(515) 809-2550

Welcome to

First Church of Christ, Scientist, Des Moines

   Are you looking for healing answers to today’s issues?

Join us as we explore the practice of Christian Science which promotes healing through spiritual understanding and prayer as taught by Christ Jesus.  His Biblical  instruction to all sets us on the path to health and regeneration. “Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also: and greater works than these shall he do;” John 14:12

About Our Church

EVERYONE IS WELCOME

We are pleased your spiritual journey has brought you to our church, located at 801 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA. We are one of the world-wide branches of The Mother Church, The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, MA.  Our pastor is the King James version of the Bible and our denominational textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by the discoverer and founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy.

Christian Science Services

Sunday Service

Every Sunday at 10:00 AM

 We sing hymns of praise, pray, and listen to the weekly Bible lesson read by 2 members of the church from our Pastor, the Bible and Science And Health by Mary Baker Eddy. Join us as we grow together in faith, healing, and love for our community.

Wednesday Testimony Meeting

Every Wednesday at 7:30 PM

After hymns and readings from our Pastor, members and guests share how gratitude to God has impacted their lives and how they were healed through the practice of Christian Science.  This is a joyous time of inspiration and sharing!

Sunday School

Every Sunday at 10:00 AM

All children, young adults, and visitors up to the age of 20 are welcome in our Christian Science Sunday School held during the same hour as our Sunday service. Teachers and students engage in lively discussions about their relationship to God as learned through Bible stories and practical ideas found in Science and Health.  The Ten Commandments, Sermon On The Mount, and The Lord’s prayer are the foundational lessons for all ages. Children too young for Sunday School are cared for in the nursery.

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Discover How Divine Love Heals

A Space For Learning and Inspiration

Our Reading Room is a welcoming space to explore the Bible and  Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, learn about Mary Baker Eddy, ask questions,  and read  testimonies of healing of every material condition through prayer. Visitors are always welcome — whether familiar with Christian Science or simply curious to learn more.

Reading Room

801 Grand Avenue

West Des Moines, IA 50265

(515) 809-2550

Wdmcschurchclerk@gmail.com

 

Monthly Reading Room Hours

 1st, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays 1:00-3:00

1st & 3rd Saturdays 11:00-1:00

After each church service

Christian Science Committee on Publication for Iowa

Laura Wichlacz

515-314-1768

Iowa@compub.org

 

Learn about the world-wide activities of The Mother Church

Link To The Mother Church