by George Strong, Administrator Fern Lodge is built on a foundation of Love. I have been a grateful witness to the sturdy nature of that foundation since I first came to Fern Lodge in 1975. Those who tell of their gratitude for Fern Lodge see, hear and feel evidence of the truth of Mary Baker Eddy’s statement, “Love is impartial … Read More
Student and Intern Testimonials 2014
Each summer Fern Lodge has the opportunity to work with undergraduates and recent graduates in our internship program. This program has been a blessing to students and patients alike. This summer we were able to take five people into our internship program. We wanted to share with you some of their thoughts about working with us this summer. In addition … Read More
Benevolence Fund Update
Thanks to a generous bequest from a long-time supporter of Fern Lodge, our Benevolence Fund is growing. Income from investments will be used to meet requests for financial assistance from patients who are not able to pay the full cost of their care. The Fund now has just over $500,000 invested. We welcome contributions to the Benevolence Fund. Each gift … Read More
Letters From Students (April 2014)
Carol Horen, from Colorado I recently took my second level Christian Science nurse’s training at Fern Lodge with Sharon Strong. I liked the level of flexibility. I had taken one part of it earlier on Skype, and almost a year later, I drove to California and took the whole class. Sharon is very knowledgeable, and I learned a lot. She … Read More
Monterey CA Visiting Christian Science Nursing Service
Fern Lodge recently began working with Sally Stock, a Journal-listed Christian Science nurse, and First Church of Christ, Scientist, Monterey, to provide Christian Science nursing services for the greater Monterey area, including Santa Cruz, Aptos, Watsonville, Salinas, Monterey, Carmel and the surrounding area. We are grateful for the financial support that allows this service to be given free of charge. … Read More
“Reversing the Testimony of Personal Sense” by Elizabeth Schwartz, CS
by Elizabeth Schwartz, CS Each month Fern Lodge asks a Christian Science practitioner to work for the harmony and healing efficacy of the Christian Science nursing services we provide. During the month, these practitioners are invited to give inspirational talks to the Fern Lodge staff. The following is the edited talk given by Elizabeth Schwartz, C.S. You may remember hearing … Read More
Letter from a Patient
April 2014 Dear Friends: I want you to know how grateful I am for the time I spent at Fern Lodge. Everyone I met, all of you,—nurses, cooks, gardeners, office staff, those who provided opportunity to attend activities—all showed such love and devotion for what they had learned through their understanding of Christian Science. This love and devotion was poured … Read More
Letter from the Administrator (April 2014)
Dear Friends, In March I heard the discussion of and vote on HR 1814, a bill that would allow individuals to decline without penalty, mandatory purchase of health insurance that does not cover reliance on prayer and spiritual treatment or nursing. As I write this, the bill still will have to pass in the Senate and be signed by the … Read More
Fern Lodge Art Exhibit
Inspired by Nancy Mooslin’s donation of her paintings, we are decorating the halls with artwork by Christian Scientists from all over the country. Some pieces have been donated to Fern Lodge, and others are on loan from private collections or from the artist. We have put up descriptions of the artists and their works next to the paintings. Come take … Read More
Message from Administrator (Dec 2013)
Dear Friends, The San Francisco Bay Area doesn’t often see snow, but on those rare mornings that come every few years, the hills near Fern Lodge are blanketed and frosted with the crystalline beauty familiar to our friends in cooler climates. The photos on this page were taken on such a morning. The stillness, grace, and beauty of the morning … Read More