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It was twenty-one years ago that I first heard of Christian Science
It was twenty-one years ago that I first heard of Christian Science. I was invited to spend part of my summer holidays with a friend who was a Christian Scientist. That visit proved to be one of the most enjoyable I had ever experienced. The joyous atmosphere of the home, the practical application of religion in the daily routine, and the mutual helpfulness of each of its members were a revelation. Christian Science was discussed in the family only occasionally in my presence; but when mentioned it was done with a fearlessness and assurance that had great weight in convincing me that it was a religion I had never dreamed of as possible, although I had longed for such a one many times.
I had previously become discouraged, as life seemed so hopeless and it was such uphill work to overcome seeming limitations. I had prayed with all the sincerity I could gain that my life might be made something worth while, and that opportunities might not be wasted. I therefore felt that Christian Science had come into my experience as a direct answer to that prayer. Before my return home I had succeeded in grasping from the textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy, sufficient understanding of true prayer to overcome headaches, pains, and minor fears. On my return I found I desired a copy of the textbook more than anything else; and when I wrote to my friend to ascertain how I might procure one, he lovingly presented me with a copy. I had many doubts and misgivings as to many of the truths given therein; but invariably some Bible text which I had learned in Sunday school and in my experiences in church work and Bible study would come up to verify Mrs. Eddy's statements. I had many opportunities of proving the efficacy of Christian Science in my home, with three small nephews and my mother, which proofs completely overcame any sense of opposition to further progress.
I soon found I could not continue my church work as superintendent of a large Sunday school, helping in Christian Endeavor and choir work, without revealing a decided change in my views on the many subjects continually coming up for discussion. I found myself before long being looked upon with suspicion, and somewhat shunned; but I decided that it was Truth I wanted and not a human sense of church and mere social community life. I wanted to be free to study Christian Science alone, and found I had to take a definite stand and declare whom I would serve. It took me a year to come to the conclusion that I must go through the seemingly painful ordeal of severing my connection with the church with which I had so long been associated; but I can never forget the great sense of freedom experienced when I had honestly stated my position to the pastor and asked to have my resignation as Sunday school superintendent accepted, also my withdrawal from church membership.
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August 30, 1924 issue
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Safety
ROBERT STANLEY ROSS
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Trust
KATE W. BUCK
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The Sheltering Wing
ARTHUR L. HITCHCOCK
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Expressions of Gratitude
RALPH G. LINDSTROM
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"Spiritual living and blessedness"
CLARA SCHRADER STREETER
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True Planting
REGINA B. M. NASH
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"Give, and it shall be given unto you"
FRANCES BAINES
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"Thou art the Christ"
W. CYPRIAN BRIDGE
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To countless people the Bible and the teachings of...
William Kenneth Primrose,
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Christian Science is rational, and through its right application...
Richard Hubert Smith, Committee on Publication for the State of Montana,
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Christian Scientists are very grateful for the recognition...
Robert G. Steel, Committee on Publication for the State of Michigan,
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Christian Science teaches that "the divine Mind is the...
Mrs. Hettie Williams, Committee on Publication for Gloucestershire, England,
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A recent issue contains an article entitled, "Mrs. Eddy...
Mrs. Caroline Getty, Committee on Publication for France,
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A recent issue of your paper contains an article criticizing...
Arthur John Chapman, Committee on Publication for the State of Louisiana,
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Your correspondent defines Christianity in the statement...
Edward Warwick Broadbent, Acting Committee on Publication for Yorkshire, England,
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The entire teaching of Christian Science is based upon...
Fred B. Kerrick, Committee on Publication for Northern California,
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In the clear and understanding report of a lecture on...
Miss Anna Petersen, Committee on Publication for Denmark,
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In a recent report on "the Ministry of Healing" by the...
Mrs. Elsie Ashwell, Committee on Publication for Warwickshire, England,
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Scientific Demonstration
Albert F. Gilmore
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Justice
Duncan Sinclair
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The Universality of Good
Ella W. Hoag
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The Lectures
with contributions from Charles Delacour le Maistre, August Kahn, Rufus Carter, Oscar H. Topf, Cora Testerman Libbey, Virginia H. Shay
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Through reading the Christian Science textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures"...
Charles M. Ryder
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My heart is overflowing with gratitude, and I wish...
Violet R. Reynolds
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I should like to express by means of this testimony my...
Alice Crot with contributions from Jules Crot
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It was twenty-one years ago that I first heard of Christian Science
George J. Anderson
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Christian Science came to me soon after a loved one had...
Harriet L. Worthington
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On page 454 of "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures"...
Audrey R. Wiggins
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A sense of deep gratitude prompts me to express my...
John Martin Young
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For years I had suffered from what the medical profession...
Adah Eva Pratt
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I wish to express my gratitude for what Christian Science...
Louise P. Anderson with contributions from Fred E. Anderson
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"Be still, and know"
MARGARET L. WINCHESTER
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Signs of the Times
with contributions from Calvin Coolidge, Leverhulme, Allen B. Philputt
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Announcements
with contributions from Trustees Under The Will Of Mary Baker Eddy