Events

It's Pastor Appreciation Time!
 
Over twelve years of faithful service, countless lives impacted, and so many reasons to be grateful! We are incredibly blessed to have Dr. Tom and Julie Johnson leading and loving our church family.

Beginning this Sunday and continuing through the last Sunday in November, we want to take time to honor them and show them just how much they mean to us!

Here are a few ways you can show your appreciation:
Write a note of encouragement! Stop by the table in the church lobby during Sunday services and leave a note of gratitude. (Sunday at 9A & 11A)

Give toward Pastor Appreciation! You can give online at sanford.manna.church/give and make a note for "Pastor Appreciation"
 
Show some love! Pray for them, invite them to share a meal with you, or simply take a moment to tell them in person how much you appreciate them.

Every year, our kids help us celebrate the Christmas season with a wonderful Christmas Program! If you or your child would like to participate please follow the link below to sign up.

Join us for a pot-luck style luncheon here at Manna Church on November 26 at Noon!

We do ask that you RSVP for this event before November 23, 2026.

Friendly reminder about our annual Christmas outreach, Operation Christmas Child! Remember, all shoeboxes must be turned in between Oct 25 and Nov 15th, in the designated location at Manna Church Sanford.
The designated National Collection Week this year is November 16–23. Leading up to this week, our church will participate in a powerful effort to collect gift-filled shoeboxes for children in need around the world. Each box represents a tangible expression of hope and a unique opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ.
With all of the activities at Manna during this busy season, we're asking that all shoeboxes be held until the Oct 25 - Nov 15 window. The deadline to have all of the filled shoeboxes onsite and ready to ship will be Sunday morning, Nov 15th!
 
How You Can Participate:

• To Get Started: From the designated "OCC" table in our front lobby, grab some cardboard boxes, labels and a copy of the suggested gift lists.  Each box should be filled with items from the approved lists and make sure to include a "wow" toy! (Please only use the boxes provided at the table in our lobby at church)
  
  
• Select an Age Group: Decide whether your gift is for a boy or a girl, and choose an age category: 2–4, 5–9, or 10–14 years old.
  
  
• Drop Off Deadline: Bring your packed shoeboxes to the designated collection area here at Manna Church Sanford no later than Sunday, November 15th.
   
• Boxes can be personalized by drawing on the inside lid a picture or scripture or both. and perhaps include a personal letter and a picture or drawing of your family. Also, include in the box $10 (cash or check) for cost of shipping and teacher training of The Greatest Journey.  

Start gathering your items today, and let’s make a lasting global impact together right here from Sanford!
 
Manna donated 48 boxes in 2024 and 201 in 2025. Our goal this year is 250!
 
If you would like to volunteer and assist in this outreach or if you have any questions, please let me know!

Melody Villavicencio-Guerrero
Manna Church Sanford- Outreach Director
(719) 459-1841