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Exploring in depth what Christian Science is and how it heals.

A Genuinely Integrated Church

"Where are all the black people tonight?" asked a young Christian Scientist at a branch church membership meeting. The members were seeking to gain a higher understanding of true brotherliness.

Keep Your Eye on the Ball

Self-discipline is the "correction or regulation of oneself for the sake of improvement. " Webster's Seventh New Collegiate Dictionary; It is widely recognized as essential to satisfactory performance in sports, but it is just as important in studying and applying Christian Science.

"I shall not die, but live"

Spiritual advancement alone is liberating. When mortals are encumbered by sickness, discordant relationships, or fear of failure, they may be tempted to believe that death would be a release.

"It's not some awful thing happening"

If one were to list, in order of importance, all the enemies of mankind, fear would certainly be near the top of the list. One might even see freedom from fear as the ultimate objective of most of mankind's efforts.

Communion Undisturbed

Every individual who understands Christian Science hopes to contribute in some way to its healing ministry. A prerequisite to any degree of success in this endeavor is mastering the art of quiet communion with God.

Facing the Illusion of Matter

Individuals who practice Christian healing usually decide that they must penetrate more deeply beyond what is considered to be diseased matter. Often this thoughtful searching has led to a rather fundamental conclusion.

The Instant of Healing

Every Christian Science treatment is given with the anticipation of instant healing. No one really has to wait for Truth.

Healing the Child Through the Parent's Thought

Children are great mimics. We often smile to see a young boy who walks like his father or a little girl who gestures just like her mother.

The Ultimate Happiness

The quest for happiness is as old as recorded time. Moses and the tribes of Israel sought a Promised Land as they trudged through the wilderness.

On campus: a spiritual stir

It was a day of trouble for New York University. A student strike was under way, and there had been demonstrations following the invasion of Cambodia and the Kent State slayings.