George Strong, Administrator In January Sharon Strong, Director of Christian Science Nursing Education, and I traveled to Peru to meet with Christian Scientists who are interested in Christian Science nursing. Our time there was encouraging and fruitful. We spoke at two evening meetings, lasting three-hours each, in First Church of Christ, Scientist, Lima. Discussions touched on a broad variety of … Read More
Accreditation News
In April, 25 Christian Science nursing organizations from four countries met in St. Louis for a four-day meeting to adopt standards and a governing structure for a unified accrediting organization. Discussions were lively and friendly, and after two and a half days, the proposed standards and governance plans were unanimously approved. Pictured at the left is the happy Organization Committee, … Read More
Activities at Fern Lodge
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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“Scientific Translations of Immortal Mind and Mortal Mind”
Excerpts from a talk given by Bob Williams at Fern Lodge in November 2011 When I was asked to serve this month as back-up practitioner and then to give a talk if something came to mind, it seemed quite a challenge, particularly the talk. But early on I was overwhelmed by the thought that Fern Lodge was part of … 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
Christian Science Nurse Position Open
This is a 2011 ad that has been filled.