Ch 2b: Christian Science Flashcards
What is the official name for Christian Science?
Church of Christ Scientist
Who is the founder?
Mary Baker Eddy
1821-1910
What do Mary Baker Eddy’s primary works say?
Details her discovery of Christian Science
Her system of healing
Her commentary on the scripture
Where is the Mother Church located?
In Boston
What are the basic religious tenets?
Healing through prayer and scripture
Reading room
Medical care not common
When is medical care not ignored?
If there was a trauma
ME is involved
What is the notification of clergy?
No one to report to officially
There is no official clergy
Call the nearest facility
What is an officiant called?
What exactly are they?
Reader
Practitioner specially trained in healing
Where do we do a removal of the remains?
Historically from a sanatorium
Now from a group home
Who is the head of church?
There is none
Are there any requirements for the removal of the remains?
No religious mandates nor restrictions
May have to be cleared with the ME
What is the official position on embalming?
No official position
For preparation of the remains, dressing, and casketing is there any requirements?
No
It’s all family preferences
Is viewing common?
No
Are there any special requirements for viewings?
No
Typically closed casket
