What is a Christian Scientist Practitioner?

Those who advertise in the Christian Science Journal as Practitioners are devoted to the full-time public practice of Christian Science—the prayer-based system explained in the book Science & Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. They are experienced in the healing ministry of Christian Science and are available to give treatment through prayer for life challenges.

Additional services may include office visits, in-home, hospital, or other care facility visits. Those who contact a practitioner listed in the Directory Services of The Christian Science Journal don't have to be Christian Scientists or attend church. The services offered by practitioners are available to the public.

Christian Science Practitioners are usually self-employed. Fees and payment are determined by the individual practitioner and should be discussed prior to engaging their services. Most charge between $15-75/treatment. See my practice policies below.

You are the light of the world:

“You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. 15 No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father."

Matthew 5: 14-16

In context

Christie's Practice Policies:

AVAILABILITY

At any time, you can text or email to set up a specific time to talk. I strive to be available by phone Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10 to 4 pm. I can also be available outside these hours and on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, but it may be easiest to contact me first by text or email.

PRACTICE OVERVIEW

• I reserve specific Christian Science treatment for those who are relying exclusively on Christian Science, and will lovingly pray alongside those who are relying on alternative methods.

• I hold conversations with patients in sacred confidence.

• As a basis for these policies, please see Manual of The Mother Church, by Mary Baker Eddy, page 46.

TREATMENT AND PAYMENT

• CS Treatment is offered for one day at a time except in rare cases in which daily communication is not possible.

• Patients should check in by text, email or phone within a day after CS treatment.

• Pay as you can, but do not let a concern about payment prevent you from requesting help.

• The charge for treatment, prayer, and phone consultation as of April 1, 2023 is $50/day, or $75 for home/office visits, and I will reasonably reduce the charge for treatment when appropriate. Students and those serving the CS movement, like CSNs and CSPs, may receive additional discounts. When you receive a discount, you can consider your total a sliding scale from the discounted amount to the full amount with the discounted amount being the minimum due. As always, please let me know if you have questions or need accommodation.

• I send out email invoices at the end of each month

FUNDING ASSISTANCE

You can use a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to pay C.S. Practitioner invoice. Here is information about this option: https://hsastore.com/hsa-eligibility-list/c/christian-science-practitioner

If you or someone you know needs financial assistance with paying CS Practitioner bills, the Principle Foundation offers practicing Christian Scientists need-based grants for this as well as for other living expenses. The application process is easy. You can call 800.826.7756, email info@principlefoundation.org, or find out more at https://www.principlefoundation.org

A foundation that helps with CS Nursing grants is the National Fund for Christian Science Nursing, which you can find at nfcsn.org.

A vision*

I caught a glimpse

of what John saw—

A reality in which I was not

pulled by what I’d rather be doing

Nor pushed by what I had to do.

I had no fear.

I had no desires—all needs were met.

I wasn’t anxious, nervous,

or self-aware.

I felt peace and calm

and pure individuality.

No one was out of reach.

I had no questions.

The vision was a powerful flash

that stayed with me.

Was this a time yet to come?

No.

It is a present possibility.

—Christie Hanzlik

*see Science and Health, pp. 558–578

A poem by Christie Hanzlik

From the June 4, 2012 issue of the Christian Science Sentinel

Poem

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

There have been documented cases of treatment for cancer, injuries, deafness, illness, blindness, alcoholism, allergies, financial crises, suicidal tendencies, Alzheimer’s, and manic depression.

How many treatments are usually necessary for healing?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

When I accept a new case, I take it on for one day at a time.

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

Christian Science Practitioners tend to charge between $15-$75 per treatment. Their rates are self-determined and are not based on the duration or depth of the patient's experience.

How & where can I find a Christian Science Practitioner

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

A listing of Christian Science Practitioners can be found online or in the back pages of The Christian Science Journal. You can also search for a Christian Science Reading Room in your area.

Do the patient & practitioner need to be together for treatment?

No, the patient and the practitioner don't need to be together for effective treatment.

Does the practitioner keep the patient's treatment confidential?

Yes. Similar to a medical physician's legal code of ethics and confidentially when treating their patients, there is also a strict ethic of sacred confidentiality for Christian Science Practitioners.

What is a Christian Scientist Practitioner?

You are the light of the world:

Christie's Practice Policies:

A vision*

Frequently Asked Questions:

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

How many treatments are usually necessary for healing?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

What common problems do Christian Science Practitioners Treat?

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

How & where can I find a Christian Science Practitioner

What is a typical Christian Science Practitioner's rate?

Do the patient & practitioner need to be together for treatment?

Does the practitioner keep the patient's treatment confidential?