Fall / Winter 2025 | Supporting Christian Science Nursing in
the Pacific Northwest
A Caring Community
Good Samaritan Workshop
– Why host? 2026
Giving and Receiving – the riches of gratitude
New Website coming in 2026
Working Together – “of
one
accord” Christian Science healing – working together in care for one another
“Fulfil ye
my
joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord of one mind.” (Phil. 2:2)
As Fall arrives in the Pacific Northwest, all of us at Canterbury Crest are grateful for all the opportunities to support Christian Science nursing everywhere. Looking over the year, we are grateful for the demonstrations of fellowship of care in church communities and homes, in the Pacific Northwest and everywhere.
This year our newsletter will begin to have a nationwide reach. We welcome everyone to explore the resources and share the information about Christian Science nursing. Canterbury Crest is sharing news and links as we join the collaboration in key support organizations and individuals promoting the healing work of Christian Science nursing.
“As you work, the ages win;”
The 2025 theme for The Mother Church annual meeting is “As you work, the ages win.” Canterbury Crest is carrying this directive forward in its work and mission. Collaboration – working together – gives Christian Science nursing a strong foundation in promoting excellence in this fellowship of care.
“It takes a village” (– African proverb)
I
can of mine own self do nothing: ...
As we work, we also realize, just as Christ Jesus understood and showed his followers, we never find success by going it “alone”. He declared, “I can of mine own self do nothing:” (John 5:30 to 1st :) After Christ Jesus’ ascension the disciples formed community and gave – “as every man had need” – “breaking bread from house to house” – supporting one another. In fellowship we learn to rely on God’s care together as we follow Christ’s command to “love one another” in caring for one another.
On the following pages you will see how Canterbury Crest is represented in the strong community network of support organizations for Christian Science nursing and how you can be involved in supporting Christian Science nursing in your community.
–Christ Jesus (John 5:30 to 1st :)
COMMUNITY NEWS – Focus on the Field, Collaboration
Canterbury Crest is represented in the community and collaboration with other Christian Science nursing support organizations that have been established to carry out the mission of Christ Jesus’ healing with The Manual of The Mother Church directive regarding the Christian Science Nurse.
2025 updated Christian Science Nurse
Scope of Services (Important updates)
Scan the QR code or go to ChristianScience.com
The purpose of these organizations is to work together to coordinate and collaborate to ensure that the quality and excellence of Christian care standards are consistent for Christian Science nurses and those who call on them for care.
Three Canterbury Crest team members are currently serving on the boards of key support organizations - AOCSN (Assoc. of Organizations for Christian Science Nursing) and CSNN (Christian Science Nursing Network). – SEE DIAGRAM BELOW for network connections
These are only a few of many organizations engaged in this work and part of The Christian Science Nursing Collaborative. The COLLABORATIVE including the Collaborative Coordinating Committee (C3) oversees a collection of working groups that focus on specific areas needing the most support. At this time the focus is on:
● Continuity and consistency of training across facilities
● Eliminating silos - working together support for all
● Awareness of Christian Science nursing in church communities
● Recruiting - outreach to those considering Christian Science nursing
Organizations supporting the healing mission of Christian Science nursing
THE MOTHER CHURCH
The Department of Christian Science Nursing Activities
AOCSN is Association of Organizations for Christian Science nursing
Collaborative Coordinating Committee (C3)
Collaborative of working groups for Christian Science nursing including AOCSN, CSNN, the Philanthropy Forum and The Mother Church
CSNN-Christian Science Nursing Network supporting Christian Science nurses in their ministry
THE PHILANTHROPY FORUM
( See Collaborative of Christian Science Nursing website)
Learn more about these organizations use the QR code or click on the graphic to link to each organization’s website.
Christian Science nurses need 4 hours of continuing education in 3 classes each year to remain listed in The Journal.
CANTERBURY CREST SUPPORTING CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING
“This workshop helped me open thought to sharing with the community about Christian Science and care.
“
– Good Samaritan Workshop participant
Field Reps are financially supported by Canterbury Crest and work in church communities and in the following ways:
Christian Science Nursing
● Continuing education
● Christian Science nursing ConversationsZoom meetings
● Work in facilities to support the need for Christian Science nurses
● Active in local branch membership
CANTERBURY CREST FIELD REPS
Canterbury Crest Field Reps are independent private duty, Christian Science nurses. They must be hired independent of Canterbury Crest for in‑home Christian Science nursing care.
Have a question or need Christian Science nursing care? Would you like a Field Rep to visit or contact you?
Use the QR code or link to a directory of Field Reps or call Canterbury Crest at 866.639.7661.
