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THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST

faith and unfailing fidelity they have stood at the breastworks in the battle, and won the reward, “Well done, good and faithful servant; . . . enter thou into the joy of thy lord.”

But what of this magnificent structure? Whence did it come? To me it is the result of the love that trembled in one human heart when it whispered: “Dear God, may I not take this precious truth and give it to my brothers and sisters?” How can we ever thank God enough for such an one,—ever thank you enough for your unselfed love. May the glory which crowns the completion of this structure shed its brightest beams on your pathway, and fill your heart with the joy of Love's victory.

Your sincere follower,  

James J. Rome.

Boston, Mass., June 30, 1906.


Rev. Mary Baker Eddy,

Pleasant View, Concord, N. H.

Beloved Leader and Teacher: — We, the Directors of your church, send you loving greetings and congratulations upon the completion of the magnificent extension of The Mother Church of Christ, Scientist, and we again express our thankful appreciation of your wise counsel, timely instruction, and words of encouragement when they were so much needed.

We acknowledge with many thanks the valuable services rendered to this Board by the members of the business committee, who were ever ready to assist us in every way possible; also the services of other members of the church, who gave freely of their time and efforts when there was urgent need of both.