Sisters in California who are 88 years old are dedicated to packing Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.
Twin sisters Leabele McLeod and Laralea McLaughlin grew up in a poor family that struggled to make ends meet. They were so thankful any time a friend or neighbor offered them food or other essentials.

THE SISTERS GATHER GIFT ITEMS YEAR-ROUND FOR THEIR SHOEBOXES.
Now, at age 88, Leabele and Laralea are giving back to children growing up in difficult situations. The sisters have been packing gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes for 10 years, sending the hope of the Gospel all over the world.
They live in Chico, California, and shop year-round for gift items to pack in their boxes. They consider serving God in this way as a tremendous blessing.
Watch the video at the top of the article for their inspiring story!
National Collection Week is only a few weeks away! You’ve still got time to pack your Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes and bless children in need. Learn more about how to pack a shoebox or how to build one online.
