In Science and Health, p. 570 Ms. Eddy refers to Millions of unprejudiced minds — simple seekers for Truth, weary wanderers, athirst in the desert — are waiting and watching for rest and drink. Give them a cup of cold water in Christ’s name, and never fear the consequences. The Church Alive Weekly Questions are … Continue reading millions of unprejudiced minds
Tag: Church Alive
a little honesty, please
I think it is time for the Christian Science community to be a little more honest with themselves (and the public at large). The Mother Church can scoff at the "false" idea that Christian Science forbids it's followers from seeking medical care. The TMC can even let the NYTimes interview some CSPs with their blessing, … Continue reading a little honesty, please
Physical Challenges to Church Accessibility
The questions from Church Alive have offered interesting insights into what issues Branch Churches are dealing with. Most have been mundane, how to improve community outreach, how to increase membership, and then there was this one: Week 26: "Could you give me some ideas on how a church can include those who are physically challenged? … Continue reading Physical Challenges to Church Accessibility
a Church Dispirited and Prayers for Prosperity
Someone recently pointed out the Mother Church is in the middle of their Annual Meeting. Apparently it is only online this year (complete with Twitter feed), so it may reach a wider audience (and lets be honest keep the costs down). I have never bothered to pay attention to Annual Meetings, or TMC costs, and … Continue reading a Church Dispirited and Prayers for Prosperity
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*