We are delighted to highlight ABF grant recipient, Jacob Stenstrom, who just finished his junior year at Oklahoma State University. With a double major in Environmental Biology and Zoology, he hopes to pursue an environmental career in order to help companies ensure their projects are environmentally sustainable.

“I have grown tremendously in the last year, both as a person and a Christian Scientist. Attending church, staying connected with CedarS, going to the Annual Meeting, and participating in the online learning communities through ABF were the driving factors of this growth.”

Keep up the good work, Jacob!

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Greetings to students attending Christian Science camps in the United States and Canada! Applications for Albert Baker Fund Scholarships can be found here: https://www.albertbakerfund.org/scholarships/

Leah is a third year law student at George Mason University in Arlington, Virginia. While law school typically takes three years, she is attending part time in the evenings while she works full time in the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. While really enjoying her graduate work and making close friends in the process, she has found it much more challenging than college. 

“As a life-long student of Christian Science, I can’t imagine going through law school while working full time without the knowledge we have of man’s infinite capacity. My church community in Washington, DC has been a great support to me, providing both encouragement and spiritual inspiration. I am so grateful for that!

Thank you so much for your contributions to The Albert Baker Fund and for helping me achieve my career goals! Your kindness will not be forgotten.”

Dear DiscoveryBound National Leadership Council Graduates and their families: 

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The DiscoveryBound National Leadership Council Graduate Award Program consisting of post-secondary tuition scholarships has been independently funded by a generous anonymous donor since 2019 on an annual basis and at various levels.  We are very grateful for the generosity of these gifts, the love this donor has for the NLC program, and the financial support this provided to NLC graduates.  

The Albert Baker Fund has administered the DB NLC Graduate Award Program on behalf of Adventure Unlimited, the parent organization for DiscoveryBound NLC. This was a natural collaborative opportunity, since ABF has the mechanisms in place for scholarship applications, review, and payment. 

The anonymous donor, however, is unable to continue to provide funding at this time, thus the NLC Graduate Award Program in support of tuition scholarships is no longer available.  Funding will not be available for Academic Year 2025-2026, and we have no indication it will resume in coming years.

The Albert Baker Fund provides financial support for college and vocational school tuition for Christian Science students with demonstrated financial need, supports Christian Science U.S. Military Chaplain training, and Christian Science Nurses training.  Please visit our website and reach out to Dr. Libby Scheiern at ABF to learn more about our scholarship requirements.  Application forms can be found on our website: www.albertbakerfund.org

If you have any questions, please contact us so that we may assist you.

Sincerely,

Libby Scheiern, PhD
Scholarships & Student Success, ABF

Michael Brown
Executive Director, Adventure Unlimited

“This summer I had the joy of being a graphic design intern for the Promotion & Design Services Group at The Mother Church in Boston, Massachusetts. It has truly been the most impactful summer of my life. Not only was I able to gain field experience in design, I was able to deepen my connection to Christian Science. Originally, I felt lost as to my plans this summer. I am overwhelmed with gratitude for God’s guidance and my summer in Boston.”

“I just transferred to the University of Illinois from Ohio State University and through leaning on God and a lot of prayer, the transition has been incredibly smooth, and I am definitely in my right place. This unfoldment was a true demonstration of God working His purpose out. Throughout this process I knew I could not fall out of God’s care, and He would not lead me astray. Since transferring, I connected with a branch church near campus and have been attending services regularly which has been a blessing. I am so grateful for Christian Science and its profound impact on my life.”

“Thank you again for your scholarship!”

– Katrina Boyce

Rebecca Tozzie, a dedicated musician from West Palm Beach, FL, is currently pursuing a Performance diploma in Violin at Boston University. As she approaches her final year in the program, Rebecca reflects on this distinguished experience, “ultimately, the program is aimed to help me improve as a musician and gain more instruction one-on-one, which is invaluable,” she notes, highlighting the rigorous curriculum that includes required musical classes alongside private lessons and elective choices.

With a Master of Music from East Carolina University already under her belt, Rebecca views this program as an extension that allows her to focus on performance aspects rather than solely academic pursuits. One of Rebecca’s highlights from her program is the yearly orchestra performance at Symphony Hall where the Boston Symphony Orchestra takes the stage. Rebecca fondly recalls last year’s performance of Mahler’s 2nd Symphony, describing it as a “profound” experience that left a lasting impact. “The hall was sold out and the audience clapped mid-performance and were so enthusiastic,” she reminisces. Looking ahead, Rebecca envisions a future where she either stays in Boston to teach and perform or pursues a doctorate degree in music, with Boston University remaining a top choice.

Rebecca initially discovered ABF through word-of-mouth within her church community, dating back to her undergraduate years at Florida State University. Reflecting on her decision to reach out to ABF, she shares, “I’m so grateful for the generosity ABF provides for students.” Throughout her partnership with ABF, Rebecca has found the experience to be exceptionally positive, highlighting the organization’s responsiveness, communicativeness, and approachability. Moreover, Rebecca’s journey with Christian Science has been intricately woven into her academic and musical pursuits. She views her practice sessions as a form of prayer, going beyond physical limitations and delving into “that knowledge which ultimately comes from God and is universal and given to all.” Living in the Asher House in Boston and regularly attending services at The Mother Church, Rebecca navigates the competitive landscape of the music industry, noting that her practice of Christian Science has provided her with a sense of grounding, allowing her to embrace her unique musical voice supplied by God.