Christian Science Reading Room – Des Moines
Explore books, magazines, and recordings to learn about the one God Christian Scientists worship through the teachings of Christ Jesus, and the life of Mary Baker Eddy.
What Is The Purpose Of A Christian Science Reading Room?
The Reading Room is a spiritual resource for our community and church members. It provides a peaceful space for prayer, research, and study of the many materials published by the Christian Science Publishing Society.
Become acquainted with Bible characters and their place in history. Meet Mary Baker Eddy through her primary work, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.
Many of the materials such as children’s books, Christian Science magazines, and recordings of hymns may also be purchased or borrowed from our lending library.
Our librarians are experienced Christian Scientists who will help you find resources to answer your questions.
What You Will Find in the Reading Room
The Bible
The King James version of the Bible and Bible reference materials
Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures
Mary Baker Eddy’s primary work explaining Christian Science and her many other writings. Books written about her extraordinary life, how she discovered Christian Science, and how she taught others to heal.
Christian Science Publications
Founded by Mary Baker Eddy, the Christian Science Monitor, a news magazine with a world view of the latest issues, and the Christian Science Sentinel and Journal, magazines with current testimonies of healing and inspiring articles.
You will reap the blessings of spending time in a Christian Science Reading Room
as you learn how divine Love cares for you!
Location
801 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50319
Hours
1st, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays 1:00-3:00
1st & 3rd Saturdays 11:00-1:00
After each church service
Reading Room Phone
(515) 809-2550