Welcome to Lemstone Christian Stores®.

We're America's only Christian retail franchise.

For 21 years, we have been helping people realize their dreams of owning a business with a ministry impact in their community. If you are looking for a career change or enhancement, Lemstone Christian Stores may be for you.

A Lemstone franchise brings together two great strengths: the strengths of a chain operation (advanced store/fixture designs, sophisticated technology systems/platforms, higher margins, greater buying power, top notch training, professional promotions) with the strengths of independent ownership (knowledge of the local market, excellence in customer service, equity "on the sales floor" owner involvement, personal contact and relationship building). This unique combination makes franchising a powerful and effective the business structure in today's competitive environment.

Lemstone Christian Stores is unique. We are America's only Christian book, music, and gift store franchise and have helped scores of people realize their dream of reaching others for Christ by owning their own business. As we look at the culture, consumer trends, the growth of church and para-church ministries, demographic changes, as well as increased interest in spiritual and traditional values, we see an expanding industry and a bright and promising future for Lemstone and Christian retailing.

What the Lemstone Franchise System Provides-Know How

Lemstone provides the needed know-how in all areas of retail store development and operations. We provide a total development package including assistance with site selection and lease negotiation, architectural store design, store construction, fixtures, equipment, computers and software systems, balanced product mix, complete management training , accounting services, inventory management, advertising programs, on-site store set-up and grand opening assistance. Also, the Lemstone store support program goes beyond just "opening the door." Regularly scheduled field visits to your store by experienced members of our operations team assist you with improving the management of your store. Our custom Lemstone Intranet facilitates communications and in-field coordination. Regional and national Lemstone conventions and training seminars will give you the opportunity to share and benefit from the combined experience of the Lemstone franchise family. Fellowship and friendship with Lemstone staff and other franchisees will enhance your store lifestyle experience.

Balanced Product Mix for Today's Consumer

Lemstone Christian Stores has a strong outreach to today's consumer. Since Lemstone does not have a traditional "religious" image, we attract many "seekers" and non-Christians or nominal Christian shoppers who appreciate our location and the professional design and decor of our store. Christians are delighted to find the Christian product they demand so conveniently located and professionally merchandised. The store becomes a strategic witness for Christ in the market and shows your community that Christianity is contemporary and relevant to the problems and challenges confronting our culture today.

Is Franchise Ownership with Lemstone Christian Stores® for you?

Are you looking for a career change or a career enhancement? Does the concept of combining business with ministry appeal to you? Do you have a passion for ministry? Do you want to impact your community for Christ? Do you feel that your market is in need of a professionally designed and operated Christian retail store? Do you want to own your own business without being "on your own?" Then consider franchise ownership with Lemstone Christian Stores. I'd like to tell you more about our franchise…there's lots to tell. So take the first step and fill in the Express Request form below. I look forward to hearing from you.

Phil Darr
Vice President
Lemstone Christian Stores®