Celebrate Gratitude & God’s Love
Join Christian Science Churches across Southern California for a free Thanksgiving church service filled with gratitude, inspiration, and healing. It’s a quiet hour to pause from the rush of the season—to give heartfelt thanks to God for His goodness and love.
Each service includes hymns, readings from the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, and an opportunity for attendees to share brief expressions of gratitude.
Our doors are open to welcome everyone—bring family and friends! Most services begin at 10 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
A Heart Full of Thanks
How can we live a grateful Thanksgiving—every day? True gratitude is more than a passing feeling; it’s a way of seeing life through the lens of divine Love.
As we recognize God as the source of every good gift—health, peace, supply, and joy—our gratitude deepens and naturally uplifts others. Gratitude opens the door to healing and renewal, reminding us that God’s blessings are constant and abundant.
Read our inspiring blog:
A Grateful Thanksgiving: Living with a Heart Full of Thanks
Whether you’re a lifelong Christian Scientist or simply seeking a peaceful way to honor Thanksgiving, you are warmly invited. Come join our church family.
Find a Thanksgiving Church Service
SoCal Christian Science churches and societies hold Thanksgiving Day services in most locations at 10 a.m. Find contact information and ways to participate through Church near me to find a Thanksgiving church service.
What to Expect
- Bible Readings and Hymns
Uplifting passages from the Bible and Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy, Founder of Christian Science. - Open Sharing of Gratitude
Attendees are invited (but never required) to share what they’re grateful for. - Peaceful Atmosphere
A quiet, welcoming space to reflect on God’s care and the blessings in your life.
Why Come?
Attending a Thanksgiving church service offers a refreshing pause from holiday busyness. You’ll leave uplifted, with a deeper sense of peace and gratitude that lasts well beyond the holiday.
Can’t Attend in Person?
Many churches also offer online or phone access so you can participate from home. Check individual churches for Zoom or phone links.
Plan Your Visit
- Services last about an hour.
- All are welcome—family, friends, and visitors of every background.
- No collection is taken.
Why We Give Thanks
Christian Scientists cherish Thanksgiving as a time to express love and gratitude to God through worship and community.
We celebrate not only material blessings but the spiritual understanding that God’s love is always present, healing and sustaining us.
Whether you’re new to Christian Science or simply seeking spiritual inspiration, you’re warmly invited to join us.
Stay Inspired
Come celebrate gratitude with us this Thanksgiving Day and experience the joy of God’s “unspeakable gift.”
Free access to the Thanksgiving Bible Lesson
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