I love to see the other end of the shoebox journey! Thank you for posting all these informative and inspiring videos! God bless you and your church family ❤
It is such a blessing to share these videos. It has been a few years since we have done OCC, but our kids at church still remember the shoeboxes and the discipleship lessons after.
Loved this, Kayla. From someone who has packed hundreds of shoeboxes in 15+ years, but only received 2 responses from recipients, I love that you, as a missionary, take the time to take photos and write responses for the children who have received letters in their boxes. Appreciation is not why we do this, but, as with any gift, it fills one’s heart knowing the love behind the gift was received and felt. Thank you for doing what you do 💖
Yes, I know that just the giving fills their heart, but it is always nice to be able to thank them personally and give them a look at where their box went.
Thank you so much sharing all these testimonies and making those kido feel so bless whatever they were praying for. May God continue keep blessing your ministry.
Thank you. This is a huge worldwide project that we are just blessed to take part in. And yes, it is beautiful to see how thankful the kids are for the little blessings.
🥹 thank you for sharing with us the children’s favorite items!! It really helps with what to pack for them and it’s so amazing that it’s the smallest things that most people don’t realize is what the children need the most!! 🥰 TFS and Crafty hugs ❤️🤗!!
You are so welcome! I tried to take a few more close up videos of the kids' boxes at our second party, so I will make sure to show those videos as well... Hopefully they give you all some good ideas.
Oh I'm in tears hearing these testimonies 💕 my husband is a also a pastor and our hearts are ministry. Hearing these precious children share their favorite items and how the Lord met their needs is so encouraging! Seeing the mom attend your Bible Study is so wonderful! Your efforts aren't in vain, Barreto Family! The Lord is using you mightily to further the Gospel and His Kingdom!! Know we are praying for you as you minister 🙏 Thank you so much for taking us along ! Blessings to you all 💕 💞
Thank you so much for your prayers. We are so thankful for those that come alongside us in prayer. Thank you! Each of the things you mentioned are HUGE motivations for praise!!!
Really also thank you for sharing your evangelism ministry experience with us. The testimony about the child who was thankful for underwear is especially heartfelt because as I was preparing the very last box for year 2021 (10-14 girl box bound for Columbia), I heard the Holy Spirit speak in me that the receiver of this last box would really appreciate getting underwear for the first time. Praying the divine hand of our omnipresent Savior continually embrace and bless you and family abundantly.🤗😊✝️
I just got goosebumps reading this testimony of yours. Thank you for listing to the Holy Spirit as he led you to send underwear. I am sure that God will use exactly what you sent to bless each child.
Isn't it just amazing what the favorite items are for these kids. When I received a Thank You the girl's favorite item was a cute pen. You put a lot of work into these events, we have the easy part. Just a wonderful event of sharing the Gospel around the world. Thank You so much.
I’m crying too especially on the underwear, deodorant and cal! It’s amazing on such small items. I’m currently 33 and about 8/9 years ago I received a st Thomas prayer bear and it means so much as I was living in a women’s refuge and struggling with the abuse my parents have put me through. I attend st Thomas church now on a regularly and probably getting confirmation some point in the near future.
Thank you Kayla! Watching video with tears in my eyes. Have watched it over and over again. How wonderful to see the children with their shoeboxes. I could “feel” their smiles too! A big thank you to you and Andres!
So precious about how the kids recognized that it’s really God sending them these things (through the churches that participate!) When it comes time for our church to do OCC again I plan to share your videos with our church folk!! 😀💕💕
Yes, it was such a blessing that the heart of these gifts (God's love) came across clearly to the kids. Hope they encourage your church as you plan and pack this year.
Thank you for sharing the evangelism party. I am glad that God met the needs of the children. These boxes mean so much to the children more than we realize. We take many of these simple items for granted. My parents remind me how lucky I am and to remember those who don’t have anything bc that could be me tomorrow. I am lucky to have hardworking parents who have given me the opportunity to live a comfortable life they were not fortunate to have. Knowing how much these gifts mean to the children it makes me want to pack as many shoeboxes as I can or support others in their packing journey. I cannot wait for next years evangelism party. We are making a change in our world one shoebox at a time.
Love your story and your perspective. Also, we are having a second party this Sunday to hand out the left over boxes... so you won't have to wait until next year to see more. 😉🤗
Oh I love this! I'm so happy to hear calculators and underwear are needed. Thanks you for sharing. Bless these children. And I appreciate you gave them privacy for this video.
