Frequently Asked Questions
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Here are a few basic questions and answers about Christian Science. Visit christianscience.com to learn more.
A. Christian Science is the study and demonstration of Christ Jesus’ teachings found in the Bible. Jesus proved that when God’s spiritual laws are understood, healing happens. The laws of God are as powerful and permanent as the laws of music or mathematics and are as effective as they were for Jesus over 2,000 years ago!
A. She is the discoverer of Christian Science and founder of the Christian Science church. In 1866, she was healed of life-threatening injuries by reading the Bible. This healing compelled her to write a book called Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, which was first published in 1875. Although Christian Scientists are very grateful to Mary Baker Eddy for her discovery, they don’t deify or worship her.
A. No, there is no connection whatsoever. Christian Science was discovered in the late 1800s by Mary Baker Eddy. It is based on the Bible and a love of God.
A. No, not in any way. Christian Scientists strive to be independent thinkers and all Christian Science branch churches are governed democratically with no personal preaching or ritualism.
A. It’s up to each individual, but the norm is reliance on treatment by prayer in this Christian system of healing.
A. It is a focused form of prayer for the purpose of healing. Treatment can be used:
You can ask any student of Christian Science for treatment, or seek out a full-time Christian Science practitioner.
A. A practitioner is an experienced Christian Scientist that maintains a full-time professional practice helping others through prayer.
The Christian Science Journal includes a directory of practitioners located in Bellevue and around the world.
Links
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The First Church of Christ, Scientist (also known as The Mother Church) is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. The Church publishes a variety of helpful websites about Christian Science.
Also find local sites, from Christian Science nursing facilities to information about other Christian Science churches & programs.
Simply put, Christian Science is the science of Christianity — the practical application of Christian ideas to daily life. It’s both a religious teaching and a system of healing founded on the Bible’s universal truths.
Learn about Christian Science»
Inspiring articles, live chat events and Christian Science study resources help people around the world find healing solutions to personal, financial, and health-related challenges. visit site»
Read current news from The Christian Science Monitor 24/7. visit site»
Explore more about Mary Baker Eddy’s life and achievements through original documents or ask a researcher a question and receive the answer online. visit site»
Listen to podcasts, watch videos, and participate in online discussions that target the creativity and thoughtfulness of the youthful mind. visit site»
Check out this daily two-minute podcast where Christian Science lecturers share inspirational thoughts. visit site»
Read articles of spiritual healing and church news, and subscribe to the Christian Science Journal. visit site»
Read articles on current events and testimonies of healing, and subscribe to the Christian Science Sentinel. visit site»
The Christian Science Bible Lessons are a daily resource for comfort, support, and inspiration. Each Lesson consists of Bible verses, amplified and explained by related passages from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures. Learn more about the weekly Lesson-Sermons read in churches worldwide and how you can study them throughout the week. visit site»
Inspired by the book, Mary Baker Eddy Mentioned Them, from The Christian Science Publishing Society. visit site»
Sentinel Watch: a weekly podcast from the Christian Science Sentinel. News of Healing: Listen to people’s experiences relating how their study of Christian Science has brought health, restoration, peace, joy, abundance, and healing to their lives. Audio Chats: uplifting thoughts and examples. Sentinel Radio Edition: audio archive of the Christian Science Sentinel–Radio Edition. visit site»
Join the Sunday service at The Mother Church in Boston, Massachusetts. Listen live on Sundays at 10am Eastern time or hear a replay any time during the rest of the week. visit site»
The entire text of Science and Health is available as a free audiobook to listen to online 24 hours a day. visit site»
The mission of the Committee on Publication is to engage with members of the media, lawmakers, and the public to provide an accurate understanding of Christian Science. Contact Lance Matteson: Email: washington@compub.org or Phone: (425) 949-8405
For general information about Christian Science church activity in Washington State, visit this web portal from the Washington State Outreach Committee (WSOC). visit site»
Sunrise Haven is a care facility providing Christian Science nursing and general information about Christian Science nursing. visit site»
Our church donates to this Eastside food bank. You can, too! visit site»
Find out about the distribution of and how to purchase secondhand Christian Science literature in Washington State. visit site»
This conveniently located downtown Reading Room is sponsored by a group of Christian Science churches in the greater Seattle area. visit site»
Media Inquiries:
For media inquiries and other current information on Christian Science in our state, contact the Washington State Committee on Publication. more»
Church History
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The first Christian Science services in Bellevue were held more than 100 years ago.
History of First Church of Christ, Scientist, Bellevue
In 1912, Christian Science services were held informally in Bellevue.
In October 1923, the Christian Science Board of Directors of The Mother Church in Boston, MA formally recognized the Christian Science Society of Bellevue, Washington.
The steady growth of the Society inspired the members to apply for status as a branch church of The Mother Church in 1944.
The membership grew and eventually purchased property on Lake Washington Boulevard where they built a church among trees by the bay.
In November 1940, to accommodate the growing congregation, the church was sold and a new one was built in a new location on NE First Street and 98th Ave NE.
Finally, in July 1959, after thorough consideration and prayer, property was purchased at Lake Washington Boulevard and Overlake Drive, the church’s present location.
The first church service was held in this edifice on April 10, 1960.
Membership
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What is Christian Science? It is based on the teachings and healings of Christ Jesus. The church was founded by Mary Baker Eddy to “…reinstate primitive Christianity and its lost element of healing.”
Membership is a great way to deepen your understanding of Christian Science and your spiritual growth; however, it is not required to attend our church.
Christian Science
churches are governed democratically. Members discuss and vote upon church decisions, and are vital to the operations of the church and its outreach activities.
To become a member,
you will:
For more information,
talk to an usher at our church services.