As you are considering membership, you will want to review Science and Health, especially the platform on page 330-340. Also, please review the Church Manual especially the Tenets of The Mother Church (page 15) and "Qualifications for Membership" (page 34). For further insights, read about activities of Church members.

To apply for membership, either go to the online application (English only) or download and print the appropriate application form below and follow the instructions on it. When you have completed the application form, give it to a teacher of Christian Science or any member of The Mother Church to approve and sign.

Applications for membership are welcome at any time. The next admission of new members will take place on Nov 7, 2008. Properly completed applications must reach the Office of the Clerk no later than Nov 5.

Online Application

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By the time you finish this easy online application, you will have the appropriate form for you to sign and mail to the Office of the Clerk. The address is below.

Application form 1

Application Form 1 (pdf)—For applicants who have completed class instruction
If you have been taught by an authorized Christian Science teacher, use Form 1. Your teacher will countersign the application and send it to the Clerk of The Mother Church. NOTE: No additional signature is required.

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To receive an application by mail, email info@churchofchristscientist.org or call 1-617-450-3481

Application form 2

Application Form 2 (pdf)—for applicants who have not completed class instruction
If you have not been taught by an authorized Christian Science teacher, use Form 2. A member of The Mother Church must approve the application and sign the form, then the member will give your application to a Christian Science teacher to countersign and send to the Clerk of The Mother Church. NOTE: If a Christian Science teacher signs as the member, there is no need for an additional signature.

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To receive an application by mail, email info@churchofchristscientist.org or call 1-617-450-3481

Basic Steps in the application process.

Read the checklist and instructions on the application.
Fill out the application.
Turn in your application to a member of The Mother Church, who will review and approve it.
The member of The Mother Church who approves your application should mail it to the Clerk at:

Clerk
The First Church of Christ, Scientist
Membership, P06-10
210 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02115-3195

For further information or questions regarding membership, email info@churchofchristscientist.org.