Fern Lodge offers unique opportunities for learning Christian Science nursing. These include the traditional model of courses and mentored work experience at the facility, but if an individual cannot come to Fern Lodge for an extended period, other options may be offered. Classes may be conducted through web-based computer connections, where those in remote locations can participate in class discussions, … Read More
Church on Fire
A theme of the 2013 Church Alive Summit in Sacramento, CA was “Growing New Shoots from Deep Spiritual Roots.” George Strong, Fern Lodge Administrator, gave the Friday evening talk titled “Church on Fire” that helped set the tone for the two days of discussion that followed. The opening was a one-minute video of about 20 pictures that showed a broad … Read More
My Amazing Summer Opportunity — Sousha Wexler
This summer I have had the privilege of interning at Fern Lodge. Upon my arrival, I was introduced to the patients and staff and given a tour of the facility. I must admit, it was so beautiful. I loved how many patients have a courtyard which has beautiful flowers or bushes. Walking into Fern Lodge, I heard the Bible Lesson … Read More
Christian Science Nursing Education (2013)
Preach the gospel! Share the good news that Christ is here, demonstrating the love of God, the Love that is God. Christians are sent “into all the world” to preach the gospel to everyone. In this age the gospel message includes the revelation of Christian Science, teaching and demonstrating the healing and saving grace of God. Christian Science nursing is … Read More
Letter from the Administrator (November/December 2012)
Unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. These two familiar passages, the first from Isaiah … Read More
Christian Science Nursing Reports (Annual Meeting 2012)
Sharon Strong, Director of Christian Science Nursing Education at Fern Lodge Over the last year, I changed roles from being the Director of Christian Science nursing to the full-time Director of Christian Science Nursing education. This reflects our enlarged vision of our education program and its broadening outreach. Our Program has a complete and well-established classroom curriculum, with courses that … Read More
Patient Activities with Janet Leon
Working at Fern Lodge has been a wonderful experience. As the Activities Assistant, I host a hymn sing once a week, assist patients on daily walks, update schedules, help in joy of movement classes, and go on outings with patients. I also really enjoy helping the patients bake cookies and spending time with the patients while I paint their nails. … Read More
Fern Lodge Annual Meeting 2012 (Audio)
http://youtu.be/nvfQhAj3m1w Listen to the audio from the Fern Lodge Annual Meeting for 2012, which took place in September at the First Church of Christ Scientist, Hayward. 0:00 Tom Port, Fern Lodge Board 9:00 Rozanne Zwick, Director of Christian Science Nursing 21:20 George Strong, Administrator 27:10 Video Presentation (video included) 38:30 Sharon Strong, Director of Christian Science Nursing Education 51:50 … Read More
Letter from the Administrator (September 2012)
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
Letter from Robert Staedel Jr.
“I’d like to thank the people at Fern Lodge, and Robin Barben, Activities Director, for the sincere caring they have shown me through their prison outreach. The many letters and cards filled with spiritually productive ideas have been like many points of light. I invited a Christian Science chaplain to lead a group of prisoners in weekly sessions and the … Read More