Article January 2, 1960 Issue

Window Displays

The window display is an impersonal ambassador for the Christian Science Reading Room. It presents Christian Science and the possibility of spiritual healing to the passer-by. Indeed, the window display is often an individual's introduction to the writings of our beloved Leader, Mary Baker Eddy.

How important it is, therefore, that the displays be representative of the high standard of Christian Science. One entrusted with this work should take into consideration the importance of using fresh stock and adequate display equipment in assembling a thoughtful presentation of Mrs. Eddy's writings, including "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures," as well as the other authorized literature and items carried in a Reading Room. He keeps in mind that a window display attracts, informs, inspires, and invites. A display that is well thought out to meet the signs of the times in the community embodies within itself its own attraction and invitation. Arrangement, color harmony, diversity of material, as well as a thoughtfully worked-out message, have their part in attracting, informing, enlightening, and healing the passer-by.

In fulfilling its God-inspired purpose, the window display should be enjoyed and utilized. Supporting metaphysical work is, therefore, essential. In this connection a librarian writes: "We held a staff meeting at which the principal subject for discussion was 'windows.' Helpful passages from the Bible and Mrs. Eddy's writings were recalled. The results of this meeting were immediate. We began to sell more books and to receive numerous inquiries from those who read at the window. The lending library became more active too, and, best of all, four copies of the textbook, Science and Health, were sold as a direct result of the window display."

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