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Christian Science Reading Room - Boston, Massachusetts

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Christian Science Reading Room - Boston, Massachusetts

It’s a bookstore, a library, and a quiet place for study and prayer — everyone is welcome.

Here you can read or buy the Bible and all the books by Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science. Read and listen to more than 100 years of articles and testimonies giving first-hand accounts of physical and moral healing through prayer. Our library nook includes Bible reference books and biographies of Mary Baker Eddy. Christian Science Reading Rooms are found in hundreds

of communities around the world. We're affiliated with The First Church of Christ Scientist (located on the Christian Science Plaza at the corner of Massachusetts and Huntington Avenues.

09/06/2026

Start your week off by reading Jesus' Sermon on the Mount—a collection of his teachings found in the Gospel of Matthew.

Join us to read this special Bible text together:
🔹11:30 a.m. ET—In person
🔹1 p.m. ET—In person and online

Attend in person at 194 Massachusetts Avenue.

You can find hours of operation and other store information at the link in our bio. 🔗

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

09/05/2026

Looking for a fresh start this fall?

Want to read the Bible Lessons in the books but not sure how to do it?

Here is a new short, step-by-step video that walks you through what you’ll need and how to mark your books.
Keep your forever-friend and guide with you! biblelesson.com/marking

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/28/2026

From The Mary Baker Eddy Library: Many have visited a Christian Science Reading Room but how many have visited a reading tent?

Take a look at this pop-up Reading Room at the 1914 New England Fair in Worcester, Massachusetts. What a pleasant spot to catch the latest Christian Science publication!

📷©: Tent at the New England Fair, Worcester, Massachusetts, 1914. P007510. Unknown photographer.

08/26/2026

Dive deeply into the Bible’s healing application to our lives. Read Bible passages and related articles, testimonies of healing, and poems.

You can find hours of operation and other store information at christianscience.com/csrrboston.

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/23/2026

Start your week off by reading Jesus' Sermon on the Mount—a collection of his teachings found in the Gospel of Matthew.

Join us to read this special Bible text together:
🔹11:30 a.m. ET—In person
🔹1 p.m. ET—In person and online

Attend in person at 194 Massachusetts Avenue.

You can find hours of operation and other store information at christianscience.com/csrrboston.

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/22/2026

Praying for the world can feel like a big task—what impact can one individual have?

Join us TODAY as we explore this topic in our weekly event, "Praying about current events—with The Christian Science Monitor."

This hybrid event is held every Saturday at 1 p.m. ET and is open to all.

Attend in person at 194 Massachusetts Avenue.

🔹The latest Christian Science Monitor Weekly issues are available to read or purchase, and archived articles are accessible using our in-store computers during your visit.🔹

You can find hours of operation and other store information at christianscience.com/csrrboston.

📷©️ : The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/17/2026

🚌📚✏️Head back to school with the August 17th issue of The Christian Science Monitor✏️📚🚌

Explore how AI is reshaping education, parents are mobilizing to get screens out of the classroom, and kids are finding new ways to make the most out of school.

From Sal Khan’s (Khan Academy) predictions about the future of education to the wild and wacky world of class pets, this special issue of the Monitor magazine features insights for the classroom, kids and grown-ups alike.

To purchase an individual copy of this special issue, please visit the Christian Science Reading Room at 194 Massachusetts Ave. or online at csmonitor.com/shopbacktoschool.

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/13/2026

The Reflecting Pool at the Christian Science Plaza is 670 feet long and was declared a historical landmark by the City of Boston in 2011.

It’s the perfect place to spend a summer lunch break walking around the pool or reading a book on one of our many nearby benches

📷©️ : The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/11/2026

Find inspiration from people who've proven the power of God in their daily lives through the study and practice of Christian Science.

Join us today, and every Tuesday, for “Timely topics with Sentinel Watch,” in person (194 Massachusetts Avenue) or online at 1 p.m. ET.

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

08/07/2026

TODAY—Every Friday at 1 p.m. ET, join us for “Bible Lesson reading,” in person or online.

Bible Lessons consist of passages from the Bible with accompanying selections from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy.

Attend in person at 194 Massachusetts Avenue.

You can also find hours of operation and other store information at the link in our bio. 🔗

📷©️: The First Church of Christ, Scientist

Address

194 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA
02115

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 6pm
Tuesday	11am - 6pm
Wednesday	11am - 7pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	11am - 6pm
Saturday	11am - 5pm
Sunday	11:30am - 4pm

Website

http://www.christianscience.com/find-us/visit-the-mother-church/the-mother-church-reading-room

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