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New President of The Mother Church

January 19, 2012. The Christian Science Board of Directors sent the following message to members and friends of The Mother Church.

Dear Friends and Fellow Members,

As you know, our good friend Marta Greenwood, CSB, has been serving as President of The Mother Church. While there are still a few months left in her one-year term, she has asked to step away from this office to take some quiet time for herself. With great love and appreciation for all she’s accomplished as President, the Christian Science Board of Directors has accepted her request.

The Board has elected Channing Walker, C.S., to complete the term as President.

Channing is devoted to the full-time practice of Christian Science healing. His longtime dedication to the public practice began while living in New York City several decades ago. He later returned to his native Southern California. Many of you will know of Channing’s substantial service to our Cause from his hundreds of articles published in the Christian Science periodicals, some of which have been unsigned editorials. He has also served as a member of the Board of Lectureship. Channing participates actively in church from a small town nestled in the mountains near San Bernardino National Forest. From this quiet spot, he’s looking forward to fulfilling this office, prayerfully supporting the Church officers and members, and he invites us all to join him in this prayer.

THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Posted: January 19, 2012 | 9:04 am

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1. Yolande Cole, Oakland, CA says:

With tremendous thanks to Marta Greenwood, whom I love dearly, thank you so very much for your prayers, time and attention to a job well done. We all need time away at times. Jesus went to the mountain top to refresh himself so what say ye about we?

I enjoy reading Channing Walker’s articles and I am wondering if he was ever involved with Arden Wood, San Francisco at some point and time in his years with Christian Science. I am looking forward to his service as our new President of the Mother Church and am praying to know that all is well with Marta Greenwood and looking forward to supporting Channing Walker in his endeavor to serve as President of the Mother Church. Thank you both very much.

2. Don Sandlin, Monterey Park, says:

We’re looking forward to a great year with Mr

Walker and
Company. Best
wisher.

3. Susan Shamroy, Santa Paula, California says:

With great gratitude for Marta Greenwood’s inspiring, uplifting presence gracing the world, I welcome Channing Walker to his new position. It is helpful to know that he will remain in his quiet spot to support mankind, and I join him in his prayer.

4. Diane from New Hampshire says:

Mr Walker has given us many wonderful articles, and I thank him for becoming the President of our Mother Church.

The many Blogs from Marta Greenwood have been wonderful and uplifting. Thank you Marta for all you have done and are continuing to do for the Christian Science Movement. Bless you for all the love you share.

5. Donna says:

My most sincere congratulations Chan. You will be in my prayers as you render service to your religious community.