In the Christian Science Bible Lesson

Finding my way home

BY BEV HAWLEY

A family's longing to "go home" is replaced by a deeper appreciation for the good already in their lives.

BY FENELLA BENNETTS

Rather than just a collection of bricks and mortar, home is an expanding, flexible spiritual concept.

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.