As part of the Bible Month 2025 celebrations, the Bible Society of the South Pacific – Fiji Mission successfully hosted a week-long Public Bible Reading in Suva, while partnering with churches in other towns across Fiji to hold similar events.

In Suva, the reading took place at the Government Service Centre carpark on Scott Street, from 30 June to 5 July 2025. The open location allowed the Word of God to be read aloud in the heart of the city, reaching passersby, market vendors, and shoppers alike. Over the course of the week, 38 individuals participated in the Suva reading sessions.

One of the faithful participants was Nau Olivia from the Centenary Church Women’s Fellowship, who was also part of the Witness March and Opening Service. Her consistent presence throughout the week inspired many.

On the final day, a group of young boys from Verata, who were wandering the city while their parents tended stalls at the Suva Market, became the youngest participants. They enthusiastically read several chapters from the Fijian Bible, capturing the hearts of those who listened.

A father and son from Nasinu Wesley Church made the Bible reading their week’s mission after hearing about it during their Sunday service. Their commitment to reading daily was a testimony of intentional spiritual practice.

In a moving moment, a man passing by heard the sound system echoing Scripture through the streets. Prompted by the Holy Spirit, he came forward and offered help just in time to fix a technical issue, allowing the reading to continue smoothly.

Another man, in town running errands with his wife, remembered hearing the announcement in his church and decided to stop and join the reading as well.