Lecture

"Elections - Listening for Spiritual Direction"

Sunday, September 28, 2008 2:30 pm

Ron Ballard, CSB.
First Church of Christ, Scientist, Berkeley
2619 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94705

With elections and the presidential choice just ahead, many are turning to prayer for a clearer plan of action. International speaker, Ron Ballard, says, "Letting the human yield to the divine in the process of governing, blesses all mankind.".

Hymn Sing

October 12, 2008 2:30 pm

In conjunction with the expected publication of the new Hymnal Supplement from The Mother Church, our church is hosting a hymn sing on Sunday, October 12th at 2 P.M. We have invited other Christian Science churches throughout our area to join us in singing several of the new hymns which were introduced at this year's Annual Meeting. Musicians and recording artists, Peter Allen and Desiree Goyette will lead the hymn sing. All church attendees, their families, and Sunday School students are welcome to join us. Child care will be available.

Other dates and locations for hymn sings:

Sunday September 28 2:00 pm
First Church, Mill Valley
279 Camino Ave, 94941 415-383-2020

Sunday October 5 2:00 pm
First Church, Santa Rosa
330 Hope Street, 95404 707-542-5514

Saturday October 11 7:00 pm
Arden Wood
445 Wawona Street, 94116 415-681-6121

Fall Bible Classes

Beginning September 18, 2008

Join one of the lively Bible discussion groups that will expand your knowledge and historic background, and illumine Scripture.

For Bible lovers of all faiths.
The Prophets, and their influence on Jewish and Christian Teachings
Meets Thursdays, Sept. 18 - Dec. 11
2:30 - 4:30 pm
Danville Christian Science Reading Room, 650 Danville Blvd.
(Contact Holliday Bruegmann: holliday@bblandlaw.com, or phone 925-381-7112)

The Gospels: Luke
Meets Thursdays, Sept. 18 - Dec. 11
Come to either class: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, or 6:30 - 8:30 pm.
Danville Christian Science Reading Room, 650 Danville Blvd.
(Contact Holliday Bruegmann: holliday@bblandlaw.com, or phone 925-381-7112)

The Gospels: Luke
Meets monthly on the Fourth Tuesday, Sept. 23, Oct. 28, Nov. 25, Dec. 8 (Mon)
Come to either class: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm, or 7:15 - 9:15 pm.
Montclair area in Oakland.
(Contact Leslie Freeman: lfreeman@aol.com, or phone 415-927-4634)

Instructor: Alma Gardner, Masters degree in Biblical Studies, Adjunct Faculty Pacific School of Religion, Berkeley, CA.
Fee: Suggested donation to Fern Lodge or other East Bay Charitable organization, of $15 per class.

Computer Training

Our Reading Room has two computers connected to the internet using DSL and has a wireless router. The computers are equipped with Concord, Found Volumes and a browser for searching the internet. Connect to products from the Christian Science Publishing Society, such as Spirituality.com, ebiblelessons.com, mybiblelesson.com, and the online monitor. Learn about these resources by contacting the librarian or call 925.837.4930 for an appointment. Bring your laptop and use the wireless hook-up.