[:en][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Lin Watts “Friends, our progress may be fast or it may be slow, but one thing is certain, it will be sure, if we are obedient to the loving counsel of our ever faithful Leader” (Willis Gross, President of The Mother Church, 1906, My 44:7). In the time I have been here, I have seen how all patients and … Read More
Philanthropy in Education
[:en][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]by Sharon Strong Education in the Christian Science nursing ministry is a vital component of the healing mission of Fern Lodge. The goals and the curriculum of the Fern Lodge Christian Science Nursing Education Program are closely related to philanthropy. Among the results of philanthropy listed by Mrs. Eddy, we see that “it starts the wheels of right reason, revelation, … Read More
Repairs Needed
[:en]We are deeply grateful for the generous metaphysical and financial support Fern Lodge receives from the Christian Science community. These gifts enable us to provide excellent Christian Science nursing care for many individuals who need financial assistance to pay for the care they receive while they pray for healing in Christian Science. In addition, the donations we receive are essential … Read More
“Access by One Spirit” — A Talk by Caroleen Scholet
In Ephesians 2:18, we read one small but magnificent aspect of Paul’s ministry. “Through him [Christ Jesus] we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father.” I hope you will realize a stronger, clearer sense of this promise that cannot be denied. I hope you will be encouraged to share this message with others through your Christian Science healing … Read More
“Academics of the right sort”
[:en]In Science and Health, Mrs. Eddy says, “Academics of the right sort are requisite.” She goes on to list four qualities essential to learning: “Observation, invention, study, and original thought are expansive and should promote the growth of mortal mind out of itself, out of all that is mortal” (S&H 195). Observation is critical for a Christian Science nurse. What … Read More
Director of Nursing Report 2015
[:en]Our Mission is to Heal! “God expresses in man the infinite idea forever developing itself, broadening and rising higher and higher from a boundless basis” (S&H 258:13-15). This statement applies beautifully to Fern Lodge. We are broadening and rising in our understanding that God cares for man. We are seeing that healing is possible because with God all things are … Read More
Administrator Report 2015
[:en]In 1895 Mary Baker Eddy said to Church members (Misc 147:3): “Another year has rolled on, another annual meeting has convened, another space of time has been given us and has another duty been done and another victory won for time and eternity? Do you meet in unity, preferring one another, and demonstrating the divine Principle of Christian Science? Have … Read More
Treasurer’s Report 2015
[:en]Fern Lodge operates with “wisdom, economy, and brotherly love.” Love leads us to be benevolent and humanitarian. Our charges for Christian Science nursing are among the most reasonable anywhere, and we keep our costs within budget each year. Patients regularly come to Fern Lodge because they are unable to stay at other facilities due to financial reasons. We are on … Read More
Annual Meeting 2015 Invitation
[:en]You are invited to the Fern Lodge Annual Meeting Sunday, October 18, at 2:30 in the afternoon First Church of Christ, Scientist — 1814 B Street, Hayward You will hear a talk by Caroleen Scholet, who has a lifelong love and appreciation for the healing practice of Christian Science. She has been dedicated to Christian Science nursing over the past … Read More
Care Workshops
[:en]Fern Lodge is offering a Workshop on Care for branch churches and other groups of Christian Scientists. Two experienced Christian Science nurses will come to your church and conduct a three-hour hands-on class in caring for each other. Are the ushers in your church ready to respond if someone in the congregation is faced with a challenge? Is your Care … Read More