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Whether you are new to Christian Science, or just new to the St. Charles, Missouri community, we would love to have you join us at our services. If you have questions, feel free to email us at scochristianscience@gmail.com or ask us in person when you visit a service or our Reading Room. Check out our frequently asked questions below.

What is Christian Science? Christian Science is a religion based on the Bible and the teaching and healing example of Christ Jesus.

What are the core beliefs of Christian Science? Here are the six tenets of Christian Science as given by Mary Baker Eddy.

Why Christian Science?

Christian Science teaches how to heal as Jesus did.

It teaches us that God is our Father-Mother God and we have a direct relationship with him established by Jesus Christ.

We can never be separated from God, and we are never beyond or outside of God's Love and care. God is Love itself.

We use what we know to be true about God and man to solve problems of all sorts and be healed and to heal others, and to bring our lives into accord with God.

We also find community with others who are learning and practicing these concepts.

All are welcome to join us in this great adventure.

What is the connection between our Sunday Service and healing? Our church service is a healing service in which we acknowledge the ever presence of God and increase our understanding of his omnipotence.

Who are the pastors? The Bible and the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, are our pastors.

How is a Christian Science Church Different? One of the distinctive features of a Christian Science Church is that we do not have ministers, pastors, or deacons. Instead, we believe that the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy serve as our pastors, providing spiritual guidance and inspiration for our congregation.

Christian Scientists believe that God's love and power are present and active today. We believe that prayer based on an understanding of God can bring healing and restoration to every aspect of our lives. We welcome all who wish to learn more about this spiritual approach to Christianity.

Who conducts our Sunday Service? Two of our church members have been elected to fill the roles of Reader. The service includes their reading of that week’s lesson sermon. The same sermon is read at every Christian Science service throughout the world.

What takes place during a Sunday Service? This is the order of service.

Can children attend the Sunday service? Nobody is excluded from our church services. While children may attend, we prefer that they visit our Sunday School.

Is childcare available? Yes. Childcare for those too young to attend Sunday School is available at every service.

How are the subjects of the lesson chosen? There are 26 subjects that Mary Baker Eddy chose. These subjects are used twice each year. There is also a Thanksgiving service.