Dr. Bobbie Croddy

When did you first get interested in New Thought/Religious Science?
I started to formally study Religious Science in about 1982. I was first introduced to Religious Science through Terry Cole-Whittaker. I went to the Valley of the Sun Church of Religious Science and became a Licensed Professional Practitioner in 1988. I continued to expand my studies with Dr. Lola Mayes in Mesa and eventually went through her Ministerial Seminary and was ordained as a minister in 1992. I earned my Doctorate of Divinity in 1999 and also obtained Ministerial Credentials from Emerson in 2005.

Who are some of your most significant teachers/mentors?
There are so many wonderful people who have had a significant impact on my life. One person who is very important is Rev. Dr. Mary Alice Edgerton who has been my teacher/ mentor, friend, cheerleader since I entered Practitioner training. Others include Dr. Ellen Gardner, Dr. Lola Mayes, and Rev. Michele Whittington. Plus all my students, practitioners, friends, family and coworkers over the years have been my teachers and have had significant impact on my life.

Do you have an area that you are drawn to?
No. What ever the problem the truth is always the same.

Do you prefer to work face to face?
Yes. It is always nice to be in that personal contact. But if that is not possible the telephone works just fine.

How long have you been a practitioner?
I received my practitioner credentials in 1988.

Are you a native of AZ?
No. I was born in Grand Rapids Michigan. I grew up in Albany, NY and moved to AZ in 1971.

Did you start in another religion?
My family was Presbyterian.

What is your greatest joy as a Practitioner?
To see someone’s life change as a result of our prayer work together.