Church Dedications

Note: Christian Science churches are dedicated only when free from debt.

Brookings-Harbor Pilot

Brookings, Oregon (Society).

Many friends joined with the Christian Science Society of Brookings last Sunday in the service of the dedication of the new church. The dedication address was read, a part of which is: "Friends, we have met today to fulfill the purpose for which our church was built—to dedicate it to the service of God and humanity, and to consecrate ourselves to the fulfillment of that purpose.

"Our beloved Leader, Mary Baker Eddy, reminds us in 'Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures' (p. 583), 'The Church is that institution which affords proof of its utility and is found elevating the race, rousing the dormant understanding from material beliefs to the apprehension of spiritual ideas and the demonstration of divine Science, thereby casting out devils, or error, and healing the sick.'"

A brief history of the Christian Science movement in Brookings was reviewed: It began in 1932 when a few students of Christian Science met at the home of one of the group for Wednesday evening testimony meetings. In 1935 regular church services were held Sunday mornings. At that time a small organ was presented to the group by a member.

Keeping in mind the need for a future church, a church building fund was started in 1942. In 1945, to meet the needs of our fast-growing community, larger quarters were obtained in the Odd Fellows Hall. It was in December of that year that the group formally organized and became a Christian Science Society..., a branch of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, Massachusetts....

In January, 1949, the first lecture was given by Ralph E. Wagers of Chicago. In February the membership authorized the purchase of a building lot ... which affords ample parking space. In April of that year ground was broken for the new church, and in October the first services were held.

The building is in two sections. The foyer serves as the Sunday School room as well as the Reading Room. The building is of cottage-type construction. The interior drift-gray redwood paneling on the walls harmonizes with the rose shades of the carpet and of the upholstery.... A fireplace in the foyer adds to the homey atmosphere, which is one of harmony and restfulness. From the rear windows is a lovely view of the blue Pacific.... Deep gratitude was expressed for the ... assistance of the Selina C. Cornish Fund of New York City, to the Trustees under the Will of Mary Baker Eddy, and to the members and friends, without whom the dedication would not have been possible.

Brookings-Harbor Pilot
July 3, 1952

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