News & Events
A desire to learn about true healing
“I had been sitting on the sidelines with Christian Science for many years. Then one day I found myself embroiled in a conflict with the hospital where I worked as an emergency room nurse. I thought, maybe it’s time to look into this Science…”
Trusting Each Step of the Way
“If you had told me that I could lose my business, sell my home, pay off my debts, and yet be able to go back to school for three years, with my wife and five kids, to start and finish a chemistry degree, I would never have thought it possible. And yet it is!”
Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
“English teachers have so much potential to impact the way people think and the way people make sense of the world. I love working with college students because they’re going through an exciting transition. It’s exhilarating to help someone learn how to be a successful college student, how to be a good reader, how to think critically…”
Right Where He Needs to Be
“If you look at the pace at which things unfolded for me to enroll in the #1 MBA program for entrepreneurship and innovation, and apply what I’m learning everyday while working full-time at The Christian Science Monitor, it could only have been through God’s direction…”
Running in the Right Direction
“I love to run. For me it’s a special time to feel God’s comfort, to be grateful, to pray. Some people ask me how I can handle the daily discipline and commitment it takes to train for my events. If you’re doing something for the right reason, it’s not hard…”
What Are Our Students Thinking About Life After College?
What are the challenges facing our students when they graduate from college and enter the workplace? How can we build on the relationship we have while they’re in college to better support them after college? What kind of support would they like? And how can we utilize ABF’s network of friends to offer this support? These […]
Which 50 Schools Are Our U.S. Students Attending This Year?
Each of the schools listed here has at least one Albert Baker funded student who attended during the 2010–2011 school year!
Special Fund for the Education of Christian Scientists in Maine
The Albert Baker Fund (ABF) is happy to announce a special fund for the education of Christian Scientists in Maine. We invite you to please share this information with your members. The ABF Maine Education Fund was made possible through a generous donation designated for this purpose by members of the First Church of Christ, Scientists, Damariscotta-Newcastle, at […]
A Tribute to Kevin Watters, ABF Board Member
Kevin Watters, a devoted and cherished member of The Albert Baker Fund Board of Trustees, passed on at the end of July. Kevin dearly loved our organization and our mission. In fact, much of what we are today, and what we are trying to become, is due, in no small part, to Kevin’s vision, influence and […]
Welcome to the New Albert Baker Fund Website!
We’re pleased to announce the launch of our new website. It features clearer instructions for applicants, more examples of gratitude, and additional ways for you to connect with ABF.
