13 January, 2026, 5:10 pm Central - 24°C Rain

Pacific Conference of Churches pays tribute to Reverend Tugi

Pacific Conference of Churches pays tribute to Reverend Tugi

By Pita Toganivalu
13/01/2026

The Pacific Conference of Churches has expressed deep sadness at the passing of Reverend Simione Tugi, honouring his ecumenical leadership and service to the wider church community.


The PCC acknowledges Reverend Tugi’s role as Acting General Secretary of the Fiji Council of Churches, during which he served as a delegate to the 12th General Assembly of the Pacific Conference of Churches held in November 2023 in Kanaky New Caledonia.


They say he also represented the Fiji Council of Churches in the Pacific Church Partnership Advisory Network and actively engaged with PCC programmes and activities in Fiji.


The PCC says Reverend Tugi embraced his role in the ecumenical movement and was willing to step beyond his denominational boundaries to work with other Christian denominations and faith communities for the greater good and in the national interest.


The PCC adds he was most recently involved in the National Faith Leaders Dialogue on Truth, Reconciliation and Healing, reflecting his strong commitment to national unity and moral leadership.


The PCC says it is holding Reverend Tugi’s family and faith community in prayer and gives thanks to God for his life of dedicated service.

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