Thank you for understanding about the privacy. We try to find a good balance because this is our everyday ministry. We want you all to see the joy and the blessing, but we never want to put kids or families in an uncomfortable position.
Kayla, Thanks so much for sharing the helpful prep and party videos! It is so nice to see what items the children need/like the most! This helps so much determining what to send in the future! The tears started flowing when I saw the underwear, deodorant/comb and calculator testimonials! Thanks again for sharing!💜💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Yes, it is always a blessing to hear real stories from the kids that receive the boxes and just how God uses each item. So glad we could share this experience with you all.
It surprised us too, but we always try to ask the kids what their favorite items are and why. Many of their responses surprise us, and also show us how God knows exactly what that child needed.
You are so welcome! The stories that come every time we do an event like this are so meaningful. So glad we could give you all a glimpse of what party day is like.
I am so glad you enjoyed it. Yes, it is always interesting to share those testimonies. I am always surprised at what stands out to the kids as their favorite item.
GOD IS SO GOOD! Thank you for sharing the process and party. Loved all the wonderful testimonies!! ❤️ Yes, it makes you want to pack even more. Trying to also include deodorant because I saw your video with Robin. May God continue to bless the work of your hands and hearts!
Please do steal the game! The kids and teens LOVE it... Plus, I like that nobody "gets out" so everyone stays active... Other games that are elimination based can be fun, but you often lose engagement because kids sit on the sideline too long. Also, I will try to get a few "unboxings" in our next party video! Great idea!!!
Thanks so so much for this video ! As I pack, I always envision all the steps that these precious little boxes go through. This video brings it all to life.
Hearing those kids' stories touched my heart. Most of us think those things they received are so simple, we take them for granted, but for them, those gifts had a huge impact, opening their eyes to the goodness of God. God bless your ministry more. You're doing a big thing for His Kingdom 👑
I love you respected their privacy I can still see them smiling I loved hearing about the underwear I pack that in mine and always felt it was kind of weird
Thanks for understanding about the privacy... Maybe in 10 years when these kids are all grown up we can post the same videos but unfiltered. For now though, I think it is definitely important to be more cautious. Also, I have always been hesitant about the underwear too, but this little boy made me realize that it can be just as much of a blessing as anything else in the box.
Hi Kayla, Thank-you for sharing this party. I loved the testimony stories. I recently purchased a 6 pack of boys underwear - 3 boxer briefs and 3 pairs of matching socks. My intention was to send it complete. Yesterday, I found soap for men on clearance - a great alternative to my "no deodorant". I guess I now have the start of another Mr. 10 -14's box🧦🩲🧼🎁.
Looks like you definitely found some good items for another box. I am sure God has just the boy picked out to receive it! Thank you for joining us on this adventure.
Praise God. He knows❤
Amen
I love to see the other end of the shoebox journey! Thank you for posting all these informative and inspiring videos! God bless you and your church family ❤
It is such a blessing to share these videos. It has been a few years since we have done OCC, but our kids at church still remember the shoeboxes and the discipleship lessons after.
Thank you for sharing this. I cried a bit. 🥲
You are so welcome... we cried a bit too. 🙂
I wish we could pack the whole world into these boxes!! I pray to choose the right things all the time!!! Thank you for sharing.
I understand your heart. It is such a blessing to be able to give, and such a blessing to see the joy when the kids receive these precious gifts.
Loved this, Kayla. From someone who has packed hundreds of shoeboxes in 15+ years, but only received 2 responses from recipients, I love that you, as a missionary, take the time to take photos and write responses for the children who have received letters in their boxes. Appreciation is not why we do this, but, as with any gift, it fills one’s heart knowing the love behind the gift was received and felt. Thank you for doing what you do 💖
Yes, I know that just the giving fills their heart, but it is always nice to be able to thank them personally and give them a look at where their box went.
"Everyone threw rock." 🤣
Thank you for sharing those stories. Not too many people think that the more "menial" items could bring so much joy.
Right?! I think it is important to realize that God can use any and every item to make an impact.
Thank you so much sharing all these testimonies and making those kido feel so bless whatever they were praying for. May God continue keep blessing your ministry.
It is always a blessing to be able to share these testimonies.
Wow
God bless you for this initiative
The most important things are really the little things that we ignore
Thank you. This is a huge worldwide project that we are just blessed to take part in. And yes, it is beautiful to see how thankful the kids are for the little blessings.
🥹 thank you for sharing with us the children’s favorite items!! It really helps with what to pack for them and it’s so amazing that it’s the smallest things that most people don’t realize is what the children need the most!! 🥰 TFS and Crafty hugs ❤️🤗!!
