Operation Christmas Child

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations.” - Matthew 28:19

Bayou Church has been participating in Operation Christmas Child for many years to spread the good news of Jesus Christ by packing shoeboxes.

Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, has delivered millions of gift-filled shoeboxes to boys and girls in over 100 countries.

Every shoebox is a powerful tool for evangelism and discipleship- transforming the lives of children and their families.

Many children have never received a gift in their lifetime. We pray that these gifts will share the love of Bayou Church and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!

Collection Sunday

November 19, 2023

You may bring your filled boxes to church any Sunday, but the last day we will collect boxes is November 19.

Four Ways to Pack a Shoebox:

1. Pack your own shoebox

2. Adopt a shoebox

  • See our samples of packed shoeboxes ready to go!

  • Cost: $25 includes $10 shipping charge

  • See Patsy Thomas or Terri Mayne

 3. Starter shoebox

  • 5-6 items to get your shoebox off to a good start!

  • Cost: FREE

  • See Patsy Thomas or Terri Mayne

4. Build a shoebox online through Operation Christmas Child