Additional Resources

Practitioners

Anyone seeking healing and spiritual growth through prayer may contact 

a Christian Science practitioner for help. Practitioners are dedicated 

and experienced Christian Scientists who devote their full time on 

a professional basis to the healing ministry of Christian Science. 

A list of practitioners worldwide may be found in 

The Christian Science Journal, a monthly publication available at our Reading Room.

http://christianscience.com/healing/christian-science-practitioner/

Visiting Nurse Service

Christian Science visiting nurses are experienced Christian Scientists 

who have been trained to provide all kinds of in-home, non-medical physical 

care for those relying on spiritual means for healing.  He or she is an experienced 

Christian Scientist prepared to provide skillful physical care and spiritual 

reassurance consistent with the theology of Christian Science. 

Christian Science nursing does not include any form of medical treatment, 

such as diagnosing, drugs, or therapy.

Their services include:

Cleansing and bandaging wounds

Baths, shampoos, and nail care

Nutrition guidance and assistance

Daily care

Quick response to emergency calls

Assistance in locating:  Private-duty nurses, Care Facilities, Home Assistants

http://christianscience.com/healing/christian-science-nurse/

Care Facilities

Christian Science Nursing Care Facilities provide for the human needs 

(nursing services and facilities, as appropriate) of individuals while 

they are seeking healing through reliance on Christian Science.

http://christianscience.com/healing/christian-science-nurse/facilities/

Committees on Publication

Committees on Publication are members of The Mother Church (The First Church of Christ, Scientist in Boston) throughout the world who are appointed to provide accurate information about Christian Science to the public—including the media, educators, and legislators. Anyone may contact the Committee for his or her jurisdiction (state, province, or country) by phone, fax, or e-mail.  

To find the Committee near you, 

http://christianscience.com/media-inquiries/committee/

or telephone (800) 450-8950   /   (617) 450-3353 outside U.S..

Chaplains

Christian Science chaplains regularly conduct services at local penal institutions and provide free Christian Science literature to inmates. Chaplains are also available for one-on-one visits with inmates and to provide prayerful support as requested. Schedules of services and information on contacting a chaplain may be obtained from the warden of an institution.

Christian Science Organizations on Campus

Christian Science Organizations on College Campuses are formed by and for students  throughout the United States. These groups usually hold weekly inspirational meetings, as well as provide various opportunities to meet other Christian Scientists. (In addition, some Organizations maintain houses in which students can live with other Christian Scientists.)  Each Organization has the support of a local Christian Science church and usually at least one non-student adviser.

Click here to find a Christian Science Organization,

or telephone (800) 288-7155 ext. 3461   /   (617) 450-3461 outside the U.S