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And all thy children shall be taught of the Lord; and great shall be the peace of thy children.
(The Bible KJV – Isaiah 54: 13)
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Children at Peace Leave a comment
Dealing with the Unthinkable Leave a comment
An interview with Liz and Matthew Hammond
How do you deal with the unthinkable? There are so many different ways. In this interview Liz and Matthew Hammond, share how they’re thinking and praying in the aftermath of a huge loss in their family. And what they share is both touching—and healing.
Click here to listen to Liz and Matthew share how they coped with this life-changing experience.
We Are the Children of God 1 comment
These readings are from a Wednesday Testimony Meeting in Canberra. They are on the topic of God as the divine Father-Mother of all.
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We thank Thee and we bless Thee,
O Father of us all,
That e’en before we ask Thee
Thou hear’st Thy children’s call.
We praise Thee for Thy goodness
And tender, constant care,
We thank Thee, Father-Mother,
That Thou hast heard our prayer.
(The Christian Science Hymnal 374)
Be Slow to Wrath 2 comments
Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.
For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
(The Bible KJV – James 1: 19, 20)
Of Course God Can Heal Me Leave a comment
A Sentinel Watch podcast by Beth Packer.
Click here to listen.
Beth is certain that God will heal every ailment. Why? She’s experienced and witnessed healing. She’s learned through her study of Christian Science that God, who is Truth, is an ever-present, reliable, and healing power.
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Speak Gently 2 comments
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Speak gently to the erring ones,
They must have toiled in vain;
Perchance unkindness made them so;
O win them back again.
Speak gently, ’tis a little thing,
Dropped in the heart’s deep well;
The good, the joy that it may bring,
Eternity shall tell.
(Hymn 315 – verses 2 & 3 from the Christian Science Hymnal)
Inspired Parenting Leave a comment
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Mark Swinney, a full-time Christian Science healer and teacher, is interviewed on the topic of spiritual parenting. This audio chat was originally aired on 18 January 2011. To listen, or to read the text of the interview, click here.
God as Father-Mother Leave a comment
This article by Mark Swinney was first published in the 8 May 2009 issue of the Christian Science Sentinel. In it Mark talks about how he found confidence in parenting by understanding the nature of God as the Father-Mother of us all. Here is a small sample of what he writes. To read the full article click here.
… If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a parent, it’s this: Truly effective prayer for children results from a conscious acknowledgment of their oneness with God. Just seeing a child as near God, or extremely close to God, is not good enough. Oneness—that’s the true model of God and His offspring. Good parenting holds to the beautiful oneness of God as cause, and child as God’s effect—divine Parent and offspring. I’ve found that if I have even the slightest notion of a separation between God and my child, I become afraid. Yet, as soon as I behold God and my child as one, everything falls into place. Fear dissolves and everything is right. …
Classes with a Difference 1 comment
Children today are growing up in a vastly different world to the one their parents experienced. The fast pace of technological change, the lure and risks of social media, the prevalence of cyber bullying, the easy availability of drugs and alcohol, and even the sensational reporting of world events all put pressures on our youth. How can we help them to navigate these challenges and give them the tools they need to cope with the everyday life challenges of school, study, work in 2025?
Today more than ever, our young people need to have a strong moral compass to help them make wise decisions, and an inner resilience that helps them meet life’s challenges and rise above adversity. Hara Estroff Marano, Editor-at-Large for Psychology Today, wrote in her article “The Art of Resilience”: “At the heart of resilience is a belief in oneself—yet also a belief in something larger than oneself. Resilient people do not let adversity define them. They find resilience by moving towards a goal beyond themselves, transcending pain and grief …” So how do we fortify our children and develop in them an understanding of their innate ability to rise above adversity? As parents, we cannot be with our children 24/7 how can we help them to know that they are safe and loved?
At the Christian Science Sunday School in Canberra we do just that. In small groups with a teacher, students discuss the qualities that help us live successful and harmonious lives. Lessons are based around the Ten Commandments and the teachings of Jesus including the Lord’s Prayer. Students discuss the issues that come up in their own lives in light of these invaluable character guides.
Classes for students from pre-school up to age 20 are held every Sunday at 10.00 am. Babies are cared for in the creche. New students are always welcome. The Sunday School is located with the Christian Science Church at the corner of Macquarie and Bligh Streets in Barton. Local students attend in person, but Zoom is available for those who are more distant. For more information click on the Sunday School tab in the menu bar at the top.
God the Father-Mother Leave a comment
The spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life.
(The Bible KJV – Job 33: 4)
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He hath made every thing beautiful in his time:
(The Bible KJV – Ecclesiastes 3: 11)
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Father-Mother is the name for Deity, which indicates His tender relationship to His spiritual creation. … “For we are also His offspring.”
(Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy p332)
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