TIME asks – Why does God allow suffering?
My guest blogger, Russ Gerber, Manager of Media and Government Relations for the worldwide Christian Science Church ponders this question and provides some thought-provoking answers. It’s a question...
View Article400 years old. That’s an achievement of Biblical proportions!
Here’s a quick quiz. Which famous people made these statements about the Bible? “The New Testament is the very best book that ever was or ever will be known in the world” “It is impossible to rightly...
View ArticleUnselfish love empowers children …… and adults
Amy Chua’s new novel, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, has sparked hot debate around the world about the style of parenting that is most conducive to raising successful children. Apparently, Tiger mum...
View ArticleANZAC Day: A Christian Science Perspective
ANZAC Day Dawn Service on Currumbin Beach 25th April is ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand – a day to remember those who have died and served in military operations for our countries. I’ve been to...
View ArticleResponse to questions about Christian Science
My guest post today is from colleague, Bill Scott, from Washington State USA who clarifies some misunderstandings about Christian Science. Thanks, Bill. When I began blogging last September, I asked a...
View ArticleAustralia’s quest for increased health and longevity
MAKING GAINS: Australians' life expectancies have increased due to a decline in the incidence of chronic health problems. Courier Mail, June 20, 2011 There’s been some good news in the media about the...
View ArticleThe positive health effects of prayer
This blog by Russ Gerber, spokesman for the Christian Science church, was published on HuffingtonPost.com on August 2, 2011. I’d be interested in whether there are similar statistics in Australia,...
View ArticleChristian Scientists and public health
… finding a middle path of mutual respect and understanding The recent public controversy over vaccination has produced strong opinions – and surprising divisions – in contemporary Australia on the...
View Article“Church can heal divisions,” Christian Scientists say at annual meeting
The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, is headquarters for the Christian Science denomination and the church and grounds are undergoing renovation. By Kevin E. Ness Given...
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