Discover Purpose and Healing at Christian Science Talk in Deerfield

James Shepherd, a Christian Science practitioner and member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship, will present Why Everyone Is Needed at 3 p.m. on March 9 at First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Deerfield. The talk explores self-worth, purpose and healing through a spiritual connection to God.

Shepherd will discuss how understanding oneself as God’s creation can bring transformation in health, relationships and even global challenges like political divisions and social inequality. “I love exploring the nature of God, infinite Love, as the only cause, and our unbreakable connection to God as God’s offspring,” he says. “This connection gives us our purpose and worth by seeing everyone from a more Godlike, or spiritual, point of view.”

Drawing from personal experiences and his professional practice, Shepherd will explain how Christian Science is both Christian and scientific, offering practical, provable healing. The talk will also highlight the teachings of Mary Baker Eddy, founder of the Christian Science movement, and her inspiration from Christ Jesus’ teachings.