You are so welcome! I tried to take a few more close up videos of the kids' boxes at our second party, so I will make sure to show those videos as well... Hopefully they give you all some good ideas.
Love this! 25 boxes this year. Trying to focus on the older children. I considered deodorant but never purchased. Now I will :)
Wow! Those 25 boxes will be a huge blessing. Thanks for giving and helping these kids to hear the Gospel.
Oh I'm in tears hearing these testimonies 💕 my husband is a also a pastor and our hearts are ministry.
Hearing these precious children share their favorite items and how the Lord met their needs is so encouraging! Seeing the mom attend your Bible Study is so wonderful! Your efforts aren't in vain, Barreto Family! The Lord is using you mightily to further the Gospel and His Kingdom!! Know we are praying for you as you minister 🙏 Thank you so much for taking us along ! Blessings to you all 💕 💞
Thank you so much for your prayers. We are so thankful for those that come alongside us in prayer. Thank you! Each of the things you mentioned are HUGE motivations for praise!!!
@@BarretoFamily 💖🥰
Really also thank you for sharing your evangelism ministry experience with us. The testimony about the child who was thankful for underwear is especially heartfelt because as I was preparing the very last box for year 2021 (10-14 girl box bound for Columbia), I heard the Holy Spirit speak in me that the receiver of this last box would really appreciate getting underwear for the first time. Praying the divine hand of our omnipresent Savior continually embrace and bless you and family abundantly.🤗😊✝️
I just got goosebumps reading this testimony of yours. Thank you for listing to the Holy Spirit as he led you to send underwear. I am sure that God will use exactly what you sent to bless each child.
Isn't it just amazing what the favorite items are for these kids. When I received a Thank You the girl's favorite item was a cute pen. You put a lot of work into these events, we have the easy part. Just a wonderful event of sharing the Gospel around the world. Thank You so much.
Awe, lovely to hear your testimony of the favorite pen. It is definitely a lot of work, but it is also a huge blessing!
I'm glad there is gospel time that is very important in the fellowship. Bless you sister
Yes, it is the most important part and the reason we host this event.
I loved watching this video and your passion for Christ. Reminded me of the times when I used to use visual aids to tell Christian stories.
Visual aids certainly help with telling Bible stories. It certainly helps keep the kids engaged. :)
I’m crying too especially on the underwear, deodorant and cal! It’s amazing on such small items. I’m currently 33 and about 8/9 years ago I received a st Thomas prayer bear and it means so much as I was living in a women’s refuge and struggling with the abuse my parents have put me through. I attend st Thomas church now on a regularly and probably getting confirmation some point in the near future.
Thank you so much for sharing your testimony. I am so glad that you were able to find comfort and healing.
I remember we always had those boxes at a job I worked in highschool! I loved the meaning behind it all. So amazing!
What a cool connection. They are such a blessing to ministries and kids around the world.
this is amazing - sharing your blessings. for sure you put a smile on their adorable faces.🥰
These blessings came to us from donations from others. We are just thankful that God provided them for use in ministry here in Colombia.
Thank you Kayla! Watching video with tears in my eyes. Have watched it over and over again. How wonderful to see the children with their shoeboxes. I could “feel” their smiles too! A big thank you to you and Andres!
Thank you so much for your kindness and encouragement!
So precious about how the kids recognized that it’s really God sending them these things (through the churches that participate!)
When it comes time for our church to do OCC again I plan to share your videos with our church folk!! 😀💕💕
Yes, it was such a blessing that the heart of these gifts (God's love) came across clearly to the kids.
Hope they encourage your church as you plan and pack this year.
The games looks so fun and the kids seemed to have enjoyed them. Thank you for sharing their testimonies.
They are! It is also a great way to use up some of their energy so that they are more focused and calm during the story time.
This is amazing. The things some of us take for granted means so much to to another. Bless you all.
It is so true! It gives us all a little bit of perspective.
Thank you for sharing the evangelism party. I am glad that God met the needs of the children. These boxes mean so much to the children more than we realize. We take many of these simple items for granted. My parents remind me how lucky I am and to remember those who don’t have anything bc that could be me tomorrow. I am lucky to have hardworking parents who have given me the opportunity to live a comfortable life they were not fortunate to have. Knowing how much these gifts mean to the children it makes me want to pack as many shoeboxes as I can or support others in their packing journey. I cannot wait for next years evangelism party. We are making a change in our world one shoebox at a time.
Love your story and your perspective. Also, we are having a second party this Sunday to hand out the left over boxes... so you won't have to wait until next year to see more. 😉🤗
This is amazing!!! Your whole team is a blessing!
