When the missionaries arrived on shore, they visited the church, which they found to be large and well built, and already equipped with an altar, altar cloth, and crucifix. The following morning, Mass was celebrated in the church, supplemented by Gilbertese hymns and prayers. After Mass, a statue of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart was placed in a visible location.
Upon arrival, the missionaries visited the church, which they discovered to be substantial and well-constructed, already furnished with an altar, altar fabric, and icon. The following morning, Mass was observed in the church, complemented by Gilbertese hymns and supplications. Following Mass, a statue of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart was positioned in a conspicuous location.