It shall be the duty of the Committee on Publication to correct in a Christian manner impositions on the public in regard to Christian Science, injustices done Mrs. Eddy or members of this Church by the daily press, by periodicals or circulated literature of any sort.
— Article XXXIII, Manual of The Mother Church, by Mary Baker Eddy
The Christian Science Committee on Publication provides accurate information about Christian Science, its church, and founder for various news services, publications, websites, state and local government, student projects, and interfaith or ecumenical talks in Connecticut. Our purpose is not the promotion of a public image, but to bear witness to truth by clearing away misconceptions of Christian Science that would obstruct genuine understanding.
...walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called, With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
I know that my mission is for all the earth, not alone for my dear devoted followers in Christian Science... All my work, all my prayers and tears are for humanity, and the spread of peace and love among mankind.
In my newspaper discussions I always tried to be fair and just, and to observe the Golden Rule... My task was... not to strike or injure that critic, just as one would diligently remove a viper from a neighbor's finger, but would be careful not to injure the finger.
The best spiritual type of Christly method for uplifting human thought and imparting divine Truth, is stationary power, stillness, and strength; and when this spiritual ideal is made our own, it becomes the model for human action.
During a 2021 hearing about vaccination requirements at the Connecticut statehouse, our written testimony included:
Christian Scientists don’t view vaccination as something to fear or get out of, but generally prefer the greater sense of health, protection and well-being they find through their Bible-based religious practice...
Two recent articles on the issue of vaccination mentioned Christian Science. I thought your readers might appreciate knowing that Christian Scientists respect the concerns of our neighbors in regard to public health...
I can understand how those unfamiliar with our faith could misinterpret our view. Christian Scientists are known for their practice of spiritual healing through prayer. It’s a conscientious practice based on drawing closer to God and experiencing — as I’ve found in my own life — “The uplifting of the spirit is the upbuilding of the body.”
Christian Science is a Christian denomination based on the Bible. The life and teachings of Jesus Christ are central. The term Science indicates that Jesus understood and acted in accord with the laws of a loving God, laws that may be proven by anyone who follows them. Such spiritual growth inspires a heartfelt desire to help others know and experience how loved we all are by God.
Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) was an influential American author, teacher, and religious leader, noted for her groundbreaking ideas about spirituality and health, which she named Christian Science. She articulated those ideas in her major work, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, first published in 1875. Four years later she founded the Church of Christ, Scientist, which today has branch churches and societies around the world. In 1908 she launched The Christian Science Monitor, a leading international newspaper, the recipient, to date, of seven Pulitzer Prizes.
More questions and answers can be found on the Christian Science website, ChristianScience.com.
Kristina is the Committee on Publication for the state of Connecticut. As the legislative and media liaison for Christian Science in Connecticut, she looks forward to hearing from you with your questions on Christian Science practice in Connecticut.
