OCC On Mission

We have poured ourselves into Operation Christmas Child at Oso Creek for almost as long as we've been in existence. It's not just a 'good cause' but it's a way for us to continue to learn to live On Mission! Here's how:

1) It' s a great way to involve friends and neighbors who are far from God in what the real heart of Christmas is. For the last several years we have been taking fliers to everyone on our street and asking them to help. One year we collected nearly 20 gifts from folks in our neighborhood. And with each one of those families we got to share why God would have us do this, AND invite them to celebrate with us on our gift collection day (this year November 22nd).

2) It's a great way for our family to learn to be on mission together. Our kids have purchased the items for their own boxes (click here to find out more about filling boxes) for several years. They learn to sacrifice in that way. They also get to right notes and pray over those children who will receive them.

3) We get to participate in sharing the good news of Jesus around the world in dark places. With every box goes the gospel and a connection with a local church in that area.

4) We get a little slice of what Christmas is about. It's not a celebration of your birthday. It's not mine. It's about Jesus. What honors Him is when we give ourselves away.