Christine negley
Christine Negley never imagined how much her life would change when she moved to The Willows in 2021. A lifelong Christian Scientist, she knew this would be a place where she could deepen her faith, but she had no idea how her passion for The Christian Science Monitor would ignite a fire within her to share it with the world beyond The Willows community.
JACK TRAIN
Discover how a transformative healing experience led Jack Train to shift his career path from becoming a doctor to being an architect. Throughout his life, Jack has experienced numerous healings and has remained deeply committed to Christian Science, serving in various leadership roles. Now a resident at The Willows, he cherishes his lifelong friendships, church activities, and the active lifestyle he maintains. Jack hopes to welcome more independent and active individuals to the community.
DOUGLAS EASTMAN
If you’ve visited The Willows, you may have been greeted by Douglas Eastman at the front desk, enjoyed one of his recipes from “Cooking with Douglas,” or heard him sing and play the piano and organ. A talented and beloved resident, Douglas has faced many challenges on his life journey. He shares his story to inspire others, showing that redemption is possible.
Dr. Joan BERNARD BRadley
After years of improving school systems, Joan felt called to address challenges within the Christian Science movement. “In every branch church I've been a part of, I’ve seen similar issues—a lack of engagement and declining membership.” Drawing on her experience of transforming schools, she now works to revitalize Christian Science churches and Reading Rooms. Living at The Willows provides the ideal environment for this work, including writing a book on servant leadership from a spiritual perspective.
DICK HORNER
For 49 years, Dick Horner has faithfully served as a Christian Science nurse. His role has been more than just a job; it’s a calling, one that allows him to witness God’s healing power on a daily basis. However, Dick’s journey has not been without its challenges. For the first 40 years of his career, he lived a nomadic lifestyle, never having a permanent home, either staying with patients or friends between cases. That all changed when Dick moved to The Willows, not only providing Dick the stability of a home but also opening new opportunities for him to continue serving the movement in profound ways.
