New Hope Baptist Church, 2720 Hwy. 117 will present the musical, “Operation Christmas Child,” on December 21 at 6:00 p.m. A fellowship with refreshments will follow. Characters include Colonel Sanders played by Craig Powell, Sargent Smarter played by Abygail Phillips, Corporal Christie played by Josie Phillips, Private Eye played by Seth Rounsavall, Private Gomer Smyle played by Abbigale Rounsavall, Private Elvis Presby played by Austin Bass, Major Minor played by Emilee Bass, Private Jett played by Hayden Bagwell. Soloist include Hayden Bagwell, Austin Bass, Haliee Broadway, Malora Davis, Abygail Phillips, Abbigale Rounsavall, Sophia Rounsavall, and Shelby Tesnow. Director is Linda Powell. The public is invited. Pastor is Brent Powell.