practicalprayer.org Christian Science Reading Room on the web
 
 

Welcome!

Welcome to our Reading Room on the web!  This site is all about prayer as an effective help in handling any problem, including those relating to health, finances, relationships, family, and employment. We are talking about prayer than can bring about a powerful, reliable (and even instantaneous) change in your experience -- truly practical prayer! Learn more about prayer and how it can be practical in your life...

Or feel free to explore any of our other topics, read how people have solved problems through prayer, learn more about the Weekly Bible Lessons, or browse our Frequently Asked Questions.

ˇBienvenidos!   ˇSaludos! Este es un mensaje de la Sala de Lectura de Christian Science. (CSRR). 
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Local Interest Items

The Christian Science Sentinel Radio Edition is broadcast throughout Northwest Arkansas every Sunday at 8:00 am on KURM radio (100.3 FM).  Enjoy listening?  Programs from 2007 and 2008 are available to purchase.

In the News:

Take a few moments (no more than 2 minutes per clip!) to listen to a new audio series being offered by the Christian Science Board of Lectureship "Your Daily Lift" is updated every weekday.  With inspiration on topics ranging from Amazing surprises to Unconstrained by time, there is sure to be something that will uplift your day.

"Talk to the Editor" is a live webcast with John Yemma, Editor-in-Chief of The Christian Science Monitor.  It airs Thursdays at 12 noon CT.  Back topics are available for viewing at any time.

The Christian Science Monitor, an award-winning international newspaper, celebrates its 100th year in publication!

The Monitor's Centennial Conversation event, "The Future of Journalism," is available here.

Current Interest Items:

• Recent Chat:  Prayer for relief of world hunger

• Live Audio Chat Event: 
Overcoming depression: let Christ set you free
(Tuesday, February 2, 2010, 1:00pm CT)

Fear of appearing emotionally unstable sometimes keeps depressed people from seeking help, but since about 15 percent of the population in most developed countries suffers from some form of depression, it isn’t something to ignore. While in the past, drugs have been largely accepted as the perfect panacea, more recent studies have shown that popping a pill may not be the answer. Perhaps it’s time for a spiritual solution? If you’re struggling with depression, don’t hesitate to bring your questions to this chat with Barbara Fife, an experienced Christian Science practitioner. Our system doesn’t collect e-mail addresses, so you can ask in the full assurance that your identity will remain unknown. Find out how prayer can help to turn your life in a brighter direction.

More information about these events--and the live chats themselves--are here at spirituality.com.  You can submit a question to the guest speaker during the live chat, or just listen in on your computer.

Check the Online Events Calendar for the date/time of additional upcoming live events.  Shows typically air on selected Tuesdays at 1:00pm Central Time.  Past events are archived, so you can still listen to events that have already taken place.  And you can subscribe to the event podcast to make sure you don't miss any of the live chats.

• Recent Chat:  Home: more than a place to hang your hat
• Recent Chat:  Discouraged about your employment prospects? Prayer can help
• Recent Chat:  Say goodbye to stress
• Recent Chat: 
A spiritual response to mental illness
• Recent Chat: 
Prayer for economic security
• Recent Chat:  Freedom: what spiritual healing can do for you

The Weekly Christian Science Bible Lesson:

    • Bible Lesson on Love (Jan 25 - 31)
    • Bibl
e Lesson on Spirit (Feb 1 - 7)
    • Bible Lesson on Soul (Feb 8 - 14)
    • Bible Lesson on Mind (Feb 15 - 21)
  
 
You may read the Bible Lesson (at no charge) at any Christian Science Reading Room, purchase a copy to keep, or access it on-line at www.ebiblelesson.com (Click the "Buy This Week's Lesson" button--a $2.95 charge applies, but this allows you to read, print, listen to, or watch the current week's Bible Lesson.  You can even download it to your iPod or MP3 player to listen on-the-go!) 

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Check out new Questions and Answers on our FAQs page.  Do you have a question?  Email us at info@practicalprayer.org and get an answer!

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