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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Thoughtful Thursday - Operation Christmas Child and The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Treader

I think by now most of you know that a few of us just love C.S. Lewis' The Chronicles of Narnia and that we are anxiously awaiting the December 10th release of the latest movie in the series, "The Voyage of the Dawn Treader."

The wonderful people behind the movie are also trying to put focus on a great cause. Here's the press release:

Operation Christmas Child is partnering with the upcoming film, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, set for release on Dec. 10. Through this partnership, Narnia fans will be encouraged to participate in the world's largest Christmas project by packing shoe box gifts that will make a difference in the lives of needy children.

In Narnia, it was always winter and never Christmas until Aslan arrived with hope. In the same way, simple shoe box gifts filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items can bring hope to children around the world by reminding them they are loved and not forgotten.

“We’re very excited to participate in the upcoming release of the movie, The Voyage of the Dawn Treader,” said Franklin Graham, President of Samaritan’s Purse. “We want children around the world to know the true meaning of Christmas—the birth of Jesus Christ—and the joy and hope that this brings.”

Operation Christmas Child is sponsored by Samaritan's Purse . For the last 40 years, Samaritan's Purse has worked to provide emergency relief, community development and vocational programs "to help impact the lives of vulnerable children through education, feeding, clothing and shelter" programs.

With all school supplies going on sale, we ask that you to think about joining us in packing a Christmas Box. Here's the link to the instructions on how to pack a box. There are even pre-made labels and suggestions on what to pack inside. They've also provided a way for you to check where the nearest Drop Off Location is in your area.

Enjoy the video below. Georgie Henley does a fantastic job explaining the goal:

7 comments:

  1. I totally LOVE this cause!! Thank you for posting about it.

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  2. Jeez ladies this post just make sheed a tear not fair!! (too emotional today) totally making a couple of boxes
    RoseCBR

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  3. MMs - You know my passion for All Things Narnia. LOL. I love that the movie has linked itself up with a cause that benefits children.

    RoseCBR - It's so easy to do. They want school supplies, little toys and treats. Really simple stuff. Each one of my kids is going to make a shoe box. And you know, not much fits into a shoe box but the kids faces in that video?? It just puts things in perspective. Especially during that magical, meaningful time of year.

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  4. What an awesome idea!! I'm totally doing this. =)

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  5. Thanks cynthial11!!! I was so hoping that our MMs will get the word out. And there are so many pick up locations!!

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  6. I've seen this a few times & will do it too! Thank goodness I've kept the shoe boxes stock piled!

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  7. I know, Annie, I always have a few spare shoe boxes around. I've seen it highlighted on TV and it's really something the kids can get involved in. The Samaritan's Purse org has made it so easy to pack/drop off. I love that.

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