🎁 Operation Christmas Child | Special Guest Manar Almasry & Shoebox Dedication

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🎁 A Simple Shoebox. A Life Changed. A Story of Hope.

Have you ever wondered what happens after an Operation Christmas Child shoebox reaches the hands of a child?

On Sunday, November 15 , Thrive Church is excited to welcome Manar Almasry, National Spokesperson for Operation Christmas Child , for a special worship service you won't want to miss!

📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM | During Worship

📍 Thrive Church | Highland, Michigan

As a young boy, Manar received an Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. What began as a simple gift became part of a much greater story, impacting his Christian faith and inspiring a life of serving the Lord.

Now, as a National Spokesperson for Operation Christmas Child, Manar travels to share his personal testimony and encourage others to see how God can use even the smallest acts of generosity to make an eternal difference.

❤️ A Special Shoebox Dedication

During the service, Manar will also lead our congregation in a special time of prayer and dedication for the shoebox gifts packed at Thrive Church's Annual Shoebox Packing Party on November 8.

Following worship, everyone is invited to enjoy a special time of fellowship with Manar.

🌎 Everyone Is Welcome!

Whether you've packed shoeboxes for years, are new to Operation Christmas Child, or simply want to hear an encouraging story of God's faithfulness, we warmly invite you to join us.

Come discover how one shoebox can help share the love of Jesus and change a life forever! 🎄❤️

About Thrive Church: Do you want to Live Beyond Ordinary? We believe that happens when you connect with God, grow in faith, and serve to make a difference in the church and world around you. No matter where you are in your life, we want you to grow with us and live beyond ordinary.

Thrive is part of the Global Methodist Church and believes the Bible is the inspired Word of God. Our sermons are rooted in scripture and also connect to everyday life. We are a church family active in mission and community outreach in the community and across the world. We're also home to the American Heritage Girls Troop MI3303 and Trail Life Boys Troop MI1199. Questions?