Manual of the Mother Church

I have been a Christian Scientist my whole life, and becoming a member of The Mother Church has been the most important step I've taken. The Bylaws in this Manual are much more than a mere outline of Mary Baker Eddy's church - they have become the structure of my way of life. As an example, the following from Article VIII, Section 1, entitled "A Rule for Motives and Acts" reads:"Neither animosity nor mere personal attachment should impel the motives or acts of the members of The Mother Church. In Science, divine Love alone governs man; and a Christian Scientist reflects the sweet amenities of Love in rebuking sin, in true brotherliness, charitableness, and forgiveness. The members of this Church should daily watch and pray to be delivered from all evil, from prophesying, judging, condemning, counseling, influencing or being influenced erroneously."I have found that living by this rule has freed me from numerous illnesses, and also has restored business and personal relationships that had appeared unfixable. It is what cements my marriage and keeps my thought open to infinite possibilities.Being a member of The First Church of Christ, Scientist (also known as The Mother Church) is a constantly renewed committment to practicing brotherly love and forgiveness that is shared by individuals from practically every culture. I am glad to be among them.