Our Mission
Living Stones Summit Trust is dedicated to providing an environment for the restoration, motivation, and training of lives in living, work, and craft skills. We create opportunities for individuals to rebuild their lives through practical hands-on experience, community support, and skill development in our peaceful rural setting above Christchurch.
Our mission is to help people discover their potential and develop practical abilities that will serve them throughout their lives. Like living stones being carefully shaped and fitted together to build something strong and beautiful, we believe each person has unique value and purpose.
🤝 Community Restoration
We provide a supportive community environment where individuals can heal, grow, and rediscover their purpose through meaningful relationships and shared experiences.
🔨 Practical Training
We offer hands-on training in work and craft skills, helping participants develop competencies that build confidence and create pathways to employment.
🌱 Life Motivation
We inspire and motivate individuals to reach their full potential through mentoring, encouragement, and celebrating each step of progress.
Our Vision
A Community of Living Stones
Our vision is to see lives transformed and communities strengthened as individuals discover their worth and purpose. We envision a future where our rural retreat serves as a beacon of hope and restoration, where people from all walks of life can find acceptance, learn valuable skills, and build a foundation for a brighter future.
We see a thriving community where former participants become mentors, where skills are passed down, and where the cycle of restoration continues to grow and multiply - building a spiritual house of living stones that stands strong through every season.
Our Core Values
Worth & Dignity
Every person has inherent value and deserves respect
Faith & Hope
We believe in restoration and second chances
Hands-On Learning
Real skills developed through practical work
Community
Growing together in a supportive environment
Stewardship
Caring for people, property, and resources
Excellence
Pursuing quality in all we do
Building Together
Join Us in Our Mission
Whether you're looking to volunteer, make a donation, or learn more about our programs, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can build a stronger community and transform lives.
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