I was recently reminded that not everyone who comes across this blog is/was/has been a Christian Scientist. I'd like to reach out to them and offer them a little hope and some explanation. There are so many things that being "in Science" involves. In many ways I feel fortunate to have escaped with a mere … Continue reading the BIG ISSUE – a post for those new to CS
some questions answered
I've been noticing a trend in questions recently and thought I should address them all in one post. If I missed any questions you may have had, leave a comment or e-mail me. Are you still a Christian Scientist? No. I have not relied exclusively on CS for healing for a number of years, and … Continue reading some questions answered
suffering is oft the divine agent in this elevation
I recently re-read Open the Doors of the Temple: The Survival of Christian Science in the Twenty-first Century by Nancy Niblack Baxter. It is a thought provoking read, by a mostly sympathetic convert of over fifty years. Ms. Baxter obviously feels strongly about CS, the direction it is headed, and makes several excellent suggestions for … Continue reading suffering is oft the divine agent in this elevation
there is no church protocol
I did not initially have a post planned for today, but a friend recently shared an article about Liz Heywood and her stand against religious abuse (you can read more about her story on her blog). I mostly skimmed the article, Ms. Heywood tends to make a regular appearance when I google for former-CS as … Continue reading there is no church protocol
supernatural & highly abstract hygiene
I follow a number of blogs written by both practicing and former Christian Scientists. I try to find ones that are inspiring, thought provoking, different, well-researched, and relatively new to the scene. There are lots of interesting CS and former-CS bloggers out there. The other day, LebensFreude-Heilung (for the English, visit Vitality and Healing) posted … Continue reading supernatural & highly abstract hygiene
2 a: still in existence, force, or operation*
The Mother Church is running a campaign to rejuvenate the CS movement called "Church Alive." Interestingly, there are a number of other religious groups that are also using the theme of "Church Alive." The Catholics have a "Church Alive" website, there is a Church Alive YouTube channel, a TV station and a series published by … Continue reading 2 a: still in existence, force, or operation*
Is the Universe, Including Man, Evolved by Atomic Force?
The day after I mailed in my letter of voluntary withdrawal from The Mother Church I got junk mail from the same organization: Special Offer - 20% Savings! complete with the option to enroll in the Automatic Renewal Program. The pre-checked box said: YES! Please send me 12 issues of the Christian Science Quarterly Bible … Continue reading Is the Universe, Including Man, Evolved by Atomic Force?
Right Use of Temporary Means
With everything that's been happening with Principia recently I decided to take a look at the 2012-2013 Principa College catalog. I've flipped through it before, mostly looking for their policies on homosexual activity, but I decided to take another glance through and see if I could clarify their policy on the all-encompassing use of the … Continue reading Right Use of Temporary Means
even the Athiests
This isn't really a post, just something I came across and felt was worth sharing: I love Pope Francis. I'm not Catholic, or ever planning to be, but the guy is just awesome. via the Guardian Pope Francis says atheists can be good - Just do good, and we'll find a meeting point, says Francis … Continue reading even the Athiests
leaving the Mother Ship (part 3), writing the letter
This is the third post in a series about leaving TMC. Previous posts about leaving The Mother Church Part 1 and Part 2. For all posts see the tag "goodbyeTMC." There appear to be two ways to contact the Clerk (aka the person in charge of membership rosters) of TMC: e-mail (clerk@christianscience.com) and snail-mail: Clerk … Continue reading leaving the Mother Ship (part 3), writing the letter
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