Christian Science is a Christian sect which follows the teachings of Christ Jesus. The word “Science” refers to the provable laws of God discovered by Mary Baker Eddy. The devoted practice of these laws results in continued healing.
No, Christian Scientists practice her teachings.
Yes. The founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy, ordained the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures as the church’s pastor. Both books are read at weekly church services by two members of the congregation as part of the lesson sermon.
A practitioner is someone who dedicates his or her life to Christian healing. They provide spiritual help that results in healing of all types of difficulties—physical, emotional, relationship, financial. There are practitioners around the globe, most work full time, and are available at all hours of the day. For more information visit the Christian Science Practitioners webpage or reference the Practitioner Scope of Services document.
There is a list of all practitioners in every monthly Christian Science Journal, or online at Find a Christian Science Practitioner.
No, they are different. Find more information about Christian Science here: What is Christian Science?
See our “Children and Dogs” webpage.
You can expect to be lovingly welcomed by members who will help you in any way they can. The dress is casual or formal, whatever you feel comfortable in. At the at Aspen/Snowmass Society participants may be dressed for their other activities for that day such as hiking or skiing. Well-behaved dogs on a leash are welcome, see “Children and Dogs“.