Ep. 117 — Seeing & Meeting Needs Through Service with Gracie O’Loughlin (Operation Christmas Child

In this inspiring episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, American Heritage Girls Founder & Executive Director Patti Garibay is joined by Gracie O’Loughlin, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Promotions at Operation Christmas Child (OCC), a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. As we celebrate AHG’s National Day of Service, Gracie shares her insights on how serving others, both locally and globally, can deeply impact girls' lives.  

Gracie discusses the mission and vision of OCC and how their efforts encourage girls to look beyond their own needs and serve children across the globe. She elaborates on different forms of charity—hands-on, witnessed, vicarious, and abstract—and their significance in developing life skills such as observation, listening, and questioning. Through personal stories and practical examples, Gracie illustrates how simple acts of packing a shoebox can create profound differences in the lives of children around the world.  

Listen in to discover how incorporating service into your family’s routine can foster a love for giving and deepen your daughter’s faith. Gracie also provides guidance on how parents can use OCC’s mission to teach their daughters about service and compassion. 

Tune in to this episode to be inspired and equipped to instill a spirit of service in your family. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to make a meaningful impact through service! 

To learn more about how Operation Christmas Child and American Heritage Girls work together to bring the joy of the gospel worldwide, visit samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/american-heritage-girls-operation-christmas-child 

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