They certainly are! We could not do this without them.
Oh I love this! I'm so happy to hear calculators and underwear are needed. Thanks you for sharing. Bless these children. And I appreciate you gave them privacy for this video.
Thank you for understanding about the privacy. We try to find a good balance because this is our everyday ministry. We want you all to see the joy and the blessing, but we never want to put kids or families in an uncomfortable position.
Kayla, Thanks so much for sharing the helpful prep and party videos! It is so nice to see what items the children need/like the most! This helps so much determining what to send in the future! The tears started flowing when I saw the underwear, deodorant/comb and calculator testimonials! Thanks again for sharing!💜💜💜🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Yes, it is always a blessing to hear real stories from the kids that receive the boxes and just how God uses each item. So glad we could share this experience with you all.
Thank you for this. I would never had thought underwear, deodorant and a calculator would mean so much.
It surprised us too, but we always try to ask the kids what their favorite items are and why. Many of their responses surprise us, and also show us how God knows exactly what that child needed.
Ok, I am now crying....oh the testimonies! Thank you for sharing! Now I am going to watch it again!
You are so welcome! The stories that come every time we do an event like this are so meaningful. So glad we could give you all a glimpse of what party day is like.
@@BarretoFamily It inspires me to pack even more! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
thank you! 💖💖💖
You're welcome 😊
Amen. Thanks for sharing these testimonies. I did cry when the boys favorite gift was the underwear because he had none.
Yes, our team got teary eyed on multiple occasions too as we watched GOd work and move in hearts through specific items in each of the boxes.
@@BarretoFamily 🥰
Amen!
Amen
Wow that's awesome! I love the testimonies of the answered prayer. Let God be glorified in these young people's lives!
Amen, to God be the glory.
I just love getting to see how the boxes are given out and the kids reaction!!
And surprising to hear what some of their favorites are!!
I am so glad you enjoyed it. Yes, it is always interesting to share those testimonies. I am always surprised at what stands out to the kids as their favorite item.
GOD IS SO GOOD!
Thank you for sharing the process and party. Loved all the wonderful testimonies!! ❤️
Yes, it makes you want to pack even more. Trying to also include deodorant because I saw your video with Robin. May God continue to bless the work of your hands and hearts!
So glad that these videos have been a blessing!
Thank you so much for sharing. The underwear story-that got me right here❤️🥰.
You are so welcome! Yes, the testimonies always make an impact.
I am going to steal your game for our dvbs! Really enjoyed this video. Wish I could see some unboxings!!!❤😂🎉
Please do steal the game! The kids and teens LOVE it... Plus, I like that nobody "gets out" so everyone stays active... Other games that are elimination based can be fun, but you often lose engagement because kids sit on the sideline too long.
Also, I will try to get a few "unboxings" in our next party video! Great idea!!!
Thanks so so much for this video ! As I pack, I always envision all the steps that these precious little boxes go through. This video brings it all to life.
Glad it was insightful! That was our hope... that you all would see the love, prayer and work that goes into handing these boxes out.
Hearing those kids' stories touched my heart. Most of us think those things they received are so simple, we take them for granted, but for them, those gifts had a huge impact, opening their eyes to the goodness of God. God bless your ministry more. You're doing a big thing for His Kingdom 👑
Yes, it is so beautiful to see how God can use even the little things to make an impact.
I love you respected their privacy I can still see them smiling I loved hearing about the underwear I pack that in mine and always felt it was kind of weird
Thanks for understanding about the privacy... Maybe in 10 years when these kids are all grown up we can post the same videos but unfiltered. For now though, I think it is definitely important to be more cautious. Also, I have always been hesitant about the underwear too, but this little boy made me realize that it can be just as much of a blessing as anything else in the box.
My husband laughed when the boy said thst underwear was his favorite because my husband never liked getting socks and underwear from his grandma
Haha... I am with your husband on that one... It wouldn't be my favorite gift, but God certainly knew that he needed to get some underwear in his box.
Hi Kayla, Thank-you for sharing this party. I loved the testimony stories. I recently purchased a 6 pack of boys underwear - 3 boxer briefs and 3 pairs of matching socks. My intention was to send it complete. Yesterday, I found soap for men on clearance - a great alternative to my "no deodorant". I guess I now have the start of another Mr. 10 -14's box🧦🩲🧼🎁.
Looks like you definitely found some good items for another box. I am sure God has just the boy picked out to receive it! Thank you for joining us on this adventure.