1. "I'm always searching for ways to artfully and soulfully bring spiritual concepts into public thought," artist Alex Cook says. This work has taken him around the United States and overseas to paint murals, organize community art projects, found a mural painting program for teenagers, and compose spiritual music for broad audiences. Alex recently released a CD of original Bible-based rock music, "Tree of Life." See his Q&A answer. Page 9.
2. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Julie Ward began a career as a ballet and jazz dancer, later becoming a teacher and choreographer. "Everything about dancing," Julie says, "was preparing me for the practice of Christian Science healing." Julie also started teaching Sunday School the Sunday she turned twenty and continues to love to teach today. Read her article, "Inevitable Health." Page 35.
3. After 17 years of private practice in labor and employment law, Ken Bemis took on a more public role three years ago as a legislative attorney for The First Church of Christ, Scientist. Across the US, "Keb"—as he's known to friends and family—has had frequent conversations with a variety of people about Christian Science. "I've found a great respect for Christian Science once people have a more accurate view of what it is," he said from his home office in Sherwood, Oregon. See "Beyond Faith." Page 38.
