Manatee Festival in Crystal River, FL

Pat and Ada working the event

January brought the Fellowship of Christian Farmers International (FCFI) to the Manatee Festival in beautiful Crystal River, Florida. The weather on Saturday, January 18th, was ideal for this time of year, and the turnout reflected it—over 700 people stopped by the FCFI booth to hear the Good News and learn more about the ministry.

However, as is often the case with outdoor events, things changed quickly. Sunday arrived with rain and cooler temperatures, leading to an early shutdown around noon. Despite the weather, spirits remained high.

Pat and Ada faithfully worked the event, sharing smiles and conversations with visitors. Ada, bundled up against the chilly Sunday air, was a visible reminder of the team’s dedication—rain or shine.

Ada looks cold on Sunday

The weekend may have brought unpredictable weather, but the opportunity to plant seeds of faith and connect with hundreds of attendees made it a memorable and fruitful event.