In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

EVENTS THAT MADE THE SPIRITS SOAR IN '08

KIM SHIPPEY, SENIOR WRITER

TRIALS CAN HELP PURIFY AND MOLD THOUGHT, AND BRING OUT THE GOLD IN INDIVIDUAL CHARACTER.

KATIE S. BROWN

PRAYERS TO GOD IN TIMES OF TRIALS ARE ANSWERED.

BY LOUISE THORNTON

As she watched seagulls, the writer realized there's always more to the human scene than meets the eye.

BY ANN SEBRING

How learning to let go of worry leads to healing.

BY ROSALIE E. DUNBAR,

Guided by the Golden Rule, the family of nations can work together to address the global financial crisis.

BY CARYL EMRA FARKAS

The message of Christmas hope leads naturally to a desire for progress and renewal in the coming year.

BY PAMELA J. CONCAR

When it looks as if her world is falling apart, this writer turns every thought over to God and His master plan for her life.

BY RON MANGELSDORF

Challenged to feel hopeful about the new year? Let prayer take you to bedrock reasons for a brighter view.

MARY BAKER EDDY

Early in 1906, The Ladies' Home Journal asked Mary Baker Eddy if she would prepare an article on the meaning of Christmas for its December issue.

with contributions from Rhianna, Marion

Two girls from England share their own inspired Christmas carols.

BY RACHEL HOLLAND RICHARDSON

While rehearsing for a holiday ballet, this teen learns her part is bigger than she ever expected.

This week we've invited four photographers to share their favorite seasonal photographs, taken in various part of the world.