First Baptist Church in Edna is busy with Operation Christmas Child, packing thousands of red and green shoeboxes full of toys, school supplies, and personal care items for children in need worldwide. Led by Jan McClanahan and her team of 28 volunteers, this effort continues year-round, with monthly donation themes. Since McClanahan took over as project manager in ’17, the number of boxes has soared from 130 to 858 annually. Last year, they processed over 11,500 boxes from seven counties, filling more than two semi-trailers, thanks to the dedication of church members, youth, and volunteers.