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Zambia

Calvary Church

Empowering children, youth, and families in Livingstone through holistic care, education, and discipleship.

Empowering communities through faith and service

Founded in 1979, by Canadian missionaries Rev. Peter and Muriel Mitchel, Calvary Church has grown from a small mission into a dynamic centre of community transformation in Livingstone, Zambia. Over the decades, the church has planted churches and developed programs addressing both spiritual and practical needs of the community. Today, the church's Community Centre supports children, youth, and families, with programs that integrate education, vocational skills, health support, and discipleship.

Our Partnership

Through the Calvary Community Centre, students receive homework support, digital literacy training, and music lessons, while daily devotionals and Bible teaching nurture spiritual growth. Home visits complement centre-based programs, engaging children, families, and neighbors in Bible study, prayer, and mentoring.

Adult participants benefit from skills-based programs such as literacy and catering, which include internships and practical experience to improve employability. Vocational and educational initiatives are designed to empower both youth and adults, providing pathways to sustainable livelihoods while fostering a culture of learning and personal growth.

Health and well-being are central to Calvary’s ministry. Daily meals, wellness education, basic health checks, counseling, and food relief ensure that children and families have access to essential support. Hope Story comes alongside Calvary by strengthening these  programs that support education, health, and discipleship within the community.

Calvary Church
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How they make an impact

Education

Preschool, Drop-in Centre, Adult Literacy, Trade School

Health

Daily Meals, Food Relief, Counselling 

Discipleship

Daily Meals, Health Checks, Counselling 

Strong communities

Community Engagement, Abuse prevention

I was drawn to Hope Story’s gospel-centred, church-led model that empowers communities.Your transparency, integrity, and care for children’s physical and spiritual needs give me confidence.

Melody Brooks

I’ve seen firsthand the impact Hope Story has on individuals and communities, partnering with local churches to create ownership and lasting, meaningful change.

Warren Griffin
Warren Griffin | Former Board Chair

I was drawn to Hope Story’s care for vulnerable children and its thoughtful, efficient leadership that builds local capacity and avoids dependency.

Dr. Dan Poenaru
Dr. Dan Poenaru, MD PhD, Pediatric Surgeon, Montreal Children’s Hospital; Professor of Surgery, McGill University, Dean, Shalom University Medical School, Bunia, DRC

It has been my pleasure to partner with Hope Story over the last few years to contribute to this exceptional organization. We’ve worked together to develop international events for our company with the proceeds supporting vulnerable children. We are proud of the work Hope Story does and look forward to many years of partnership ahead.

Roy Neufert
Roy Neufert | Global Warranty, President & CEO

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Leadership

Amos Banda - Community Centre Manager

Amos leads the centre’s programs, guiding both their spiritual and operational direction by mentoring staff, overseeing program implementation, tracking progress, and nurturing meaningful connections with children and families.

Your gift helps provide education, health services, and gospel witness to vulnerable children and families in Livingston.