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Operation Christmas Child

 

Yes, it is that time of the year again.  It goes by faster and faster every year! This year I have some ideas of items you can make to go into shoeboxes if you would like to try and make some items.  I have listed some items below that I have patterns for.  Also, feel free to look on Pinterest and search for OCC DIY gift ideas.  Patterns are available below - just click on the link you are interested in!

 

DIY Craft Ideas for Operation Christmas Child:

· Crochet child beanie hat

· Assemble homemade fishing kits

· Repurpose T-shirt's into jump ropes

· No sew fleece scarf

· Tic Tac Toe game

· Sewing kit tutorial

· Sewing kit organizer tutorial

· Travel sewing kit

· List of supplies for sewing kit

 

 

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

SHOEBOX COLLECTION WEEK

NOVEMBER 18th - 25th

We are looking for volunteers to help take in boxes during the collection week.  Following are the collection hours we will be open (you don’t have to work all day, just an hour or two will be greatly appreciated). If you can help, please sign up below or call the Church office at 913-294-2400 or email at tracey@paolalighthouse.com.

Collection Week - Inside Signup

 

On Monday, November 25th from 9:00am-3:00pm, we will be loading the trucks located in our parking lot with heavy boxes.  If you can help with the heavy lifting, please sign up below or call the Church office at 913-294-2400 or email at tracey@paolalighthouse.com.

Collection Week - Outside Loading Trucks Signup