grow churches, and encourage disciples in some of the most unreached places in the world.

    Be a part of changing children's lives all over the world in Jesus' Name through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child. Prayerfully consider packing one or more shoeboxes to help spread the gospel of Jesus Christ to children around the world. And be sure to bring your shoeboxes to church by November 12th.

National Collection Week is November 18-25, 2024

We are so blessed to have a facility that accommodates being a regional drop off location for Operation Christmas Child. In an effort to serve this vital ministry well, we have designated drops off times listed below during National Collection Week.

  • (Times subject to change)

    Monday, November 18th  6:00 – 8:00 pm
    Tuesday, November 19th 10:00 – 12 Noon
    Wednesday, November 20th 9:00 – 10:00 am
    Thursday, November 21st 6:00 – 8:00 pm
    Friday, November 22nd 10:00 – 12 Noon
    Saturday, November 23rd 2:00 – 5:00 pm
    Sunday, November 24th 3:00 – 6:00 pm
    Monday, November 25th 8:00 – 10:00 am

For more information please visit the Operation Christmas Child table in the church atrium or click on one of the links below:

Build a Shoebox Online

Shoeboxes built online are more likely to be sent to those children in hard to reach areas. Not only is it easier for people to build a shoebox, but more importantly, children are being reached when they otherwise would not be. More information can be found by clicking HERE.

How to Pack a Shoebox

  • Find an average-sized shoebox, either cardboard or plastic. Wrap the box and lid separately. Decorative shoeboxes are also available at church.

  • Fill the shoebox with gender and age appropriate items. Gift suggestions are on the back of this form. Attach one of the labels below and check the appropriate age category. Secure the lid with a rubber band.

  • Pray for the child who will receive your gift.

  • Return your box to church by Sunday, November 12, 2023

  • This donation helps cover the cost of delivering these shoeboxes to children around the world. • Submit your donation in the designated box at the OCC Information Kiosk at church in the Atrium (make checks payable to Genesis Church, OCC in memo).

    OR

    To follow the destination of you box, give online here.

    Any additional donations will help cover other expenses, such as helping to ship boxes.

Gift Suggestions

  • Include items that children will immediately embrace such as dolls, toy cars, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, balls, toys that light up and make noise (with extra batteries), etc.

  • Pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers, notebooks, paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.


  • Toothbrushes, combs, washcloths, etc.

  • T-shirts, socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry, handmade crafts, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries), etc.

  • You may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. If you include your name and address, the child may be able to write back.

  • Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; toothpaste; soap; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.

Download the printable version of the packing and gift suggestions handout here: