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Packing parties are fun group events to fill shoeboxes  \nworld as part of Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse.  \nwith a variety of items for children around the Operation Christmas Child partners with churches  \nand other ministries in more than 100 countries each year to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with millions of children and invite them to follow-up discipleship.  \nThis guide is an aid for planning Operation Christmas Child packing parties for small and mid-size groups packing 1,000 shoeboxes or fewer at each event. For groups assembling more than 1,000 shoebox gifts at a packing party, Operation Christmas Child representatives can give individualized guidance. Email [occinfo@samaritan.org](occinfo@samaritan.org) to start the conversation.  \nCORE ELEMENTS FOR A PACKING PARTY  \nCreate quality shoebox gifts  \nQuality shoebox gifts also can be cost-effective. Collect new, durable items to be treasured. Some items are meant for short-term use, such as pencils, but other gifts can last a lifetime, like a stuffed animal. Every shoebox gift should include a quality “wow” item, such as a soccer ball and pump, that brings instant delight. Make sure there are a variety of items to choose from so each shoebox is unique and packed from the heart for a child to feel special and loved.  \nServe together as a church or group  \nPacking parties can create opportunities for members of a church, group, or community to work toward a common mission. All ages can contribute, such as collecting and organizing items or leading prayer times. Wide-ranging involvement can create momentum for future packing parties and community outreach events.  \nShare the Gospel through community outreach  \nShoebox gifts provide opportunities to share the Gospel on both sides of the gift. Invite people outside of your church or group to participate and tell them about the Good News of Jesus Christ in a fun setting. Share that children receive a gift to illustrate God’s gift of Jesus Christ. Explain that the Gospel is presented at outreach events and give a simple Gospel presentation. Invite someone from your church or group to give the presentation or show a short video. Offer an avenue for responses.  \nInclude moments dedicated to individual or group prayer. These times can include sharing testimonials from past shoebox recipients about the spiritual impact on their lives.  \n• Examples of spiritual impact stories available as project leader resources  \n• Examples of Operation Christmas Child videos [at](at video.samaritanspurse.org)[ ](at video.samaritanspurse.org)[video.samaritanspurse.org](at video.samaritanspurse.org)  \nCHARACTERISTICS OF QUALITY SHOEBOX GIFTS  \nFun—Include a quality “wow” item that will last and other fun items, such as toys.  \nFull—Add school supplies and personal care items to fill in empty spaces so the shoebox is filled to the brim. A full gift delights the child and makes maximum use of the available space in the box.  \nPersonalized—Make sure every shoebox gift is unique by encouraging people to pray as they fill each shoebox for the child who will receive this gift and ask the Lord for guidance on what to pack. Selecting gift items for a shoebox can be like “shopping”with a specific child in mind. Emphasize that including a custom letter for that child as well as a personal photo often makes a lasting impression. You could encourage participants to bring photos to the packing party, or consider setting up a photo area.  \nPacking Party Planning Guide  \nSTEPS IN PLANNING A PACKING PARTY  \nPacking party planning includes:  \n• Praying throughout the process  \n• Setting a goal and budgeting  \n• Collecting items and donations  \n• Preparing for the party and gaining volunteer support  \n• Promoting the event  \n• Hosting the event  \nPraying throughout the process  \nInvite God into every step of the packing party process. He cares about every detail. 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