Episode 389: Could Your Box Be the Millionth Box of Joy?

Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward

A simple shoebox can make an incredible difference in the life of a child. In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney talks with Michele Sagarino of Cross Catholic Outreach about Boxes of Joy, a ministry bringing Christmas gifts—and the love of Christ—to children living in poverty around the world. This year, Boxes of Joy is celebrating an extraordinary milestone: the delivery of its one millionth box! Michele shares the history and mission of Cross Catholic Outreach and explains how Boxes of Joy works. Is it a Catholic alternative to Operation Christmas Child? What should you put in a box—and what should you leave out? What does Cross Catholic Outreach add before the boxes are delivered? You’ll also hear moving stories from the mission field, learn what happens when the boxes reach children and their families, and discover how you can participate even if your parish does not sponsor Boxes of Joy. A small box can become a powerful expression of generosity, faith, and Christmas joy. Learn more and get involved at boxofjoy.org.

About Podcast

Fr. Edward Looney is a Catholic priest who loves having conversations with guests. They talk about new book releases, various topics related to faith and life, and occasionally he speaks with producers, directors, and actors from the film industry. He has podcasted since 2019, formerly as “How They Love Mary” and “Cup of St. Joe,” conducting over 300 interviews to date. The interview style podcasts from Fr. Edward continues now, as he begins each conversation greeting his audience with “Hey Everybody!” Tune in for inspiring conversations about faith, film, and life.