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Box of Joy
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This fall St. Andrew invites the entire parish
to participatein Box of Joy!-
Every Child Deserves a Christmas GiftBox of Joy ® gifts are Christmas gifts sent to children in developing countries like Haiti, Malawi, and the Dominican Republic.Filled with toys, clothing, school supplies, a rosary and The Story of Jesus, these gifts represent Christ’s love.Your donation will demonstrate Christ’s compassion to a child who may have never before received a Christmas gift.
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Here’s what you do!
- In early October, after any Mass, pick up a box in the Gathering Space.
- Boxes will be distributed the first weekend in October and all month until they are gone. Once gone, any "shoebox" size container will suffice. Add a LABEL to specify who the gifts are for.
- Shop for the gift items. See ideas for dos and don’ts below!
- Place all items into the box. Families can write cards, send pictures, and so on.
Click or see below for some ideas. Be sure to add a LABEL. - Pay the $9.00 processing donation for your box. It can be mailed in with FORM below or paid ONLINE.
- Do you want to help with packing? A sign-up list will be provided as the due date approaches.
- Return your box to the parish by November 2!
Gifts Ideas Donation Form
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Cross Catholic OutreachBox of Joy is a ministry of Cross Catholic Outreach Our mission is to mobilize the global Catholic Church to transform the poor and their communities materially and spiritually for the glory of Jesus Christ. Your gift empowers us to serve the poorest of the poor by channeling life-changing aid through an international network of dioceses, parishes and Catholic missionaries. This cost-effective approach helps break the cycle of poverty and advance Catholic evangelization.
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Questions? Contact Ginny
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Ginny Lennonfamilysaintandrew.orgFamily Catechesis Coordinator
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