Article July 13, 1912 Issue

AMONG THE CHURCHES

[Translated from the Swedish.]

Christian Science—most people have surely at some time come across this name in the daily newspapers or magazines, and most people think of it as a religious movement of American origin—is the teaching of absolute good, which believes in its world-conquering power; and what religion does not believe the same? Now Christian Science is about to establish itself and make its entry into Stockholm. As a matter of fact, it has been here for some time, although its existence has been unobserved. In Östermalm it has had its center for some time, with regular services and sale of its own literature. The services are well attended and Christian Science has won many adherents here in Stockholm, so we are informed by architect Count Cronstedt, who is for the present the most prominent worker here.

The Christian Scientists, with Count Cronstedt as their representative, are addressing the government, requesting permission to form a society in the capital, and there is surely no reason to suppose their request will not be complied with. "We have sent in our petition," says Count Cronstedt, "in order that our activities may have their footing upon a legal basis, that we may have a Sunday school, etc. But our intention is not to proselytize, it is not according to our teachings to do so. If any one has found in this teaching a solution to the great questions and problems of life, he gladly imparts his joy thereat to others; thus reason the Scientists, but they do not attempt to force others to believe in their doctrine."

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