1. The Intended Outcome of a Principia Education
An Effective Christian Scientist
One who has learned to:
• Love Christian Science, turn readily to God for guidance and healing, remove limitations,
and live a life that inspires others.
• Read the Bible and Science and Health* with understanding.
• Appreciate the role of church in individual spiritual growth and support the prosperity of
the Christian Science movement through Manual-authorized* activities.
A Public-Spirited Citizen
One who has learned to:
• Serve others actively and unselfishly.
• Practice the principles of democracy in daily life.
• Respect all humanity.
• Use historical and global understanding to become a more focused healer for the world.
An Inspired Learner
One who has learned to:
• Think conceptually, critically, and analytically with clarity, vigor, fearlessness, tolerance,
accuracy, and wisdom, in accordance with divine law.
• Communicate orally and in writing with clarity and precision.
• Differentiate between what is permanent and what is transient - between what is
important and what is not.
• Develop academic, athletic, artistic, and other talents.
• Demonstrate mastery in chosen fields of endeavor.
• Value lifelong learning.
An Individual of Refined Moral Character
One who has learned to:
• Act ethically with moral courage.
• Demonstrate leadership and followership.
• Practice self-discipline and self-government from a basis of divine Principle.
• Live such qualities as grace, love, integrity, humility, compassion, and joy.
* Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures and Manual of The Mother Church, both written
by Mary Baker Eddy
