Laura Lathrop (1845–1922) was an American religious leader in the Christian Science movement, primarily in New York City.
[1] A student of Mary Baker Eddy, she became a Christian Science healer, teacher, and church leader in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.
Although often reluctant in accepting leadership roles, Lathrop was diligent in following Eddy's directives.
She proved to be an effective spokesperson for Christian Science in the public square and before legislative committees.
[3] Over a twenty-six year period, Lathrop had a very active, demanding, and successful healing practice in New York City.