Last spring, , member of the Board of Lectureship of The Mother Church, spoke to the public in many African countries. The lectures were sponsored by branch Churches of Christ, Scientist, Christian Science Societies, and informal groups in various cities and townships. Here are impressions from Mr. Carr's travel book:
Nairobi, Kenya—A warm response.... Eighty percent of the audience were non-Scientists—the majority Africans. I ... was encouraged by their interest and vitality. One young African recommended translating the lecture into Swahili. ... The Christian Scientists who have elected to remain in Kenya are making a real effort to reach out to the community and to make Africans, as well as Europeans, feel welcome.
Lusaka, Zambia—Among others at the lecture were thirty-one African boys of high school age from a private school in the city. They represent some of the fine families of the country. ... It is hoped that the church ... will be able to interest Africans in joining. The Sunday School membership is ... twelve, mostly Africans.
