Kids’ lives change when they receive these precious boxes.  They feel the love and compassion of the sender with each item they touch.  However, they aren’t the only ones involved in the shoebox process who go through a transformation.  The sender does as well.  Something changes in our spirit as we choose to give … Read more

I believe the Bible when it says, “He who has a generous eye will be blessed, for he gives of bread to the poor.” (Proverbs 22:9)  There are spiritual and emotional blessings that come when we give to others, especially in those life changing situations. Can you imagine living in a world with no Christmas?  … Read more

  Please bring craft kits and/or items that the children can use to make crafts.  We are more than halfway through until our shoebox packing party!  You are appreciated and loved for all the ways you have contributed.  THANK YOU!   Suggested Gifts:Quality Crafts Sewing Crocheting Knitting No-Sew Projects   “I collected and bought pillowcases … Read more

  “Declare His glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples.” Psalm 96:3   Goodwill of Winfield has donated T-shirts once again for us to make jump ropes.  They are on the table by the tubs.  Thank you to the cutters and braiders!  Lanna Kimbrel MADE ONE HUNDRED COLORING BOOKS and attached crayons for … Read more

  The numbers are in!  Join us in celebrating 10,623,776 shoebox gifts packed in 2018!  This represents 10,623,776 children and 10,623,776 Gospel Opportunities that YOU helped to make possible…WOW.   Suggested Gifts: Shirts Underwear Shoes Hats Mittens Tote Bags Purses Bead Jewelry Pants Socks Flip-Flops Scarves Sunglasses Wrist Watches Bead Kits Friendship Bracelets (woven with … Read more

  Operation Christmas Child, a Samaritan’s Purse project, was created in 1990 by Dave Cooke and his wife, Gil, for children in Romania.  Each November thousands of churches, schools, groups, and individual donors prepare and collect shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies, personal items, and other small gifts.  A booklet of Bible stories is often … Read more

We are getting very close to packing shoeboxes and sending them on their way.  Our shoebox packing party will be on  Monday, November 5th from 5:00 p.m. until we finish.  Last year we were finished in under three hours because so many of you helped.  National collection week is November 12th-16th.  If you have never … Read more

  We are overcome with gratitude and humility at the outpouring of love from you, Central Baptist Church!  This past month you filled tub after tub with gifts that overflowed from the generosity of your hearts.  You made and brought SO MANY JUMPROPES!!!  Thank you!  God has stirred our hearts for these precious children.  We … Read more