I feel strongly about the separation of Church and State. I enjoy having the freedom to practice whatever I'd like, and the freedom from being forced to practice any particular religion. It makes me uncomfortable when "conservatives" with "Christian" values start lobbying Congress for laws that line up with their (Old Testament) views on morality … Continue reading Christian Science, Health Care & the Government
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my path away from CS
Growing up a Christian Scientist I often felt isolated from the rest of society. I didn't go to the doctor, or take medication. I went to church every Sunday, and often on Wednesdays as well. I wasn't "saved" or "born again" or even baptized. I hadn't "found Jesus" or taken Communion classes. I didn't go … Continue reading my path away from CS
striking a balance
I wrote this some time ago and there never seemed to be an appropriate time to share. I found there is/was an unhealthy focus and emphasis on "natural" childbirth within the CS movement. Don't get me wrong, I'm fine with "natural" but "natural" is not inherently safer, nor should people be judged by the choices … Continue reading striking a balance
“just” go to a Doctor
People who are not raised "in Science" often do not understand why Christian Scientists don't seek medical assistance. This is an issue that has puzzled me as well, many CS wear glasses, visit the dentist, put braces on their children's teeth, and yet they do nothing when a child injures themselves or falls ill. I … Continue reading “just” go to a Doctor
Daily Struggles for Healing
Over the years, as I grew more aware of Christian Science beyond the confines of my Sunday School class, my awareness of the importance of healings grew. The membership must not only demonstrate the healing power of Christian Science, they must also share their experiences with the world.The Herald, The Journal, The Sentinel and numerous* … Continue reading Daily Struggles for Healing
Read the Book & Pray Better
While I never heard from Elder Fox and Elder the Short one with Glasses again my information had been entered into the cell phone which was handed along to the new "Elders" who were assigned missionary duty in my area. About nine months after my initial encounter with Elders Fox & TSOWG, new missionaries arrived … Continue reading Read the Book & Pray Better
the Missionaries & breaking up with God
While the birth of my first child and subsequent experiences led me to cease to actively follow Christian Science (CS) doctrine I did (and do) still turn to many of the platitudes espoused by Christian Science when dealing with problems that arise. I find the language and the step-by-step problem solving process comforting. Even though … Continue reading the Missionaries & breaking up with God
Where to Start
I remember the day I started to lose faith in Christian Science. It was a Sunday in January. After a week of bed rest, sincere prayer and study my midwife informed me my blood pressure was high enough we needed to go to the emergency room, now. Tearful and totally freaked out, I called my … Continue reading Where to Start
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