The Fa’atuatua i le Atua Samoa ua Tasi (FAST) party offered an apology to Samoa for the uncertainty caused by the political turmoil leading up to the elections.

FAST said they were a God-fearing movement that had reshaped Samoa’s political landscape.

The party gathered with hundreds of supporters at the Football Federation of Samoa’s Apia Park Complex on Sunday for a national thanksgiving service that reaffirmed its commitment to lead with faith, humility, and unity.

The 4:00 pm service was a spiritual and emotional occasion, bringing together church leaders, party members, and families from across the country. Attendees dressed in white filled the venue. 

FAST leader and chairman Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt quoted Psalm 103:1–2: “Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all His benefits.”

"We apologise to Samoa for the hardships endured during the long road to finding a government. Since God blessed Samoa with FAST in 2021, the nation has faced many trials, and at times, we were even separated from our initial members earlier this year. However, during our roadshows, FAST reached all 51 constituencies and held over 100 church services. The result is clear, Samoa, FAST has prevailed because we are blessed by God."

"Though politics has affected our nation, FAST has remained grounded in the foundation of our country: Samoa is founded on God. This is God’s timing for FAST, the era of God-centered leadership has begun."

The thanksgiving service included prayers, worship, and scripture readings led by church leaders from various denominations, who praised FAST’s faith-based approach to governance. The atmosphere was solemn yet celebratory, as voices lifted in song and prayer throughout the complex.

He called for unity, stressing that the victory was not just political but spiritual. “Our country may have been divided by politics, but our foundation remains firm: Samoa is founded on God. This moment belongs to Him.”

Attendees described the event as a powerful reminder of the values behind FAST’s leadership, rooted not only in policy but in prayer, community, and service. Supporters of all ages stood proudly throughout the afternoon.

As the sun set over Apia, the service closed with quiet reflection and joy. For FAST and its supporters, this was more than a celebration of electoral success.