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Christian Science: A Sourcebook of Contemporary Materials
Christian Science A Sourcebook of Contemporary Materials Author:The Christian Science Publishing Society Christian Science has roused considerable controversy since its founding by New Englander Mary Baker Eddy more than a century ago. But persistent myths and stereotypes arising from this controversy have clouded discussion of her life, teaching, and the practices of the church she founded. — This sourcebook assembles in convenient form docum... more »ents published over the last several decades that accurately reflect Christian Science beliefs and practices. It was developed in response to a request from a major theological seminary for a book on Christian Science that was more balanced and accurate than their standard text.
Intended to provide an informed yet objective account of Christian Science beliefs and practices, this compilation makes no attempt to preach or convert. But it does offer the reader basic facts about Christian Science and communicates something of what it feels like to be a Christian Scientist.
The emphasis of the book is theological. Topics range from Christian Scientists' perspective on the Bible to the church's practice of spiritual healing, from historical issues to questions that have arisen out of contemporary theological dialog. Some of the documents reprinted here are simple statements of faith, while others are scholarly articles that have appeared in academic journals.
The book's basic assumption is that one doesn't have to agree fully with another's religious beliefs in order to understand them.« less