This is just another thank you for being with us in Seneca and Anderson this weekend. Everybody was still buzzing at church this morning about how wonderful Saturday was. Several members commented on the lovely conversations they had with those non-Scientists who attended. One gentleman asked to be put on our mailing list. Onward we march!
- Marybeth
Monday, November 16, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Lecture prep fruitage
I think the lectures opened many doors. I think church members really used the ideas from the preparatory workshop to invite “spiritually minded” friends – some of us have been hesitant to invite people we thought might like to know about the lectures and the ideas shared in them. That thought and identifying these people with the spiritual qualities they express were most helpful.
-Cindy
-Cindy
Pittsburgh, PA Lecture Series #3
Above are the pictures of the scrolling electronic bulletin board on the Westmoreland Mall sign across from the lecture venue and the billboard on Rt. 119, just south of Greensburg.
Pittsburgh, PA Lecture Series #2
Above are pictures of the scrolling electronic bulletin board on the YMCA building in downtown Greensburg announcing your lecture and the picture of the banner across the front of our church announcing the lecture.
Pittsburgh, PA Lecture Series #1
Above are pictures of the scrolling electronic signs on Bruster’s Ice Cream sign for the Pittsburgh lecture series “Prayer Really Works” and the Greensburg lecture.
If you think the prices would be useful for people to know, the YMCA was $56 for the month, the Bruster’s sign was $70 for the month, the billboard was $480 for the month, and the mall sign was $200 for a week.
It was such a treat to have you do the lecture series for us – I think it was such a great idea for our area with the several churches all within about an hour radius of downtown Pittsburgh.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Sentinel radio on Addiction
This is Ame - Reading Room Librarian of the JMCSRRLA
I just wanted to thank you so much for your contribution to the "Healing Addiction" Sentinel Radio for the month of November.
There were two visitors who listened to them with me on Friday - one homeless man - and one man who is seeking a way to overcome drugs/alcohol/grieving for the loss of his wife
He kept saying "she is talking about me!" And left saying what a blessing the Reading Rooms are
So - thank you again!
I just wanted to thank you so much for your contribution to the "Healing Addiction" Sentinel Radio for the month of November.
There were two visitors who listened to them with me on Friday - one homeless man - and one man who is seeking a way to overcome drugs/alcohol/grieving for the loss of his wife
He kept saying "she is talking about me!" And left saying what a blessing the Reading Rooms are
So - thank you again!
Saturday, November 7, 2009
PIttsburgh series
Elise has sent another inspiring letter and the Lecture Committee is pleased to
share it with you all.
Her thank you for the work and statement of the effectiveness of how the message continues to spread is well founded. We had responses to most of our publicity – people attended because they received a mailing or saw our sign outside the church, or the Almanac and Suburban Living ads. Several people reported that they heard the KDKA promos, too. What is most impressive is how we all extended invitations to so many of our friends, neighbors, colleagues and strangers. Even if the guests we invited were unable to be there, or may not have been interested, the love that we expressed in the invitation has been worthwhile.
It is wonderful to hear, each day, the fruitage from our lecture. Here are just a few comments that have already been expressed from those who attended– we can expect many more examples when we consider that 70 – 75 people were there Monday night.
From our members –
- It was happy to be there, I felt the love and fullness of joy.
- I really appreciated our lecture. (This came from several members.)
- The Preparatory Meeting gave me so much!
- Going through each of the Beatitudes helped and I keep using these thoughts.
- This time is the first time that a lecture has been successful with any of my guests.
- Working on the assignment for journalists and ministries has helped and healed.
From our guests –
- There are some answers here, I’ve been searching.
- You know, I’ve never had prayer explained before.
- Working with the Bible was very important to me, I am now using it more.
From a serendipity visitor –
- I had no idea what Christian Science was about.
share it with you all.
Her thank you for the work and statement of the effectiveness of how the message continues to spread is well founded. We had responses to most of our publicity – people attended because they received a mailing or saw our sign outside the church, or the Almanac and Suburban Living ads. Several people reported that they heard the KDKA promos, too. What is most impressive is how we all extended invitations to so many of our friends, neighbors, colleagues and strangers. Even if the guests we invited were unable to be there, or may not have been interested, the love that we expressed in the invitation has been worthwhile.
It is wonderful to hear, each day, the fruitage from our lecture. Here are just a few comments that have already been expressed from those who attended– we can expect many more examples when we consider that 70 – 75 people were there Monday night.
