Fiji Adventist Volunteer Service

Fiji Adventist Volunteer Service Through trained and dedicated volunteers, we share the gospel and serve with purpose.

Fiji Adventist Volunteer Service (FAVS) is a faith-based initiative supporting the Seventh-day Adventist Church’s mission to reach unreached communities across Fiji.

By Master Savenaca Ramokosoi. He swam across the Rewa River, walked some kilometers and either got onto a bilibili or s...
05/10/2025

By Master Savenaca Ramokosoi.

He swam across the Rewa River, walked some kilometers and either got onto a bilibili or swam across another river to Naicokaika village every Friday afternoon as part of his weekend rituals for 3 consecutive years.

My father was chosen by the Nausori SDA church to serve as the Nacokaika church elder for a few years. Athough he had a full time job at the CWM hospital, he would do his best to get to Nacokaika village before sunset on Friday evening.

I had accompanied him on some of his trips to the village. We took a bus from Nausori Town to Kasavu Village. Before we got to Kasavu, we got off the bus and made our way to the Rewa River which was just beside the road.

When we got to the river, we changed our clothes, and swam across the river with one hand holding our bags up above the water so that I wouldn't get wet.

We then walked until we came to the bank of another river which separates Nacoika village from us. To get across to the village, we would either used a borrowed bilibili to get across, and if there was no bilibili, we would make another swim for the village.

We would spend the whole Sabbath with our church family friends there singing hymns, studying the bibile together, singing hymns, encouraging and challenging one onother.

Our last meeting was on Sunday morning before we parted with the beloved church members there, and returned home via the same way we went there.

My father loved to share the words of God, and had a deep love for the Seduadua family of Nacokaika, and would always look forward to visiting them even though there was not road to the village, and he did not have the resources to comfortably go there. His travel expenses to and from the village came out of his pockets.

As my father now lay on his sick bed, weak and dying, he would sometimes say to me, "Tukuna! Can you play the guitar and sing with me this song? As we sang, he would say, Isa, Nacokaika! Do you remember when we use to sing with Naibuka and his family when we visited them there in their home? Isa! I just cannot wait to meet them in heaven."

Vinaka vakalevu Nacokaika for giving my father an opportunity to grow closer to Christ, and to his life worth living.

Reaching the Unreached: A Call to Mission in FijiFiji has 1,192 villages, but only 354 have an Adventist church—838 vill...
22/09/2025

Reaching the Unreached: A Call to Mission in Fiji

Fiji has 1,192 villages, but only 354 have an Adventist church—838 villages remain unreached. The church in Fiji will be celebrating its 134 years anniversary this year and at our current pace, it could take another 200 years to reach all these villages.

That’s why the Fiji Adventist Volunteer Service (FijiAVS) has been launched—to train and mobilize church members for service to every village.

The church plan for the next 5 years:

🛐 Plant 200 new churches per year, reducing unreached villages by 20% annually
⛪️Mobilize big churches to adopt and serve in unreached villages
👨‍💼Deploy trained Frontline Missionaries to high-priority areas
🤝Partner with government, NGOs, and International
Development agencies for community outreach missions.

Big plans? Yes because we serve a Big God. FijiAVS is here to support this plan—and we need you.

Interested? Talk to your local church pastor and join the movement.

Last weekend, Missionaries-in-training were not only equipped spiritually but also taught practical skills to address th...
18/09/2025

Last weekend, Missionaries-in-training were not only equipped spiritually but also taught practical skills to address the needs of communities. Among the most relevant skills in remote settings, such as villages, were gardening and basic plumbing.

Gardening goes beyond simply growing plants—it serves as a powerful tool for building relationships and opening doors for ministry. This session introduced basic gardening techniques that missionaries can use to integrate into their service in the community. Whether in rural villages or urban neighborhoods, gardening as a ministry tool meets physical needs while planting seeds for spiritual growth.

The second training focused on basic plumbing skills, such as fixing leaks, installing simple water systems, and maintaining sanitation. These practical skills serve as invaluable tools for ministry in communities with limited resources. Participants learned how providing clean water or repairing a broken tap can build trust, open hearts, and create opportunities to share the gospel.

FijiAVS is deeply grateful to our external facilitators, Mr. Bobo and Mr. Naitini, who generously volunteered their time to share these valuable skills with our missionaries-in-training.

