The rhythmic pulse of gospel music wafts through the air. It’s Sunday morning. You stand before the Faith Fijian Assembly of God. The building itself isn’t grand. It’s a community centre. Yet the spirit within is palpable.
This is more than just a place of worship. It’s a vibrant hub for the Fijian community in Auckland. The Faith Fijian Assembly of God is a testament to faith. It’s a testament to resilience. It represents the enduring spirit of a people far from home.
The story of this church is interwoven with the history of Fijian immigration to New Zealand. It began humbly. It began with a group of sailors in 1977. These men were pastors and deacons back in Fiji. They felt a calling. They felt a calling to share their faith. They felt a calling to serve their fellow Fijians in a new land. The first Fijian AG church was established right here in Auckland. This humble beginning marked a significant turning point.
Later the late Rev Jone Koro provided ordained leadership. He was instrumental in formalising the church in 1979. The church continued to grow. It continued to thrive. It became a vital part of the Auckland Fijian community.
The church has moved. It’s moved locations over the years. The initial site is unknown. It’s currently meeting in a different community centre. You can find them in Grey Lynn. They also hold services in Onehunga. The address for correspondence is on Mt Eden Road. The pastors Aminio and Akanisi Cagiaceva provide pastoral care. They provide guidance to a thriving congregation.
The Faith Fijian Assembly of God isn’t just about Sunday services. It’s about community. It’s about support. It’s about maintaining cultural ties. It’s about helping new arrivals from Fiji to integrate. This is vital. It’s especially important given the recent influx of seasonal workers. The church hopes to plant four more churches in the next twelve months. They seek to continue spreading their message of hope and faith. They seek to do this across Auckland and beyond.
Today as you stand here you feel a sense of peace. You feel a sense of community. You feel a sense of belonging. This is not just a building. This is a living testament to faith. This is a testament to the resilience of the Fijian spirit in a new home. This is the Faith Fijian Assembly of God.