Participant Stories

Christian Science in Action

Healing and spiritual growth are a constant in DiscoveryBound programs. These stories are just a few of the many experiences that have uplifted participants over the years.

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Jimmy

A Young Man's Journey

It gave me time and space to start honing my practice and learning what Christian Science is really all about.

Lydia

Joy in Service

I loved the impact I was having on other people, the connections I was making and the feeling of joy.

Kelsi

Iceland Trip Inspires Deeper Practice of Christian Science

I was immensely blessed by the trip, both spiritually and socially, and inspired by our morning [Bible] Lesson study gatherings to reinstate Christian Science study into my daily experience at home.

Kelly

A Renewed Love for Art

Ever since college ended, art has mostly just sat on the back burner. But that all changed when I started taking the virtual watercolor classes through DiscoveryBound.

Ruby

Getting Happiness and Strength From God

I truly feel surrounded by love when I am on my trips and I have done some of the most amazing things in my life on these trips.

Josh

Prayer Overcomes COVID-19

The outpouring of love from the teens was humbling and healing all on its own

Heather

Gratitude for Adventure Trip Support

This trip was amazing but it was also a great opportunity where I got to realize that I had experienced two healings, thanks to the program.

Kim

Making Connections for Life

DiscoveryBound is a great way to bring camp home with you and to express Christian Science with your friends.

Kenny

Inspired to Share the Love

The experiences I’ve had with NLC have helped me reach my full potential.

Rachel & Jesse

Being There for Each Other

Rachel Richardson and Jesse Dehnert, Compass guides for the 2021–2022 group, have brought a special set of qualities for connecting with their teens. Hear from them and three teens from their group on how this program has supported all of them in their practice of Christian Science and care for…

Shayla

A Change of Perspective

When I was with people in my NLC group, especially a couple strong-minded students of CS, I felt a spark of interest in the religion ignite.

Stella

Finding Her People

It felt great to meet other kids my age who knew about and understood Christian Science.