Church communities
● Facilitating the educational and resource-filled, informative Good Samaritan workshops
● Making connections in church communities
● Making Christian visits
● Equipment in storage units (Temporary aids / equipment; some supplies)
Individual students of CS
Call a Field Rep to:
● Ask Questions about Christian Science nursing
● Ask about care resources
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING CONVERSATIONS!
Calling all Christian Science Nurses!
Are you working in the Field and feel that it would be great to have support from other Christian Science nurses and discuss topics that you have concerns about?
JOIN private ZOOM meetings held each month! You can join either the 1st Sunday meeting at 2PM PT, the 4th Tuesday at 8AM PT or both. Your host will be Canterbury Crest Field Rep and Journal -listed Christian Science nurse, Bethany Vladic.
Contact Bethany by email to get on the email list for links to each meeting. Meetings are held in strict confidence and only with Christian Science nursing professionals.
We look forward to meeting you there!
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING CARE
IN FELLOWSHIP OF CARE – Workshops
The Good Samaritan Workshop
Canterbury Crest workshops help to show church communities how to demonstrate the fellowship of care that is natural to all of us and in line with Christian Science practice. We share the metaphysics and ethics of caring for one another as we follow Christ’s command to “love one another.”
“Go and do likewise ...
–Christ Jesus
Make 2026 the year that your community is blessed by the opportunity to receive the valuable insights and inspiration brought to the many communities that have hosted this caring focused workshop.
We look forward to coming to your community in 2026!
RESOURCES FOR CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING CARE
The Principle Foundation
The Principle Foundation promotes inspired benevolence in accordance with the teachings of Christian Science. Below are sponsored websites with specific resources and ways to apply for help.
RiperYears.org
(Abundant information on available care resources)
NFCSN.org
(National Fund for Christian Science Nursing)
The Dominion Foundation
Offers grants to provide for Christian Science nursing in the home, and for Christian Science nurses’ education.
Christian Science care resources shared at Good Samaritan Workshops
CanterburyCrest.org/GSW resources
WHY HOST A GOOD SAMARITAN WORKSHOP?
Let past participants give their gratitude and what it meant to them to have a workshop!
“What I liked most about the workshop was the loving and cheerful atmosphere, sharing ideas with fellow Christian Scientists and others and finding out about the resources!! Also, thinking about myself as a (Christian Science) nurse!”
– Good Samaritan Workshop participant
WE ARE SCHEDULING 2026 WORKSHOPS NOW! Bring a Good Samaritan Workshop to YOUR church community. Call a Field Rep in your area OR Email us at crestnews@canterburycrest.org For details please scan QR code to download the flyer/schedule and sample agenda on our website or go to www.CanterburyCrest.org/workshops
“Best
thing about the workshop is the fellowship!
I
also liked the open discussion with knowledgeable fellow Christian Scientists.”
– Good Samaritan Workshop participant
CANTERBURY CREST – MEETING THE NEED!
Giving & Receiving – The riches of gratitude!
We are so grateful for the contributions from YOU keeping us moving forward. Our organization will need your help as we expand to serve more communities in the coming year!
CANTERBURY CREST needs:
● $150,000 per year to remain a TAX FREE organization - Giving $5, $10 recurring can make a big differenceThank you for any amount you can give.
● To hire 4 FIELD REPS to bring our TEAM to 8
● Sponsor 10 to 12 workshops in 2026
Serving on the Board has given me the opportunity to use my talents in support of the Cause of Christian Science. But more importantly, it has increased my understanding of the value of Mary Baker Eddy’s provision for Christian Science nursing and helped me to see the God given talents expressed by Christian Science nurses. It is a blessing to see the love expressed and to be a part of this work!
Emmy – Canterbury Crest Board Member
“I was so grateful to learn about Canterbury Crest and the Field Rep program where I was able to have help with Christian visits.
– New Canterbury Crest Donor
DEC 2, 2025
JOIN US!
Canterbury Crest is calling on YOU to join our team!
There are now openings for:
● 2 Board Members
● 4 Field Reps (Preferrably to live and have their private ministry in Central or Southern OR, ID, or MT)
Call Canterbury Crest at 866.639.7661 ext 8 or email us at Admin@CanterburyCrest.org to inquire.
PO Box 19147
Portland, OR 97280-0147
Address Service Requested
New Website coming 2026!
Our website is getting an upgrade in 2026 Here’s what you’ll see on the new site:
• simple clean design
• new features
• easier navigation
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Peggy Gautschi President · Boise, ID Jim Loayza Vice President · Vancouver, WA Kiersten Bess Agnew Secretary · Azusa, CA Emmy Guthrie Treasurer · Eugene, OR
DIRECTORS Peggy Gautschi Boise, ID Barbara Weiser Wilsonville, OR
