Your Spiritual Oasis
In Brentwood, L.A. | Open Monday through Friday, noon to 4pm
A place to encounter new and inspiring views of health, wellness and renewal amidst your active day.
Open to the public, a Christian Science Reading Room is a very special place.
To the eye, it’s a bookstore and library as well as a quiet retreat where you can go to research, pray, study and gather. To the heart and mind, it is an environment where you’ll discover life changing views of spirituality and God’s all-good activity, presence and immediate relevance to your daily life. It’s a place to grow, learn, find peace, spiritual healing and deep inspiration as well as connect with others who are on a similar journey as you.
The Reading Room is open throughout the week to everyone, regardless of faith.
Over 80,000 verified testimonies of healing.
For over 138 years, individuals from all over the world have contributed testimonies of spiritually based healing that have been verified and documented in the Christian Science periodicals. Examples include healings of mental illness, diseases and ailments deemed incurable, financial desperation, personal relationship challenges, and emotional traumas, just to name a few.
The entire collection of these periodicals which contain testimonies and articles are available to read at the Reading Room.
Ever wonder how Jesus brought healing to the multitudes?
Really, how did he actually do it? Find answers by exploring the Pastor of Christian Science: the Holy Bible and the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. These two books together make a profound spiritual mentor and guide to healing and life.
From half a lifetime of chronic illness and poverty to the founding of a world-wide church…
…this is a story you won’t want to miss. Learn about the extraordinary life and healing ministry of one of the most remarkable women the world has ever known, Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, Mary Baker Eddy.
It’s time to empower our youth with moral and spiritual integrity.
Introduce the young people in your life to the beautiful and engaging biblical stories of healing, demonstrated moral power and the value of listening to and building a relationship with God, through the many children’s books available in the Reading Room for study or purchase.
Explore the wealth of publications from the Christian Science Publishing Society
Come see us in-person at the Reading Room to read or purchase the most current issues of these publications. Or, check them out online using the links below.
The Christian Science Sentinel
Articles, editorials, and firsthand accounts of healing show how Christian Science can bring healing to any situation.
The Christian Science Journal
Advancing the practice of Christian Scientists by providing a record of healing, metaphysical insight, and progress in the Church community.
The Christian Science Bible Lesson
A daily resource for comfort, support and inspiration. The Lesson consists of Bible verses, amplified and explained by related passages from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.
The Christian Science Monitor
A news weekly that confronts today’s complex and changing world and imparts understanding with insight, intelligence, and integrity.
Other Resources
In addition to the items listed above, our Reading Room has many Bibles and Bible reference materials available for study and purchase. You’ll also find books related to the history of Christian Science, inspirational and educational products for youth, as well as music and spoken word recordings. Many of our products are available in multiple language translations. A staff member is always available to assist in guiding you to specific resources that can help answer your questions.
Our Reading Room hosts several regularly scheduled vibrant and spiritually stimulating discussion groups. To find out how you can participate in one of these gatherings, please visit our Regular Events page.