Article July 21, 1934 Issue

Our Shop Windows

CONSTANCE ARMFIELD

In a busy city thoroughfare a student of Christian Science stopped to observe a new shop window strikingly different from others along the street. A bowl of flowers was placed harmoniously against a simple curtain, which screened the light and spacious room behind it. Near the front were open books, inviting perusal. Peace, beauty, harmony seemed to flow from the attractive exhibition. The newest and smallest church in the great city, a branch Church of Christ, Scientist, had established its Reading Room.

The street was in the principal shopping and residential district, a much-used highway along which the student often passed. The window close upon the pavement, attractive throughout the day and brightly lighted throughout the night, served as a beacon of hope and refreshment to passers-by, giving evidence of the secure establishment of the church which maintained the Reading Room.

Some time later the student had occasion to introduce Christian Science to the notice of a friend to whom, it was found, the window was a familiar sight. So easily accessible was the Reading Room that a visit was made quite naturally, a copy of "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy purchased by the friend for a relative in need of healing, and a lending copy borrowed.

Enjoy 1 free Sentinel article or audio program each month, including content from 1898 to today.

Send a comment to the editors
NEXT IN THIS ISSUE
Article
Successful Living
July 21, 1934
Contents

We'd love to hear from you!

Easily submit your testimonies, articles, and poems online.

Submit