Central Baptist Church
Operation Christmas Child Packing Party!

Together, we can deliver great joy and the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Central Baptist Church Sanctuary
4650 Newfound Rd. Mount Olive, AL 35117

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3 Ways To Help!

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Contribute items directly from our curated list of approved gifts and have them shipped directly to Central Baptist Church!

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Build A Box Online

Can't make the party? Pack a virtual shoebox gift through the official OCC website. The boxes built online go directly to our goal!

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Donate To Shipping

The $10 donation covers shipping and Gospel materials given to each child who receives a box!
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The Mission

Samaritan’s Purse sends gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to children in need around the world, together with the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Our Goal This Year!

Our goal this year is to pack and ship 50 boxes! Below is our current progress!

If you'd like to help, check out our "Get Involved" section to best help us meet our goal!

Donations To Send Boxes

24

%

Items To Fill Boxes

10

%

Online Boxes

0

%

What To Expect

Join us for an evening of fun, fellowship, and ministry! We'll have all the packing stations set up, music, and a prayer to kick off the packing. 

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Bring Your Own Items

Bring any items you have collected and add them to our items to back! Below are some Ideas or you can order through our Amazon List and have the items directly delivered to Central Baptist Church!

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SUPPLY LIST

"WOW Items" - One Per Box

- Soccer Balls with Pumps
- Dolls
- Stuffed Animals
- Quality Outfits
- Small Musical Instruments

School Supplies

- Pens
- Pencils
- Sharpeners
- Erasers
- Crayons
- Notebooks
- Solar Calculators

Personal Care Items

- Toothbrushes
- Combs/Brushes
- Washcloths
- Eating Utensils
- Fun adhesive bandages
- Nail Clipper/File

Clothing and Accessories

- Socks
- Hats
- Sunglasses
- Cold Weather Items
- Flashlights
- Bags, Backpacks, or Purses
- Hair Clips
- Simple Jewelry
- Watches

Games and Activities

- Puzzles
- Coloring Books or Pads
- Dry watercolor set
- Binoculars and Compass
- Chalkboard and Chalk
- Jump rope
- Stickers
- Games

Toys

- Small Ball
- Building Blocks or LEGO® Sets
- Slinky® or Yo-Yo
- Plastic Animals
- Magnets
- Finger Puppets
- Interactive Toys
- Other Small Toys and Figures

ITEMS NOT ALLOWED

- Soap
- Food, candy, or gum
- Toothpaste
- Used or damaged items
- Scary or war-related items
- Wearable traditional camouflage
- Seeds or organic matter
- Liquids
- Medication
- Money
- Breakable items
- Matches, fire starters, or aerosols
- Knives, saws, or razor blades

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Need Help?

Contact Us By:
Email Us: contact@cbcgardendale.com
Call Us: 205-631-4231

To ship items to us, please use this mailing address:
4650 Newfound Rd. Mount Olive, AL 35117

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