Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How … Read More
Message from Administrator (Dec 2011)
It’s a time for giving gratitude and spiritual gifts, to show our reverence for the coming of Christ to human consciousness. We join our fellow Christians in honoring Christ Jesus and rejoicing in his teachings, his healings, and his precious example. Jesus set the standard for our activities today. The gospel message of Christ is for all time. Mary Baker … Read More
From the Administrator (Nov 2011)
As you can see from the photo, work on the Fern Lodge building project has progressed steadily, and before the end of November we expect to welcome visitors through the new entrance and into a gracious reception area. For up-to-date photos of the progress, please visit our blog at fernlodge.org. “Every step of progress is a step more spiritual,” This … Read More
Message from Administrator (August 2011)
The new Fern Lodge entrance building project is nearing completion, and our fall Focus will have photos. This issue features a report from the Fern Lodge annual meeting last spring, including the complete text of the inspiring talk, “Living Eternal Life,” by Susan Breuer, C.S. Inside you will hear from two dedicated volunteer readers and also from a Principia College … Read More
Gratitude for our Staff
from George Strong, Administrator The Fern Lodge Focus and our website, https://fernlodge.org, give us an opportunity to share with you insights into our work in the healing ministry of Christian Science nursing. In our last issue, some of the Christian Science nurses on our staff told what brought them into Christian Science nursing. Now we will let some of the … Read More
Message from the Administrator — 10 May 2010
Dear Friends, On Monday, March 1, one of our cooks came into my office with a plate of cookies and offered me one. That’s not unusual, our cooks take good care of everyone at Fern Lodge all the time. What was unusual was that this was a fortune cookie, I could tell by how it was folded. It was the … Read More
Message from the Administrator 2009
One afternoon not long ago I was working at my desk when I heard music coming from outside. I opened my door, and on the patio I saw a small group of guests gathered around a man who was playing sweet and lively melodies on his fiddle. His mom was one of those in the group listening, and I was … Read More
Message from the Administrator 2008
The Role of the Church Manual in Christian Science Church–100 Years of Discipline Christian Science nursing is a timeless expression of Christ’s love. It is one way Christians can fulfill Christ Jesus’ command, “Love one another as I have loved you.” All who seek to follow Jesus’ example and demonstrate Christian Science healing must include simple kindness and care for … Read More
Slaying Modern Goliaths
excerpts from a talk by George Strong Think about the Story in 1 Samuel 17. The giant, Goliath, challenged Israel, shouting, “Choose your man to meet me. If I kill him, you shall be our slaves.” For forty days, he repeated his challenge. David, a young shepherd, came forward to meet Goliath, putting his trust in God. David chose five … Read More
Christian Science nursing – a healing ministry
by George Strong, Administrator Anyone who had the opportunity to attend the Annual Meeting of The Mother Church, or to watch it broadcast over the Internet, heard a message from the Nursing Manager that brought me a deep sense of joy and gratitude. We heard Christian Science nursing described in simple terms that showed it as the practice of Christian … Read More