St. Pius Parish Raiwaqa

In solidarity with the missing nine from our St. Columban Community in Vatuwaqa the Parish came together in joyful spirits as we presented to the families of these fishermen a little something that would help them. A big vinaka vakalevu to all those who donated items in cash or kind may the blessings of the almighty God come down upon you and your families. Vinaka vakalevu loloma kei na kauwai. Another drive will be done in the future so please keep an eye out on this space.

𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓: 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋

Catholic patients admitted in the hospital are reminded that chaplains visits are not automatic. If you wish to receive pastoral care during you stay, please take note of the following procedures:

• 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: The hospital chaplain will only attend to patients upon request.

• 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Patients and their families may contact their parish priest or parish secretary to arrange a visit.

• 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: You may also send a private message directly to the hospital chaplain Fr. Sowani Raivuni.

• 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐬: If your desire to be anointed or to receive holy communion, please ensure that you make contact through one of the above channels.

This process ensures that the chaplain is aware of your request and can provide the necessary pastoral care and sacraments during your time in hospital. We encourage all Catholic patients to make use of these avenues so that your spiritual needs are met promptly and respectfully.

We would like to thank the hospital chaplain for his service and his support for our Catholic patients.

Vinaka.

Greetings to all Parishioners,
The Parish continues to be in solidarity with the families of the 9 missing fishermen over in Vatuwaqa. Therefore the Parish will be accepting donations of any kind (groceries/monetary) which can be dropped off at the Parish office. All monetary donations received will be receipted by the Parish office. We thank you kindly in advance for your generosity and let us continue to remember our nine brothers and their families who have been left behind in our prayers.
Vinaka.

Join us on the Procession of Mother Mary to the St. Columban Community in Vatuwaqa. Procession will begin from the Parish at 3pm. See you there.

Holy Week Mass Schedule

St Pius X Parish leads Recycling in Fiji
It is my hope that the establishment of St Pius X Parish as a beneficiary of this initiative will inspire other Catholic parishes across Fiji to respond faithfully to the call to care for creation through responsible and sustainable waste management. Read more: https://tinyurl.com/396uvy8r

Late Post:
Launching of the Recycling Hub in the Parish. The project was initiated by the Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation office and the Pacific Recycling Foundation, the Parish was very fortunate to be its pilot sites for this project. Chief Guest was His Grace the Archbishop of Suva the Most Rev. Peter Loy Chong and Acting CEO of the Suva City Council Mr. Tevita Boseiwaqa.

Wishing you many happy returns of the day Your Grace.

Happy Birthday to His Grace, Archbishop Peter Loy Chong.Today we give thanks for your life of faith, service, and steadfast leadership, and for the many ways you continue to shepherd God’s people with wisdom and humility.

Your Grace, your commitment to unity, justice, and compassion has been a guiding light for the Church and the nation. Through your words and actions, you inspire hope, encourage dialogue, and remind us to live the Gospel with courage and love in our daily lives.

As you celebrate another year, we pray that God grants you good health, renewed strength, and abundant blessings.

May the Holy Spirit continue to guide you in your ministry, and may you always be surrounded by the prayers and gratitude of the people you so faithfully serve.

Wishing all our students the very best in this new academic year. As you begin a new school year tomorrow, always remember to put your trust in the Lord because the FEAR OF THE LORD IS THE BEGINNING OF ALL WISDOM.