Bethesda will be packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child after service on Sunday, November 3rd. We will collect items through this date. We are also collecting money to buy items that will be needed to fill the shoeboxes. Note, we are not collecting for the cost of shipping the shoeboxes. We have enough from previous years’ that will cover the cost this year.
Items needed:
· Shoeboxes (preferably plastic, or wrapped cardboard)
· Toys—sports balls (with hand pump if needed), dolls, stuffed animals, play cars, small musical instruments, jump ropes, etc.
· Make-your-own crafts
· Clothing accessories—socks, gloves, hair barrettes, scarves, hats, sunglasses, etc.
· Small books, activity or coloring books
· Handmade and religious items are welcome.
Do not include: used or damaged items, liquids, chocolate, aerosols, food, breakable, or war-related items.