At Living Stones World, we are a community of Indigenous Levantine Christians from around the world. We come together as one body, connected, to find support, empowerment, and resources to raise awareness in our local communities.

Why are Levantine Christians called Living Stones?

Living Stones is a term that often refers to Christians who are indigenous to the Levant region, which includes parts of Western Asia and Eastern Mediterranean. The Levant comprises countries such as Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and modern day Israel. Levantine Christians are diverse, belonging to various denominations, including but not limited to Eastern Orthodox, Maronite, Melkite, Armenian Apostolic, Catholic, Protestant and more.

These communities have deep historical and biblical roots, with Christianity having a long and significant presence in the region since the earliest days of the faith. They have contributed to the cultural, social, and religious tapestry of the Levant and still exist today preserving the historic holy sites and towns.

Over time, Levantine Christians have faced various challenges, including geopolitical tensions, war, occupation, diaspora, and changes in the demographics of the region. Organizations like Living Stones World aim to unite and support these communities, preserving our collective heritage and fostering connections among Levantine Christians worldwide.

The Name

“As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to Him—you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ” (1 Peter 2:4–5).

• Believers are the “living stones” of the church that Jesus promised to build (Matthew 16:18).

• As the Master Builder, God places His living stones just where He wants us to be (1 Corinthians 12:18).

• As living stones, we are connected to one another in the body of Christ (Romans 12:5).

• The “job description” of a living stone: a speaker of praise, a declarer of truth and love and light (1 Peter 2:9).

Assignment

With the inheritance our ancestors gave us, comes the assignment to be connected as one body of Christ -wherever He wants us to be - standing for truth, peace and love.