On the 1st July 1871, the Reverend Samuel MacFarlane of the London Missionary Society (LMS), accompanied by South Sea Islander evangelists and teachers anchored at Kemus beach on Erub (Darnley Island) to convert people of the Torres Strait to Christianity.
In defiance of tribal law Dabad, a Warrior Clan Elder on Erub welcomed the London Missionary Society's clergy and teachers.
The Coming of the Light is celebrated by Torres Strait Islanders of all faiths in a festival like no other in Australia, where hymn singing, feasting and Ailan dans strengthen community and family ties.
A monument consisting of a tall white cross, a representation of the All Saints Church, the Society's vessel, and scripture (as shown in this video), signifies the arrival of LMS and now stands proudly at Kemus beach.