As Christian Scientists we believe the commands of Jesus were meant for all of his followeres, and that the command to heal the sick is no less imperative than that to preach the gospel.
The
thought has come to the writer on many occasions as to whether Christian Scientists are awake to realize what a rich legacy their revered Leader has bequeathed to humanity in her published works.
Strangely
enough, after nearly half a century of healing work done by Christian Science, and the records of thousands of cures accomplished by its means, a question has been raised by critics as to whether the teaching of Christian Science is a menace to the health of the community.
While appreciating the reverend gentleman's commendation of that which he can approve in Christian Science, we must enter a protest against being held up to the world as a stumbling-block to human progress.
A press despatch quotes a prominent Unitarian minister as declaring Christian Science to be "a menace to the country and to national life" and "a fanaticism.
