“The heart of Christian Science nursing can be described as presence. When sickness and other handicaps seem to deny God’s presence, love and health, Christian Science nurses can give tangible evidence of that presence.”
Your questions answered
Who is a Christian Science nurse?
“A member of The Mother Church...who thoroughly understands the practical wisdom necessary in the sick room, and who can take proper care of the sick."
The founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy, established the authority and standard for the Christian Science nurse in 1908, in the Manual of The Mother Church (Page 49, Article Vlll, Section 31).
Why call a Christian Science nurse?
The Christian Science nurse brings spiritual reassurance and provides skilled physical care consistent with the theology of Christian Science and cares for those depending on prayer for healing as explained in Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy.
What specifically do Christian Science nurses do?
For full information on the role of the Christian Science nurse please click on the link below:
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What if I can't afford the services of a Christian Science nurse?
Financial assistance is available to all patients through the Christian Science Nursing Service NSW and patients are advised that it is acceptable for them to pay whatever is within their means.
It is the policy of the Nursing Service that anyone relying on Christian Science for healing should have access to Christian Science nursing regardless of financial circumstances.
What is pastoral care and is there a charge?
Pastoral care refers to visits made to Christian Scientists who might be housebound or unable to attend their local church and would like one of our Christian Science nurses to read the Weekly Bible Lesson to them and discuss truths to uplift and give comfort. There is no charge to the patient for these visits.
How do I find a Christian Science nurse?
Sharon duToit, Sydney, NSW
sharonadutoit@gmail.com / 0450 412 949
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For Christian Science nurses Australia-wide:
• Check the listings under Nurses in the Directory section of The Christian Science Journal or
www.journal.christianscience.com/directory
• Contact a local Christian Science practitioner
Healing aided by Christian Science nursing
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What's in the name "Christian Science nurse?"
Click here to view: https://journal.christianscience.com/shared/view/owhpx4g2gq?s=e
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Some questions answered
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Click here to view: https://www.christianscience.com/christian-healing-today/christian-science-nurses
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Legal Disclaimer: Christian Science nurses are not registered health practitioners under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act, as in force in each state and territory of Australia [the National Law]. Christian Science nurses do not provide medical nursing services, as regulated under the National Law. Rather, Christian Science nurses provide religious non-medical care to individuals who have chosen to rely on Christian Science for their health needs.
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28