Press Release
By Citizens Defending Freedom
11/1/25
As we continue to advance our mission at Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) ,equipping the Church for legal defense, civic engagement and cultural transformation, I’m excited to invite you to a number of high-impact upcoming events where we’ll be present, and we’d love for you to join us. Below are the details and links for registration (or more info). If you’re interested in attending, please click the link (is available), or reach out to me directly.
CDF and TPUSA Faith have a limited number of free tickets available for the General Flynn breakfast in Plant City. Registration links provided.
PLEASE NOTE : REGISTRATION is REQUIRED for all events!!!!!
Upcoming Events
Saturday 11-1 Kids Are Not For Sale Human Trafficking Luncheon (Tampa)
Location: La Teresita Restaurant, 3248 W Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33607, Tampa 33607 Time 1:00 -3:30 pm
Event: “Kids Are Not for Sale” Luncheon – raising awareness and mobilizing against human trafficking.
Register required, RSVP by text (321) 732-2903
Join us for this vital cause — our children are not for sale.
Nov 6 — Somebody Cares Tampa Bay Pastors Leadership Meeting
Location: Core Revival Center, 6616 E Chelsea Street, Tampa Fl 33610
Hosted by Pastor Josh Griffen, Speakers include Pastor Seth Tweeddale (Florida TPUSA Faith) and Robert Goodman (Florida Faith Director, Citizens Defending Freedom)
Info / registration : Call (727) 536-2273, Registration Required
Nov 12 CDF Faith presents at Cypress Lakes Conservative Club, North Lakeland, Florida
Location: 10000 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809, Time 6:30 pm
We’ll present on faith, civic responsibility and cultural engagement.
Registration required at least 48 hours in advance, Location is in a gated community, to attend contact Vida McCullough at[email protected], Robert at [email protected] or Beverly at [email protected]
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Nov 13 Join CDF Faith and TPUSA Faith us for a special Faith Leader Luncheon in Polk County focused on empowering churches to engage our schools and equip the next generation.
Registration Required : https://citizensdefendingfreedom.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/288/responses/new
Topics include:
Empowering Educators: How teachers can earn CE credits while protecting students’ religious freedoms.
Launching Student Clubs: Starting TPUSA Faith Chapters in youth groups and public schools.
Community Resources: Tools and support from Citizens Defending Freedom to strengthen your ministry’s local impact.
📅 Thursday, November 13th | 12:00–1:30 PM
📍 590 NW 3rd St., Mulberry, FL 33860
A complimentary lunch will be provided.
Don’t miss this important opportunity to connect faith, education, and community transformation!
Nov 14 — All Pro Pastors Breakfast (Plant City) with Keynotes
Location: Plant City (PCCOG Connect Center)
Keynote Speakers: General Michael Flynn (Ret.), Steve Maxwell (CDF) & Todd Lamphere (Office of Faith, White House)
Registration : https://citizensdefendingfreedom.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/310/responses/new
This event will have advanced security protocols.
Note: CDF Faith and TPUSA Faith have a very limited number of free tickets for this breakfast – Please register ASAP if you wish to attend.
Nov 14 AI in Education Summit (Sarasota, FL)
Location: Harry Sudakoff Conference Center, New College of Florida, Sarasota
Event: “Artificial Intelligence in Education Symposium – Policy, Family & Faith”
Details & registration: https://floridacitizensalliance.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F27418
Featured Speakers:
🎤 Alex Newman – World-renowned Journalist, Educator, Author & Consultant
🎤 Darrell Jones – President, Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation
🎤 Mary Flynn O’Neill – Executive Director, America’s Future
🎤 Bruce Abramson – A.I. Consultant & Ethics in A.I. Professor Director
🎤 Kristina Heuser – Civil Rights Attorney, Liberty Counsel
🎤 Scott Kiley – Associate Director of Local Advocacy with Stand for Health Freedom
🎤 Richard Tatem – Manatee School Board Member, District 5
🎤 R.C. Williams and Julianna Ormond – Co-founders, Watchman Action
🎤 Braeden Sorbo – Actor, Author, Influencer
Great for pastors, educators, citizens and ministry leaders — engaging faith and culture in the digital age.
Nov 20 — TPUSA Faith Pinellas (Largo, FL)
Location: Abundant Life Ministries, 1550 Belcher Road South, Largo, Florida 33771 6:30 – 8:00 pm
We’ll be present for this gathering of faith leaders in Pinellas County.
Nov 21 — TPUSA Faith Hillsborough (Tampa, FL)
Location: Core Revival Center 6616 E. Chelsea Street, Tampa, FL 33610 Time: 7:00 pm
This will be the first TPUSA Faith meeting in Hillsborough County, a firm opportunity for outreach and influence.
Thank you for your partnership, your leadership, and your willingness to stand in faith, cultural engagement and civic responsibility.
In Christ and for freedom,
ROBERT GOODMAN
Florida Faith Director
904.651.8961 | [email protected]
