As you prepare for Christmas with your family, Operation Christmas Child has a simple way you and your family can give the message of Jesus Christ to children and families around the world.

Simply pack a shoebox with toys, toiletries and school supplies for children in developing countries.  Samaritans Purse then takes those boxes to children around the world sharing with them, their parents and siblings the saving grace of Jesus.  Find out all the details on what to pack and drop off locations near you at Samaritans Purse website.

Or you can join Brent and Julia during at three drop off locations during national collection week the 16th–23rd.

November 17th from 6-9am at Hillside Wesleyan Church in Cedar Rapids

November 19th from 6-9am at River Community Church in Iowa City

November 23rd from 6-9am at Hammond Avenue Brethren Church in Waterloo