For nearly a century, Christian Science nursing facilities have served as quiet havens, where Christian Science healing may be practiced and supported. Each month, the Journal publishes a brief explanation of the services Christian Science nursing facilities offer at the end of its Directory of Christian Science Nurses (see p. 122).
Most Christian Science nursing facilities are inspected regularly, either by a government agency, an accrediting organization, or both. Recently, representatives from 26 of the accredited Christian Science nursing facilities in North America and Europe came together for an important meeting about the future of the two accrediting organizations that have overseen these facilities. Their inspiring report follows.