The Methodist Church in Fiji has initiated a significant three-year Prayer and Fasting campaign, recently unveiled with a soft launch. This initiative seeks to address two pressing issues in the nation: the increasing prevalence of illicit drug use and the alarming rise in HIV and AIDS cases.
Church president Reverend Dr. Semisi Turagavou emphasized the urgency of these challenges, describing them as a defining spiritual and public movement for both the church and the wider community. “We stand at a critical moment in the life of our nation,” he stated, highlighting that the impacts of drug abuse and sexually transmitted infections are particularly detrimental to the youth of Fiji. Dr. Turagavou firmly articulated that the campaign focuses on restoration rather than condemnation, aiming to reclaim young individuals from addiction, support families, and uphold the sanctity of the human body as a temple of God.
The official launch is scheduled for this Sunday, featuring a march through the streets of Suva, which will culminate in a national worship service at Albert Park. Additionally, simultaneous marches will take place in Ba, Lautoka, and Nausori, reinforcing the campaign’s nationwide impact.
In collaboration with the Fiji Police Force, the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, and relevant government ministries, the Methodist Church seeks to mobilize its members throughout the country. The campaign aims to engage communities in continuous prayer and fasting, bolster youth-led prevention programs, and enhance public awareness of these critical issues across all 14 provinces of Fiji.
This initiative represents a hopeful step forward in the fight against substance abuse and health crises affecting the youth, as the church rallies the community to collectively address and heal these societal challenges.
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