The president and CEO of Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association also highlighted this season’s goal for Operation Christmas Child, which will send more than 13 million of its gift-filled shoeboxes to children in over 130 countries. God gave His Son, Jesus Christ, and we want the children of the world to understand the importance of receiving a gift, and for the children who pack them, the importance of learning how to give." As the Christmas tree lights reflected off the crowds gathered in midtown Manhattan, Graham’s message tied the ceremony back to the reason millions of families participate in the annual shoebox drive.
Published at: 2025-11-22 22:37:24
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