Editorial January 1, 1972 Issue

Christian Science Healing as a Profession

Naomi Price

Some students of Christian Science follow professions that take them into worlds such as commerce, law, physical science, engineering, space exploration, journalism; and they utilize their understanding of God with healing effects wherever they may be. Some feel themselves divinely directed to devote their lives exclusively to the work of metaphysical healing. They are known as Christian Science practitioners.

These men and women are by no means casually independent do-gooders. Before their names and addresses may be inscribed in the worldwide directory of practitioners in The Christian Science Journal, they are carefully screened to determine their spiritual worthiness and ability to heal. They are required to be available on a full-time basis to serve the public through the healing prayer that constitutes Christian Science treatment, and they must conform strictly to a code of spiritual ethics which protects both their patients and themselves from malpractice.

The public practice of Christian Science is scrupulously regulated under the By-Laws of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts. One who enters this healing ministry on a recognized, professional basis is required to approach it with as much dedication as would be needed to embark on any other profession demanding special skill.

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