Christian Scientists Dedicate Mother Church
On this day in 1906, the recently enlarged Mother Church of Christian Science was dedicated in Boston. The original building seated only 1,000 people, and the church's growing popularity created the need for more space. The addition tripled the seating capacity. The dramatic white structure with its landmark dome stands at the heart of the Christian Science complex. It is a visible testament to the life of Mary Baker Eddy, author, healer, publisher, religious reformer, and founder of Christian Science. The book she wrote to explain the principles of Christian Science, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, went through 382 editions during her lifetime. It has sold more than 10 million copies and been translated into 16 languages as well as Braille.
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