First Church of Christ, Scientist, Austin

01/26/2026

The Reading Room will be closed Monday, and possibly Tuesday, while we wait for the ice to melt! 🥶❄️

Stay safe and warm, and we will see you again when we reopen!

01/24/2026

Family and Friends,

A friendly reminder that we will be ONLINE ONLY 💻 for service tomorrow, 11AM! Click the link below or follow the instructions to join us on zoom.

01/24/2026

Hey Family and Friends! What a special treat Tomorrow evening! Be sure to RSVP with CedarS Camps to join in 1 of the 2 offerings ( or both!) of an ONLINE (📢📢) camp show!

Snow day, CedarS way! ❄️🌲
We’re bringing CedarS straight to you with two online video shows this Sunday at 4:00pm & 7:00pm Central!

Tune in from home to watch the 2026 CedarS video, explore programs for all ages, staff & volunteer opportunities, and connect with the CedarS community!

RSVP with the link in bio or at https://cedarscamps.org/video-shows/

01/22/2026

This CedarS camp show weekend has been postponed to a later date, more info to follow! We hope that everyone has a safe and warm weekend.

01/16/2026

We are happy to invite you to 2 CedarS Camp Shows here in Austin! CedarS is a summer camp in Lebanon, Missouri serving youth, families, and adults who are interested in growing in Christian Science!

Saturday, Jan 24th
12 - 4 pm
Ken Heroy’s house
🌲 camp video show
🌲 burgers
🌲 games & activities

Sunday, Jan 25th
12:15 - 2:15 pm
First Church of Christ, Scientist
🌲 camp video show
🌲 pizza party

• Come meet: Holly Huff Bruland, Executive Director; Ben Stolfa, Youth Camp Director & Ambassador
• Discover 20 summer programs, etc
• Learn about financial aid options
• Come see why Sunday School students around the world call CedarS home

BONUS: All who attend the show receive a CedarS item!!

01/15/2026

Who’s up for not one, but TWO camp shows in Austin with CedarS?! We can’t wait to host you!!

January 24 & 25 WEEKEND!!!

We will have fun, family, friends, and food! Oh, and a camp show ☺️

Come see why Sunday School students and families call CedarS home!

Huge thanks to Jeriann for kickstarting our video season in San Jose! Next stop . . . Austin TX!! See you January 24 & 25!

01/03/2026

Happy New Year to all!

12/23/2025

We will be open again on Friday, January 2nd! See you then and Happy New Year!!

12/23/2025

We hope to see you there!

12/21/2025

Sing a joyful noise!

12/18/2025

The holiday season is often filled with joy—but for many, it can also bring challenges, loneliness, or uncertainty. When life feels heavy, it can be tempting just to “hang on” and hope the season passes quickly. But there’s a beautiful reminder in this week’s article, “Serving God no matter what” by Elizabeth Ragsdale, that speaks directly to these moments.

The article shares the story of Joseph, who faced betrayal, injustice, imprisonment, and hardship. Yet through every trial, he stayed close to God. He worked with humility, listened for God’s guidance, and trusted that divine Love was always leading him forward. And because of that steadfastness, Joseph not only prospered spiritually—he blessed countless others.

This message is especially meaningful during the holidays. While the world may focus on material abundance or picture-perfect gatherings, God calls us to something deeper: to feel His presence, to express His qualities, and to serve Him right where we are.

In the article, Elizabeth writes candidly about her own years of hardship—times of loss, isolation, and uncertainty—and how those very years became a sacred opportunity for spiritual growth. She discovered that when everything else seemed stripped away, God was right there, providing purpose, direction, and tender care.

✨ Her takeaway—and Joseph’s—is our reminder too:
No matter what we face this season, we are never separated from God’s goodness.
We can serve Him with grace and love even in difficult moments.
And as we do, we find that God is quietly, powerfully leading us forward.

So if this holiday season feels heavy, know that you are held in infinite Love. God is guiding each step, opening the way, and revealing how you can bless others—even now, even here.

May this season remind us that true peace comes from staying close to God, trusting His plan, and letting His light shine through us.

🔗 Read the full article in our Linktree, in our bio.