El convenes annual Conferences in various American cities. The Conferences afford unparalleled opportunities to meet other Christian Scientists with similar perspectives. The several-day event features talks, papers and discussion sessions, and may include both gay and non-gay participants. They provide a forum for exchanging ideas and viewpoints in a loving and safe environment. The annual Conference is a joyous occasion for sharing and caring, loving, and healing. The culmination of each conference is an innovative Christian Science Sunday morning service.