Archive for the ‘SOS Events’ Category

SOS Events Theme for Annual Celebration!

March 28, 2026

“They that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.” — Daniel 12:3 (KJV)

There’s something powerful about a light in the darkness. You don’t need a stadium full of lights to make a difference—just one shining light can be seen from far away. That’s what God calls each of us to be.

When we serve, when we speak a kind word, when we share the Gospel, we are shining for Jesus. It may seem small in the moment, but heaven sees it differently. Every act of faithfulness, every soul pointed toward righteousness, becomes a light that will never fade.

Our “Shining Bright for Jesus” theme isn’t just a slogan—it’s a calling. Whether at an event, in a conversation, or in quiet service behind the scenes, we are reflecting His light to a world that needs it.

Let’s not dim that light. Let’s shine boldly, joyfully, and consistently—because one day, those lights will shine like the stars forever.

Plant City Car Show 2007-2026

March 23, 2026
Plant City Car Show 2026

2007

God has burdened several people to win souls at the once a month car show in Plant City.  In February, 10 people came to a SOS training, and three days later had a place reserved at the car show. The night was very cold for Florida and very few people attended the show.

However, God is faithful and we saw 2 young people come to know the Lord at that event. The young lady has already been connected to a church in the neighboring town where she lives and has expressed a desire to join the choir.

The young man and several of his friends, who encouraged him to come over and hear the gospel, is interested in participating in SOS events in the future.

This was article that was posted on the blog in April, 2007. What is interesting is that SOS Events had no car, just faithful volunteers and a tent.

The great news is that SOS Events is still going strong at the Car Show in Plant City. Saturday, there were 5 decisions to accept the LORD as Savior.

SOS Events now has a car to display at car shows. What a great blessing.

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:58

God blessed SOS Events with 238 Decisions!

March 9, 2026

Florida Strawberry Festival has ended for another great year. God blessed the SOS Team with 238 salvations.

Praise the LORD for these new Christians. Praying for each of them. The Bible tells us they are like new babies. They need to be fed, cared for and grow.

They will receive Bible studies but they need more than that. A good Bible preaching church and mature Christians to guide them.

Praying God will direct them to the right place where they will be fed.

As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby. 1 Peter 2:2

Pray For More People To Be Saved!

March 7, 2026

SOS Team praying with a man who was listening to the plan of salvation.

Over 150 people have been saved so far at Strawberry Festival this year. Praise the Lord for His faithfulness.

The volunteers who give of their time and talent have a heart for these people who pass by. Their love for the lost is amazing.

Only today and tomorrow are left, then this event will be over. Prayer for more people to be saved will be appreciated.

To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me. Acts 28:16

Please Pray, People Need The Lord!

March 6, 2026

Strawberry Festival in Florida has 3 days to share the “ good news”. Please pray earnestly for people to be saved. Many come and hear the gospel and they need to have tender hearts.

That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. Romans 10:9

The Strawberry Festival Has Passed The Halfway Point!

March 4, 2026

Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida has surpassed the half way mark! Five more days to go.

There have been 120 decisions up until yesterday! Praise the Lord!

Please join me in prayer for the rest of this event, that people will be saved, volunteers will be filled with the spirit, and that the remaining shifts will be filled.

We still have empty opportunities for volunteers, especially the evening shifts and all day on Sunday.

A true witness delivereth souls: Proverbs 14:25a

Praise the LORD for what He has done the last 4 days!

March 2, 2026

The Strawberry Festival continues today. Parade Day is an exciting day at the Festival. School is out for the children in Plant City. People from many States come to the Festival.

There have been 95 people who have trusted Jesus as their Savior in the last 4 days. Please continue to pray for the volunteers and especially the people passing by to be saved.

We do lift the name of Jesus when people come to the volunteer who explains the A,B, C plan of salvation.

Jesus said,  And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. John 12:32

Strawberry Festival

February 28, 2026
Doug at Strawberry Festival

Today is the third day of the strawberry festival in Plant city Florida. You could be sitting in Doug’s seat winning someone to the Lord.

There are still a few shifts open and we need trained volunteers to fill them.

If you live in the area and have been trained, don’t miss out on your opportunity.

SOS Events Still Going!

February 26, 2026
2026

Strawberry Festival FL – 450+ Accept Jesus

March 1-11, 2007 SOS Ministries in partnership with 10 churches from the Plant City, Fl area saw God do miraculous things. 

January and February were busy months for the staff at SOS Ministries in preparation for this event.  Tom and Carolyn Curtis, Jay and Penny Ayres spent many training sessions with the 58 people who worked a shift at the booth.  We are especially thankful for Don and Shirley Riegel who drove from Ohio to help us with training and at the Festival.  God brought the increase. 

He is faithful and rewards dedicated people who serve Him.  Many of the workers led their first soul to Christ and their enthusiasm is catching.  We are now in the process of follow-up.  We appreciate the volunteers who are writing letters, making phone calls and personally visiting the new converts.

This was the first post to social media about the Strawberry Festival. SOS Events started with the festival at least 2 years earlier.

Today starts another year that SOS Events will be there.

If you are a trained volunteer in Florida, you can be a part of this great opportunity to witness at this event. Sign up for your 3 hour shift before you miss your blessing.

Ye are my witnesses, saith the LORD, and my servant whom I have chosen: Isaiah 43:10a

(All the participants in this article have gone on to Heaven except Carolyn and Penny. Imagine the people who will meet them who were saved at Strawberry Festival)

Opportunity!

February 24, 2026
Lee & Alice
Roger, Val & Carolyn

Some of the office staff went to the vendor appreciation dinner at the Plant City Strawberry Festival last evening.

Every year the vendors are blessed with a great meal and a big strawberry shortcake.

SOS Events has been blessed to have a booth in the festival for over 20 years. Over 6000 people have trusted Jesus as their Savior.

The festival starts Thursday and we still have some vacant slots for volunteers. If you have been trained or would like a quick training, and want to sign up to have a part in this great opportunity, please call the home office today. 813-494-7512.

God will bless you as you obey the great commission. Go and tell.

And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Mark 16:15