Have you noticed that when you give, you begin feeling more thankful for what you already possess? It is as if, once you concentrate less on what you lack and more on what you can share, everything seems like a blessing. Luke 6:38 discusses how giving results in blessings being poured out, and it is accurate—not just in material things, but in the way you begin to appreciate life. To be hon

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

Luke 6:38

Service Opportunity #1 JOIN US AS A VOLUNTEER! Make a difference in your community today!

Operation Love- Our mission is to assist as many hurting individuals as possible by demonstrating the love and compassion of Jesus Christ. We engage with the community through humanitarian efforts and community involvement.

• Senior Care Christmas Outreach SORTING/PACKING/
• Date: Sunday, December 8th,
• Time: 5:00pm- 6:00pm
•  Location: 4605 North Armenia Avenue
• Duration: 1hr.
• Contact: Monica Tucker @hope14me@yahoo.com
• What to Expect: Help inspect perishable and non-perishable foods for quality and expiration dates. Once good items are identified, assist in packing them for distribution on Christmas Day. We also need volunteers for gift wrapping and preparing greeting cards to spread joy this holiday season!
• What to bring: We are asking for candy donations to comWe are requesting candy donations to complete our Christmas gifts for seniors.plete our Christmas gifts for Senior.

Kindness isn’t simply a random act, but a deliberate choice to extend grace and mercy to others. It’s a tangible expression of God’s love that can bring about positive change in ourselves and those around us.

Service Opportunity #2 JOIN US AS A VOLUNTEER! Make a difference in your community today!

Help us pack and distribute food and personal care items for Operation Love Christmas Outreach, bringing joy and support to those experiencing homelessness. Your participation can change lives!

• Sorting/Packing/Distributing
• Date: Sunday, December 22nd
• TIME: 5:00 -6:00 PM 
• WHAT TO EXPECT: Help inspect perishable and/or non-perishable foods. Check personal care items for their end date and quality. Then package those good foods and personal care items into bags/boxes. These will be distributed on Christmas Day.
• Distributing: Help us load personal care packs. Carefully give bags of groceries to those without homes in the downtown area of Tampa Bay. Please note this is a very physical and labor-intensive activity. December 25th @ 10am
• BEFORE YOU ARRIVE: ALL volunteers MUST wear closed-toe shoes (i.e., sneakers) for warehouse safety. Volunteers wearing open-toe shoes will not be allowed to volunteer. Recommended attire includes shirts with sleeves (no tank-tops), and jeans or shorts of appropriate length. There is NO minimum age to participate in this activity. However, please note this activity would be best suited for children 5+.

Give With Joy!

Giving plays a very important role in Christianity, but we often forget it’s more than just an obligation. The Bible instructs us to give with joy. Why? Because when we give with the right mindset, it doesn’t just benefit others—it changes us too. Here are 14 reasons why Christians should give with joy, with some everyday examples and biblical insights to remind us of the beauty in generosity.

In-kind donations of food and personal care Items are a great way to get everyone involved and support Operation Love. Give to those who have little

We’re looking for:  

• Cash donations/Gift cards 
• Canvas tote bags 
• Disposable utensils 
• Unexpired canned goods/ 
• Fresh vegetables 
• Sugar 
• Coffee 
• Peanut butter 
• Pasta/Rice/Beans 
• Incontinence Pads 
• and any non-perishable food items. 

Senior Gift Bags

• Shampoo & Conditioner 8-16ounces
• Brushes and Combs
• Body lotions 8-16ounces
• Knee highs (nude and black please).
  Gift cards
• Women and men slippers
• Coffee, tea, hot chocolate
• Cologne, body sprays
• Razors, pens, pencils
• Tissues
• Sewing Kits
• Journals/Pens
• Wash Clothes

Homeless Personal Care Packs

• Shampoo & Conditioner- travel sizes
• Brushes and Combs
• Body lotions- travel sizes
• Non-perishable food items
• Toothpaste, tooth brush, mouth wash, dental floss- travel sizes
• Deodorant, soap, body wash
• Mints, candy, gum
• Blankets/socks and razors
• Hand sanitizer, wet wipes, wash clothes
• Pocket size New testament Bibles

Single Families

• Gently used or new children clothes
• Gently used or new toys
• Gently used or new Children books
• Pocket size New Testament Bibles
• Non-perishable food items ( Items to prepare food basket)
• Gift cards- Walmart, Target, Public, Gas Card
• Laundry and cleaning supplies
• Large sizes of personal care items (Body wash,soap,deodorant,mouth wash,
• Tissues
• Gently used or men and women clothes
• Journals and Pens

Women Personal Care

• Journals/pens
• Shampoo/Conditioner
• Body wash
• Deodorant
• Brush/Comb
• Nail kit
• Lotions
• Toothbrush/Toothpaste
• Mouthwash
• Perfume samples
• Hand Sanitizer
• Kleenex
• Women Slipper Socks
• Chapstick
• Sanitary Pads