From our members –
- It was happy to be there, I felt the love and fullness of joy.
- I really appreciated our lecture. (This came from several members.)
- The Preparatory Meeting gave me so much!
- Going through each of the Beatitudes helped and I keep using these thoughts.
- This time is the first time that a lecture has been successful with any of my guests.
- Working on the assignment for journalists and ministries has helped and healed.
From our guests –
- There are some answers here, I’ve been searching.
- You know, I’ve never had prayer explained before.
- Working with the Bible was very important to me, I am now using it more.
From a serendipity visitor –
- I had no idea what Christian Science was about.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Sewickley PA
On behalf of the Sewickley, PA church, I extend our deepest appreciation for the beautiful lecture series you brought to the Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.
Your lectures reached out so beautifully with such simple and poignant messages, which could easily reach the thought of someone new to Christian Science or to someone just seeking some higher understanding of God in their lives. But they also held deeper messages for those of us who are "seasoned" Christian Scientists.
We were so glad you were able to give your new lecture for our church, "Texting God: Short Prayers that Work". I loved your reminder that all prayer is based on conviction, which reinforces our knowing that God is present here and now; that God is powerful and the only source of good.
I had the opportunity to refer to the story you told of the man who couldn't find anything good in his life. I very recently got a new puppy, 7 1/2 months old, but a puppy nonetheless. My husband was getting very impatient and even angry at having to deal with puppy issues, and seemed to see everything in a negative light; he couldn't see anything positive or good in this new situation. I found myself getting pulled into that same frame of mind. But I had to stop myself and immediately started seeing only the good in this wonderful little idea...the joy of running around like crazy, the love and acceptance she showed in her new home (shared with numerous other family pets!), the devotion she was already showing us, and the sweet disposition that was so trusting and sure to mellow into a wonderful little companion. I reminded my husband about seeing only the good and pointed out to him these wonderful qualities, and he as well, saw only the good; and we are now laughing at and enjoying all the puppy antics.
I would like to mention one last thing. I so enjoyed the way you ended your lectures (at least the ones I was able to attend). You reached out to all who where there and told all who were listening that God loves us, cherishes us and is there for us. I called them mini treatments! You have no idea how reaffirming it was to hear those words and drink them in with all the promise and strength His love brings.
Many, many thanks for your wonderful thought and for sharing your love of Christian Science with all of us.
With much love,
Julie
Your lectures reached out so beautifully with such simple and poignant messages, which could easily reach the thought of someone new to Christian Science or to someone just seeking some higher understanding of God in their lives. But they also held deeper messages for those of us who are "seasoned" Christian Scientists.
We were so glad you were able to give your new lecture for our church, "Texting God: Short Prayers that Work". I loved your reminder that all prayer is based on conviction, which reinforces our knowing that God is present here and now; that God is powerful and the only source of good.
I had the opportunity to refer to the story you told of the man who couldn't find anything good in his life. I very recently got a new puppy, 7 1/2 months old, but a puppy nonetheless. My husband was getting very impatient and even angry at having to deal with puppy issues, and seemed to see everything in a negative light; he couldn't see anything positive or good in this new situation. I found myself getting pulled into that same frame of mind. But I had to stop myself and immediately started seeing only the good in this wonderful little idea...the joy of running around like crazy, the love and acceptance she showed in her new home (shared with numerous other family pets!), the devotion she was already showing us, and the sweet disposition that was so trusting and sure to mellow into a wonderful little companion. I reminded my husband about seeing only the good and pointed out to him these wonderful qualities, and he as well, saw only the good; and we are now laughing at and enjoying all the puppy antics.
I would like to mention one last thing. I so enjoyed the way you ended your lectures (at least the ones I was able to attend). You reached out to all who where there and told all who were listening that God loves us, cherishes us and is there for us. I called them mini treatments! You have no idea how reaffirming it was to hear those words and drink them in with all the promise and strength His love brings.
Many, many thanks for your wonderful thought and for sharing your love of Christian Science with all of us.
With much love,
Julie
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Ft Atkinson healing
A visitor who had broken her arm a couple of years ago and had never fully re-gained range of motion felt a shifting in her shoulder during the lecture when Elise told of her mother's healing of the broken arm. The visitor said the arm has continued to improve since the lecture.
Lovingly,
Robin
Lovingly,
Robin
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