I wish to express my gratitude for the blessings that have come to me as a result of my trip to Boston to attend the Communion service. Through my healing, I have been interested in the study of Christian Science for several years, and have had the benefit of class instruction, but apathy and indifference have prevented me from ever wishing to attend the Communion services before. This year I had no sooner desired the privilege than it was given me.
I was very fortunate in having the company of my teacher, and the journey from my home to Boston on a train filled almost exclusively with Scientists, was a revelation to me. I never imagined such a peaceful atmosphere as that which surrounded us, though the cars were filled, as I now recall, and if mortal mind had been predominant there would have been an uncomfortable realization of this. Then instead of the walk through eight cars to the dining car seeming disagreeble or tiresome, it was a joy to observe all the people so earnest and so happy, studying the lesson for the following Sunday, reading from Science and Health, etc., working in some way for the Cause so loved by all. Not thought of fatigue was expressed to my first experience train was several hours late in reaching Boston. It was my first experience in traveling with Scientists, and although it may seem a very simple thing, I am thankful to recall the peace and harmony that prevailed. It seemed as though divine Love gave me more than I could have asked in many ways.
Our accommodations in Boston were better than we had been promised when we engaged our place by correspondence, and could not have been pleasanter. The days were perfect and were filled with gladness. The beautiful service on Sunday, with the message and invitation from our Leader, seemed far beyond my expectation, as well as beyond anything that I felt I deserved. I could only "be still" as I realized the goodness of God.
So much has been said of our visit to Concord, as well as of the meetings, that I could not hope to add one word. It is my sincere wish to have the memory of our Leader and the words she spoke that day, ever with me.
When I parted from my friend I once more took up my association with those who are dwelling on the plane of mortal mind. I realized that the best they could offer in kindness and love (and I am not unmindful of all I received) could not supply the atmosphere and surroundings of those who are trying to dwell "in the secret place of the Most High." From a worldly standpoint, there was nothing lacking that friendship could suggest in my various visits en route to my home from Boston, but for the first time since I began the study of Science, I felt that mortal mind's best is not quite enough, and I have been well satisfied to spend hours alone with the writings of Mrs. Eddy, or our valued periodicals. This means a great deal to me, for I have always been dependent on my friend and have been an inveterate seeker for pleasure, always looking for what I called a good time. I can truly say that in this trip to Boston I sought first and only the kingdom of God—good—and I found all other things were added unto me.
Chicago, Ill.
