Alpharetta Methodist

Operation Christmas Child

Boxes will be available in the resource room, main lobby and at the 2 Vinebranch entrances starting 10/20. And then for 10/27, 11/3 and 11/10. The last day to collect will be 11/10 and the national collection week will be starting 11/18. 

It’s the time of year for us all to start filling shoeboxes for children all over the world. Operation Christmas Child is a way for us to show the love of Jesus in a tangible way. This is more than a box of gifts, it’s also a way for us to be a part of the Gospel of Jesus Christ being shared all over the world. Please consider picking up an empty shoebox or two this Sunday and filling it for a child somewhere across the globe.

A “WOW” ITEM
• Small backpack or purse
• Doll
• Soccer ball and pump
• Stuffed animal
• Jewelry making or hobby kit
• Large toy

PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
• Toothbrush
• Washcloth
• Comb and brush
• Nail clipper and file
• Water bottle
• Flashlight

SCHOOL SUPPLIES
• Pencils, sharpener, and erasers
• Pencil container
• Pens
• Crayons
• Colored pencils
• Markers
• Notebooks
• Index cards
• Calculator
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Glue stick
• Small adhesive tape
• Drawstring bag

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
• Flip-flops or shoes
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Wristwatch
• Costume jewelry
• Hair accessories
• Clothing and undergarments
• Winter cap, scarf, and mittens

GAMES & ACTIVITIES
• Puzzles
• Coloring books or pads
• Dry watercolor set
• Binoculars and compass
• Musical instruments
• Chalkboard and chalk
• Jump rope
• Stickers
• Games

TOYS
• Small ball
• Building blocks or LEGO® sets
• Slinky® or yo-yo
• Plastic animals
• Magnets
• Finger puppets
• Interactive toys
• Other small toys and figures

DO NOT INCLUDE
• Food, candy, or gum
• Toothpaste
• Used or damaged items
• Scary or war-related items
• Wearable traditional camouflage
• Seeds or organic matter
• Liquids
• Medication
• Money
• Breakable items
• Matches, fire starters, or aerosols
• Knives, saws, or razor blades

A “WOW” ITEM
• Small backpack
• Soccer ball and pump
• Stuffed animal
• Hobby kit
• Large toy truck or car
• Other large toy

PERSONAL CARE ITEMS
• Toothbrush
• Washcloth
• Comb and brush
• Nail clipper and file
• Water bottle
• Flashlight

SCHOOL SUPPLIES
• Pencils, sharpener, and erasers
• Pencil container
• Pens
• Crayons
• Colored pencils
• Markers
• Notebooks
• Index cards
• Calculator
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Glue stick
• Small adhesive tape
• Drawstring bag

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
• Flip-flops or shoes
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Wristwatch
• Clothing and undergarments
• Winter cap, scarf, and mittens

GAMES & ACTIVITIES
• Puzzles
• Coloring books or pads
• Dry watercolor set
• Binoculars and compass
• Musical instruments
• Chalkboard and chalk
• Jump rope
• Stickers
• Games

TOYS
• Small ball
• Building blocks or LEGO® sets
• Slinky® or yo-yo
• Toy cars
• Plastic animals
• Magnets
• Interactive toys
• Other small toys and figures

DO NOT INCLUDE
• Food, candy, or gum
• Toothpaste
• Used or damaged items
• Scary or war-related items
• Wearable traditional camouflage
• Seeds or organic matter
• Liquids
• Medication
• Money
• Breakable items
• Matches, fire starters, or aerosols
• Knives, saws, or razor blades