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Praying for our world and ourselves

Praying for our world can seem like more than we can take on when we're facing challenges in our own lives. But as we open our hearts to our neighbors’ needs, we in turn feel the infinite love of God that lifts us all.

Here you can access inspirational content that supports your prayers for yourself and for the world around you. New items are added regularly, so please come back often.

From ashes of fire, Maui’s ‘ohana’ spirit rises

From ashes of fire, Maui’s ‘ohana’ spirit rises

The deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century has shocked the island of Maui. The road to recovery may be long, but grief has also brought generosity.

Photo caption: Truman Taoka dices vegetables with other volunteers at a meal prep site on the University of Hawaii Maui College campus, Kahului, Hawaii, Aug. 12, 2023. © Credit: Sarah Matusek/The Christian Science Monitor.

Meeting relentless conflict with unrelenting prayer

Meeting relentless conflict with unrelenting prayer

As a protracted war in Eastern Europe and conflicts and general unrest elsewhere drag on, praying for a peaceful end to hostilities can require persistent effort. Relentless conflict, in our own lives or the world, calls on us for unrelenting prayer.

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Drought conditions and earnest prayer

Drought conditions and earnest prayer

Much of the world is experiencing unusually hot temperatures. But even where we face large-scale challenges, it’s possible to see God’s law of harmony in action.

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You are irreplaceable

You are irreplaceable

Most people have at one time or another grappled with the fear of being replaced. But we each have an irreplaceable spiritual nature and identity as God’s child, and every identity is essential to the happiness and prosperity of the whole.  

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Reparations debate: Mending the past, forging the future

Reparations debate: Mending the past, forging the future

What does it mean for a society to atone for systemic and enduring harms? This special series explores efforts around the world to seek justice and restitution for communities subjected to historical harms. 

Healing grief and forgiving the unforgivable

Healing grief and forgiving the unforgivable

This audio program shares how a couple relied on what they'd learned from Jesus and Christian Science after their daughter was killed by a drunk driver. They discovered that it really is possible to forgive the unforgivable. 

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And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.

Now, as then, these mighty works are not supernatural, but supremely natural.

Readings from testimony meetings

Listen to The Mother Church’s Wednesday testimony meeting readings from the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy.

September 20, 2023

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Christian Science Sentinel newsletter

Find inspiration in the Christian Science Sentinel newsletter

Looking for more resources to support your prayers for yourself and your community? Consider signing up for a free weekly newsletter. You’ll find prayerful responses to global issues and learn how to practically apply spiritual ideas in your life.

Heavenly Hymns

Heavenly Hymns

Hymns have a unique ability to bring healing and comfort in times of difficulty. These selections emphasize the unbroken connection between each one of us and a God that is constantly providing for our health and safety. Click on “learn more” below to view hymn selections and information.

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