CHRISTIAN SCIENCE IN THE WAR
“It is a pleasure to be able to add my testimony to those of the many who have found cause for gratitude for the Christian Science Camp Welfare work.
“I was stationed at Camp Johnston in Florida. Before entering the army I knew nothing of Christian Science. A lecture was given in Jacksonville, which made me realize that this was the sort of religion I had been seeking. I borrowed a copy of Science and Health from the camp library, but after reading it I did not feel that I had been benefited. I knew, however, that the fault was mine.
“About two months later a Christian Science Welfare Worker was stationed at my camp and one day he and his wife called at my barracks for me. I was given a copy of Science and Health, a Quarterly, a Song Book and several pamphlets. The Workers assured me of their desire to help any one interested, to a fuller understanding and realization of the benefits to be derived from Christian Science. They very kindly explained to me many points which had troubled me. The remainder of my stay in camp was made pleasant by their friendship and untiring interest in my welfare.
“I was given treatment and cured of a stomach and bowel trouble which I had come to believe was chronic and incurable. Glasses which had been worn for years became unnecessary and were laid aside. The desire to smoke left me, much to my surprise, as I was smoking almost continually and believed that I received pleasure from it. Many other minor troubles disappeared and every problem connected with my work seemed to be solved with benefit to me.
“The weekly meetings were a source of comfort and inspiration. They were well attended and greatly enjoyed by the boys who were interested in Science. I am deeply grateful for all the benefits I have received and give thanks for the love which made possible the work of the Christian Science Camp Welfare Committee.
“John W. Farr,
“Lowell, Mass.”
348
