Description: Christian Science is based on the teachings and healing practice of Christ Jesus. First Church of Christ, Scientist in Traverse City is a branch of the First Church of Christ Scientist, in Boston, MA founded by Mary Baker Eddy in 1879
Mary Baker Eddy had a deep love for the Bible and studied it diligently her entire life. In 1866, she had a life changing experience when she sustained severe injuries after falling on an icy sidewalk. After being carried to her house she asked for her Bible. Upon reading an account of Jesus healing a man quickly and completely, a new view of God as the only reality of her life flooded her thought, and she rose up on her feet, well. Thus, her search for a practical spiritual solution to human suffering bega
Christian Science is a Christian religion and uses the inspired word of the Bible and the textbook of Christian Science as the basis for prayer – a spiritual approach which inspires a deeper understanding of God’s divine Love for each of us and our relationship to Him as a beloved child. Christian Science is sometimes mistakenly confused with Scientology, faith healing, positive thinking, self-hypnosis, and New Age practices. It is none of these.
Today, Christian Science churches can be found throughout the world. First Church of Christ, Scientist in Traverse City is grateful to have been part of the local community since 1890. Our doors are open to you. Everyone is welcome.