Christian Science Nursing at Tenacre

Christian Science nurses are Christian Scientists. They provide spiritual reassurance and practical care for Christian Scientists relying exclusively on Christian Science for healing. A description of the role and its activities is included in the Scope of Services document, prepared by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and may be found on Christian Science.com. For more information on the type of care a Christian Science nurse provides, please click here.

- Rely radically on God for healing as taught in Christian Science.
- Commune with God, with the purpose of spiritual growth and regeneration, for “growth in grace, expressed in patience, meekness, love and good deeds” (Science and Health, p. 4).
- Work in harmonious partnership with Christian Science nurses and other members of the Tenacre community.

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Each individual has a private room and bathroom with a shower. The rooms include a bed, reclining chair, desk, closet, chest of drawers, and artwork. Each building has common living and dining rooms for everyone to enjoy.

We recommend that only a few items be brought from home, such as clothing and toiletries for a short stay.

It is our expectation that you will be praying for yourself daily and engaging a Christian Science practitioner to work for you as needed throughout your stay at Tenacre.

Yes, their applications will be considered with the understanding that their legal guardian will be with them at all times during their stay.

Individuals can come by plane, train, or a service (car or ambulance) and can be accompanied by family or a private duty Christian Science nurse. For more information visit our Contact Us page »

Tenacre may provide financial assistance when needed. There is an application to complete.