This year, Trinity Baptist Church hosted our 1st Annual Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Party, and it was a tremendous success. With the help of more than 125 church members of all ages, we packed 600 shoeboxes—nearly double the number from last year.
What We Packed
Each shoebox was filled with care and love, including:
Toys and stuffed animals
School supplies
Personal care items
Footballs and s
mall gifts for boys and girls
A booklet titled “The Greatest Gift,” which shares the story of Jesus and encourages children to share their faith with others
These shoeboxes will be distributed to children ages 2–14 in more than 100 countries around the world, offering not only gifts but the hope of the gospel.
A Church Family Serving Together
One of the greatest joys of the evening was seeing our congregation come together—children, youth, adults and seniors all serving side by side. The energy in the room reflected Christ’s love in action as we worked toward a shared mission.
Serving as a Drop-Off Center
Trinity Baptist Church is also honored to serve as a regional drop-off location. Local churches and community members bring their shoeboxes to us, and we transport them to a larger collection site in Wake Forest. This year, we expect to collect around 3,000 shoeboxes from our community partners.
Thank You for Your Support
Thank you to everyone who donated items, volunteered, packed a box, or prayed over these gifts. Your generosity helps share God’s love with children across the world. We look forward to continuing this mission together next year.