On Sunday (14/09), missionary volunteers took part in a Pre-Service Training focused on Safeguarding and Cultural Awaren...
16/09/2025

On Sunday (14/09), missionary volunteers took part in a Pre-Service Training focused on Safeguarding and Cultural Awareness.

The Safeguarding session equipped volunteers with strategies for personal safety, risk assessment, and crisis management—helping them serve confidently and responsibly.

The Cultural Awareness session introduced key Fijian customs such as respect for elders, communal living, and traditional leadership. Understanding these protocols helps build trust and foster meaningful ministry within local communities.

The training will ensure volunteers are well-prepared to serve with compassion, integrity and cultural sensitivity as they begin their ministry journey in the coming months.

Fijian Missionaries Share Their Journey from IndonesiaFour young Fijian missionaries—Kasanita, Samisoni, Semisi, and Tai...
13/09/2025

Fijian Missionaries Share Their Journey from Indonesia

Four young Fijian missionaries—Kasanita, Samisoni, Semisi, and Taione—recently shared their experiences serving in Indonesia and Timor-Leste as part of the TPUM “I WILL GO” initiative. Now over five months into their one-year mission, they spoke about the challenges of language barriers, homesickness, and unexpected roles, and how God has guided them through it all.

Their stories of faith and resilience were a source of inspiration for fellow missionaries-in-training joining the online session. Pr. Eliki encouraged the group, reminding them that the courage and dedication of those serving abroad serve as a powerful example for the next wave of missionaries preparing to serve.

This gathering highlighted the realities of mission work while celebrating the strength and commitment of Fiji’s young missionaries answering God’s call.

The Pre-Service Training for Fiji AVS is an important first step for anyone preparing to enter missionary service. This ...
13/09/2025

The Pre-Service Training for Fiji AVS is an important first step for anyone preparing to enter missionary service. This training not only sets clear expectations but also equips volunteers with practical skills to navigate the challenges of mission work, including real-world moral and ethical dilemmas.

With a strong focus on interactive, hands-on learning, volunteers were fully engaged throughout the Sabbath program. One participant from Naitasiri shared, “I am ready to go as soon as next week, if I am called,” reflecting the deep impact of the training.

Fiji AVS aims to provide a structured platform for church members who are eager to serve, empowering them to take the gospel to the most remote parts of Fiji and help prepare people for Christ’s soon return.

Pre-Service Training for FijiAVS opened with Powerful Vision and Purpose.The Pre-Service Training for the Fiji Adventist...
13/09/2025

Pre-Service Training for FijiAVS opened with Powerful Vision and Purpose.

The Pre-Service Training for the Fiji Adventist Volunteer Services (FijiAVS) opened with powerful statements, compelling statistics, and inspiring visions—all underscoring the urgent need for volunteer missionaries across Fiji.

The program began with a historical overview of missionary work both globally and locally, presented by FM President Pastor Nasoni. This was followed by a clear outline of mission goals and targeted areas within Fiji, delivered by Evangelism Director Pastor Maika. Pastor Eliki then shared an impactful message on what it truly means to be a Spirit-filled and effective missionary, laying a strong spiritual foundation for the weekend’s training.

Participants traveled from far and wide—including Macuata, Kadavu, and the highlands of Ba and Naitasiri—arriving with enthusiasm and a shared sense of purpose, ready to take up the Great Commission.

FijiAVS Launches with 37 New Frontline Missionaries.This weekend marks a significant milestone in the mission work of th...
13/09/2025

FijiAVS Launches with 37 New Frontline Missionaries.

This weekend marks a significant milestone in the mission work of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Fiji. A group of 37 church members is being trained and prepared to serve as Frontline Missionaries in remote areas across the country through the newly launched Fiji Adventist Volunteer Service (FijiAVS).

FijiAVS is a new initiative of the Fiji Mission aimed at mobilizing committed volunteers to support the Church’s evangelistic efforts in the lead-up to the Fiji for Christ 2026 campaign.

Missionaries will be sent to strategic locations including Lau, Kadavu, Vanua Levu, Lomaiviti, and the highlands of Viti Levu—regions where there is limited or no Adventist presence. Each missionary will be attached to a local church and work under the guidance of the local pastor, focusing on relationship building, community outreach and evangelism.

This is just the beginning of an inspiring journey. As FijiAVS grows, more church members will be empowered to serve in hard-to-reach areas, sharing the gospel and building strong connections with local communities.

Please keep these missionaries in your prayers as they take this important step in faith and service.

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