Operation Christmas Child: Time to Reconsider
Former missionary David Painter, now pastoring a Sydney church, questions whether Operation Christmas Child is a worthwhile overseas mission effort.
As a former missionary, David Painter wrote:
“I wrote this several years ago while still a missionary, but was not in the position to share it then…"
He shares his thoughts as the mission-minded approach the Season, considering the value of Operation Christmas Child.
A Khmer student posted on Facebook:
“Today is the beginning of my birthday month, so please start sending your presents.”This highlights the joy of receiving gifts, and the appeal of giving them, as seen in Samaritan Purse’s Operation Christmas Child.
Author's summary: Reconsidering Operation Christmas Child's value.