A Perspective from Activities Director Robin Barben “The natural fruits of Christian Science are harmony, brotherly love, spiritual growth and activity” (Miscellany 213:1-3). Joy in movement class, baking cookies, Bible study, or going on an outing, in these activities patients express their freedom in Christ, and we strive to see this freedom more clearly each day. It is wonderful to … Read More
Entrance and Reception
Welcome to Fern Lodge! The new entrance and reception area are finished, and with just a little more landscaping, we’ll be ready for summer. We hope you will come visit us. Our two Shirleys, Shirley Carroll weekdays and Shirley Sheals weekends, look forward to welcoming you warmly and helping you feel at home while you get to know Fern Lodge … Read More
“A member of The Mother Church” Workshop
What does membership in The Mother Church mean to us? was the question our staff gathered to discuss in a “think shop” facilitated by Christine Williams of Houston, TX. This was one in a series of workshops focusing on the bylaw, “Christian Science Nurse,” found on page 49 in the Church Manual. The bylaw is addressed to “a member of … Read More
Fern Lodge’s Christmas Card to You
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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
Words from Our New Director of Christian Science Nursing
Director of Christian Science Nursing — Rozanne Zwick Fern Lodge is pleased to announce that Rozanne Zwick has accepted the position of Director of Christian Science Nursing at Fern Lodge. Rozanne has been listed in The Christian Science Journal since 1990. Her broad range of Christian Science nursing experience has embraced nursing instruction and camp nursing, as well as … Read More
Bringing Education into Focus
Sharon Strong — Director of Christian Science Nursing Education For more than twelve years Sharon Strong served Fern Lodge as Director of Christian Science Nursing. During that time, her vision and her work duties included maintaining the high standard of Christian Science nursing for all patients at the facility, cherishing the patients (including their families, friends, and Christian Science … 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
The Healing Ministry of Christian Science Nursing at Fern Lodge
from Sharon Strong, Director of Christian Science Nursing When you arrive at Fern Lodge, you feel a sense of peace that characterizes the healing activity of the Christ. This peaceful feeling is the result of the diligent work of the Fern Lodge staff. Each staff member strives to contribute to our healing ministry. In the We Knew Mary Baker Eddy … Read More
Thoughts from Volunteers
We love our Volunteers! — meet two of our readers We are so grateful to have a group of great volunteers this year, and we are especially grateful to all who help us with our Church services. Their dedication and their heart and soul offerings bring so much meaning to the healing atmosphere. It’s something the guests comment on quite … Read More