It traces its origins to Protestant and Congregationalist doctrines, while its core is firmly grounded in the Samoan language, culture, and tradition (Fa'a Samoa).
), despite the society's inactive status, the church pays homage to the missionaries who first arrived in Samoa, thus emphasizing the significance of its foundational heritage.
Embracing a Reformed Congregationalist and Calvinist perspective, it not only upholds traditional values but also contributes to the ongoing narrative and evolution of its community and faith in God.
The mission was to set a denomination that focused on three main principles: Fa'afaigofie, Fa'ataugofie, Fa'asa'oloto (Worship God freely, at ease, in simplicity) .
[5] By 1990, Faleto'ese's perspectives and proposals for reform sparked curiosity and interest among some Samoan EFKS members residing in Sydney, Australia.
In 1993, alongside the late Reverend Siataga Tuiataga (a Pastor of the EFKS Church), they founded the inaugural first New Zealand Parish in Christchurch.
By 1996, a Parish was established in Brisbane, Australia and entered into a covenant with the late Reverend Alapati Tu'uga,[7] a Lay Preacher of the EFKS Church (and Father to the famous Samoan Band, Fetulima/The Five Stars), as their Pastor.
The core purpose and focus of the Church is to offer a traditional space for Samoans to worship God freely, with ease, and in simplicity (Fa'afaigofie, Fa'ataugofie, Fa'asa'oloto).
The Church endeavours to provide extensive support to its members in all aspects of life, aiding them in nurturing their spiritual connection with God.
The Committee of Elders (Komiti o Au Toea'i'ina) oversee the General Assembly and handles matters concerning Pastors and the Clergy.
[11] The Women's Fellowship (Mafutaga a Tina)[12] holds significant importance within the Church, playing a pivotal role in its operations.
[13] They resolved to ordain any lay preacher (A'oa'o Fesoasoani) or student from any credible Theological College, provided they complete a one year internship with a selected Parish.
The Reformed Congregational LMS Samoan Church stands as a prominent denomination with a presence in Samoa, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States today.
Two additional parishes operate independently from the General Assembly, overseeing their own affairs while upholding a strong connection with the Church.
Reverend Apolimatai Tautaiolevao holds the position of Chairperson (Ta'ita'ifono) currently within the Reformed Congregational LMS Samoan Church.
They elected Reverend Solomona Iosefa, who was the Pastor of the second Auckland branch in Glen Innes, as New Zealand's District Elder upon its return.
Under the leadership of the late Reverend Manusina Taulagi, five Pastors and Parishes opted to leave and establish The First Revival Samoan Church in 2014.