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2 November 2025 | Province of Ysabel, Anglican Church of Melanesia, Solomon Islands

Consecration of the 7th Bishop of Ysabel—A Celebration of Faith & Fellowship

The Most Reverend Sione, Archbishop of Polynesia, recently travelled to the Solomon Islands for the consecration of the new Bishop of the Province of Ysabel, Anglican Church of Melanesia.
Accompanied by Co-Vicar General Fe’iloakitau Kaho Tevi and Father Winston Tarere, the Archbishop departed on Wednesday, 29 October, to represent the Anglican Diocese of Polynesia in this joyous and spiritually significant occasion.

The consecration took place on Sunday, 2 November, at St Paul’s Church in Buala Village. The historic service brought together clergy, laity, and representatives from across the Pacific, all gathered in
prayer and thanksgiving for the ministry of the new bishop and the continued work of the Church in the region. Archbishop Sione delivered the sermon during the service, offering a powerful message of faith, unity, and the shared mission of God’s people.

The newly consecrated Bishop of Ysabel, the Right Reverend Christopher Hope Fihu, shares strong ties with the Diocese of Polynesia. He was part of our Resilience Program through the University of the South Pacific — an initiative for students of Saint John the Baptist Theological College, young clergy, and emerging leaders across the diocese. While studying at Pasifika Communities University (PCU), Bishop Chris and his family worshipped with our St Luke’s community and became part of the SJBTC and MAST family. His consecration stands as a beautiful reminder of the growing partnership between our dioceses, united in faith, learning, and service to God’s mission in the Pacific.