In 1908, Mary Baker Eddy included the By-law for the Christian Science nurse in the Church Manual, Article VIII, Section 31. It can be found on page 49 under the heading Discipline in the article Guidance of Members and reads in full:

A member of The Mother Church who represents himself or herself as a Christian Science nurse shall be one who has a demonstrable knowledge of Christian Science practice, who thoroughly understands the practical wisdom necessary in a sick room, and who can take proper care of the sick.

The cards of such persons may be inserted in The Christian Science Journal under rules established by the publishers.

Mrs. Eddy established the By-laws for all members of The Mother Church and as written in First Church of Christ, Scientist, Miscellany, (p. 230:9) “This church is impartial. Its rules apply not to one member only, but to one and all equally. Of this I am sure, that each Rule and By-Law in this Manual will increase the spirituality of him who obeys it, invigorate his capacity to heal the sick, to comfort such as mourn, and to awaken the sinner.” Based on the principled teachings in the Holy Bible such as the Ten Commandments, the Psalms of comfort, and the Sermon on the Mount, together with Mrs. Eddy’s writings, we have established classes for Christian Science nurses.

Our courses are provided in a safe haven where fellow members of The Mother Church are invited to join together to study, pray, and share ideas. Christian Science nurses who have had dedicated Christian Science nursing practices over the years serve as instructors throughout the learning process. Opportunities to practice skills based on the ethics of Christian Science, and to ask questions prior to taking responsibility for caring for others, is integral to what we offer. We’ve seen the value of sharing from experience and the importance of giving care in an orderly, principled, and compassionate way. Within each class there is a building of camaraderie. These courses nurture obedience to the Church Manual By-laws therefore bring healing, comfort and awakening.

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