Children in South Africa were THRILLED to receive their Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts last week.
For many of them, this will have been the first gift they've ever received.
THANK YOU for changing the lives of children around the world, forever. ❤️
If you’ve been following along, you’ve seen just how busy Samaritan’s Purse has been as we respond to various disasters around the world.
Below is a list of our current, large-scale international responses. To learn more or support these efforts, visit https://t.co/QUaNee3Hc1
In a village in South Africa, 1 little girl quietly opened her shoebox gift to reveal a baby doll that looked just like her—even wearing a pink outfit that matched what she had on that day. 💗
A reminder that God's love is personal and His plans are far greater than ours.
True joy is found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Through #OCC, every child who receives a shoebox gift is invited to take part in The Greatest Journey—a 12-week discipleship programme where they discover God’s Word.
Learn more at https://t.co/3zv4thrquH today!
Samaritans Purse had a successful weekend at the Elim Aspire ONE conference, informing over 700 women about Operation Christmas Child and its global impact!
Read more: https://t.co/nakcuTJZ2f
"For the Lord gives wisdom." -Proverbs 2:6 (ESV)
A young boy presents his workbook for the Greatest Journey, an OCC program, that teaches children about the Word of God. 📚
As we begin the week, let's pray for open-ears and open-hearts to the Gospel for our youth! 🕊️
#OCC#TGJ
Last week, joy spread across the mountains and valleys of Ecuador! ⛰️
Thousands of children heard the Good News of Jesus and received a tangible expression of His love. ❤️
Learn how you can be part of Operation Christmas Child at https://t.co/3zv4thrquH today!
⚽ It's FOOTBALL SEASON!!!!
Now is the perfect time to pack one of the most-loved shoebox gift items—a football!
For many children, a football is a "wow" item that can provide hours of fun and create opportunities to build friendships.
#FIFA#WorldCup2026
“Before I started The Greatest Journey, I knew that Jesus is the saviour of the world, but through these lessons I learned to be bold and be courageous to tell others about Jesus,” Chea (centre) said.
This is the impact of The Greatest Journey.
#OCC#TGJ#InJesusName#Amen
Last weekend, dozens of Connect Volunteers gathered at the Samaritan’s Purse National Ministry Centre for Connect Conference 2026!
Everyone left feeling equipped after purposeful fellowship and strategic planning for the OCC season!
Read more: https://t.co/fSjRRyVlnc
After receiving an Operation Christmas Child shoebox and attending The Greatest Journey, Sann* is now faithfully teaching the same 12 Bible lessons that shaped his faith, guiding children to know Jesus and grow in His Word. 📖
*Name changed for security
Thank you to everyone who faithfully prays for Operation Christmas Child and the children, families, and communities it reaches. What starts with a simple gift becomes something so much greater when God is at the centre of it all. ❤️🔥🙏 #OCCUK#Prayer
Great JOY in Paraguay! 💛
This is the impact of a simple shoebox gift paired with the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ. Pack a shoebox gift with us this year! 🎁
National Collection Week: 9 - 16 Nov, 2026 🗓️
Read more: https://t.co/H4DtHt2prr
#OCCUK#SamaritansPurseUK
POV: You open a shoebox gift and find out someone across the world wrote YOU a letter. 💌🥹
In a world of texts and DMs, a handwritten note feels extra special.
When you pack a shoebox gift, don’t forget to include a personal letter—it could become a child’s favorite part! ❤️