Since 1956 I have been a faithful adherent of Christian Science. One day a man we know called my son's attention to Science, and he brought me the joyous news that I could be freed from my almost unbearable pain.
I was troubled day and night by meniscitis. None of the many doctors I consulted had been able to heal me. I wore a supporting corset, and I could not walk without a cane. Eventually stomach, liver, and gallbladder conditions also developed to such an extent that I could not leave my bed. I lost my courage to live, and I despaired of my life.
It was at this moment the joyous message of Christian Science was brought to me. I was immediately ready to accept this practical religion. An acquaintance gave me a copy of the textbook, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" by Mary Baker Eddy, which I read, although because of my weak condition it was not easy for me to grasp the healing truths it contains. But I was relying so firmly on God's help that I would let nothing deter me from studying the book more and more.
