In order to fulfil his calling as a catechist, Mr. Gonelevu travelled over 40 km from Burebasaga in Rewa to Yah-rawa church to attend services, conduct meetings and run confirmation classes.
The late Mr. Gonelevu was a former Member of Parliament and Vice President of the Methodist Church in Fiji
The late Joseph Hoyt (fondly known as Joe)
Served from 1997 – 1990
Was the spiritual leader of Yah-rawa when it was still a preaching point. Joe was married to Lydia. The family migrated to Australia