The Methodist Church in Fiji says they will investigate the issue of the minister associated with the claims made on social media concerning comments on a ‘Rosi Ni Viti’ audio.

The church spokesperson, Reverend James Bhagwan, in a statement issued yesterday, said: “The Methodist Church in Fiji leadership has been made aware of these recordings and I have discussed this with them.

“The Methodist Church in Fiji does not make a habit of responding to claims and comments made on social media. However due to a number of requests for comments on the “Rosi Ni Viti” claims and accompanying issues by local news media, the Church issues to make the following statement.

“We urge our members and the general public to be cautious of what they read on social media.

“We also urge the media to be responsible in reporting claims and comments on social media as to do so may give undue validity to those claims and comments – that is not news, investigate, research and then report.”

He further stated: “On the issue of alleged dreams and visions – it is important that people not be carried.

“We remain concerned for the psychological wellbeing of the young woman who has made these claims. As she is a minor, we urge her parents and guardians to provide care for her.

“Finally, as we are in the season of Advent, we call on our communities of faith to focus on working in hopeful anticipation of peace and justice in our society. We all need to spend more time and energy on responding to God’s grace through practical love of God and of neighbour.”

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