2025 Virginia FFA State Convention – by Michael and Karen Steele
The first several hours at the 2025 Virginia FFA State Convention had a steady flow of FFA students stopping at the FCFI booth
Hello to all of our FCFI family!
The Pennsylvania Northern Tier Chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Farmers International (FCFI) recently had the joy of participating in the 2025 Virginia FFA State Convention, held at the Squire Student Center at Virginia Tech University in Blacksburg, Virginia.
This marked our fourth consecutive year sharing the love and message of Jesus Christ with FFA students, their parents, and the dedicated staff who attended Career Day. It continues to be a powerful opportunity to connect with young people who are shaping the future of agriculture—and to remind them of the greater purpose found in Christ.
As always, we’re grateful for the open hearts and warm reception we received. The seeds planted during these events are part of a much larger harvest, and we remain committed to reaching the next generation with hope, faith, and truth.
Captured below are some meaningful moments from our time at the event!
FFA students are busy talking to FFC witnesses Karen Steele (left) and Martha Reese (right)
The FCFI table is lined up with FFA students on one side and four very busy FCFI witnesses on the other side all sharing the Wordless Bible colors and message
A young man listens intently as FCFI witness Ernie Reese shares the Salvation Message of Lord Jesus
More important than the names of the FCFI witnesses are the hearts and eyes of the people focused on the Wordless Bible beads and the message of Lord Jesus’ death and resurrection
Two Caroline, Virginia FFA students listen as FCFI witness John Norris shares Jesus Christ with them
The FCFI chapter expanded from one to two tables at the event, thanks to organizer Jennifer Armstrong, allowing for a larger space to engage with FFA students
Several young students get the Wordless Bible message from FCFI witness Martha Reese
FCFI witness Ernie Reese has his Bible open and is showing these two FFA students the Word of God. Notice how intent both are while reading directly from the Bible!
A look down the FCFI table shows three very busy witnesses all engaged with the FFA students. Karen Steele (closest), John Norris (middle), and Ernie Reese (far end of the table)
It is common to share the message with vendors at each event we attend. Here, FCFI witness Karen Steele shares the message of Jesus to a vendor with Virginia Green. Which was the table next to us
Five or six FFA students are gathered around and listening to the presentation by FCFI witness Karen Steele (left)
As Career Day was drawing to a close, a powerful moment occurred—a young lady who had visited the booth earlier came running back, full of conviction, saying she was ready to pray to receive Jesus! It was a beautiful reminder of the eternal impact of simply showing up and sharing the Gospel.
The Pennsylvania Northern Tier Chapter had an amazing time ministering to everyone who stopped by the FCFI booth. It is always a joy to connect with FFA students, listen to their stories, and encourage them in their spiritual journey.
We are deeply thankful for all who support the mission of FCFI—whether through prayers, volunteer time, or financial gifts. Each contribution helps bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to people across the nation.
God bless you all very much!