Join Us!
If you have an interest in the prison chaplaincy work, we'd love to have you join our team. Below is a description of the various positions included in our activities.
Institutional Representatives:
Representatives are appointed by their churches, and
make regular reports at business meetings to
inform their members about Institutional Services
Committee work and outreach. They also serve as the
Committee's point person by notifying their church when an
inmate is released and wants to continue his study
of Christian Science. This may include arranging
for rides to
church, or the Reading Room and lectures through church
members. The branch church representative works closely with the chaplain
or volunteer who was
working with the inmate while incarcerated.
Chaplains:
Chaplains are class-taught (a 12-day class
instruction course in spiritual healing from an
authorized Christian Science teacher) students of
Christian Science who have demonstrated an ability to
heal, and who can present its teachings compassionately
to those inquiring about Christian Science. They serve
as practitioners, conduct church services, meet on a
one-to-one basis with inmates and give prayerful treatment when it is
requested. Chaplains must be members of The Mother
Church and a branch church or society that is a member
of this committee.
To view an application form, click here.
Volunteers/Workers:
Volunteers/Workers must be members of The Mother
Church and a branch church or society that is a member
of this committee. Any other qualifications are left to
the discretion of the Executive Board. They may hand
out literature and/or assist the chaplains in church
services or Sunday School teaching.
To view an application form, click here.
Executive Committee Member:
The Executive Committee is responsible for the
day-to-day administration and supervision of the
activities of the Committee on behalf of all members.
The committee consists of five members and meets once a
quarter.
To view an application form, click here.
Still have questions about our work, or any of the positions listed above? Please contact our secretary.
