Author Archives: MaryO

About MaryO

Cushing's and kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma) patient, founder, owner and webmaster of Cushing's Help and Support, web designer, piano teacher and mom. I am a Cushing's patient who has dealt with Cushing's symptoms since 1983 (or earlier) and the aftereffects of pituitary surgery since 1987. Because I had very little support for my symptoms, diagnosis and surgery, I decided to try to make things a little better for other patients and started a support site called Cushing's Help and Support in 2000. The site has grown to astronomical numbers. This disease isn't as rare as doctors have told us! In 2006, I was also diagnosed with kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma). My left kidney and adrenal gland were removed. Having an adrenal gland removed complicates my post-Cushing's symptoms. I am not planning to have any more rare and unusual diseases. My entire bio to date can be found here: http://www.cushings-help.com/maryos_story.htm But, enough of that - it's not always about Cushing's, or even Cancer. This one is about Life!

Today’s Bible Verse ~ Philippians 1:21

19 Aug

Today’s Bible Verse

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” –Philippians 1:21

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Posted by MaryO on August 19, 2015 in Bible Verse, Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse, Videos

Tags: Christ, die, Epistle to the Philippians, live, Philippians, Philippians 1:21, Today's Bible Verse, video

New Sermon Series: In His House

18 Aug

Please join us in worship at the 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 Services.

August 23 – In His House: Embrace Your Place – 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

All 3 services – Pastor Dan

When we find the place we’re meant to be, we can discover more about ourselves than we thought possible.

In this two-part series, we’ll learn that the search for purpose can lead you to some unexpected places. In week one, learn to embrace the moment in time God has placed you in: you’re there for a reason. And in week two, we’ll explore how God uses highly unlikely people in highly unlikely ways to bring about highly unlikely results, when we’re just obedient.
August 30 – In His House: That’s Not Good – Genesis 2:15-24

All 3 services – Pastor Dan

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Posted by MaryO on August 18, 2015 in Books of The Bible, Pender UMC, Sermon, The Holy Bible

Tags: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, Dan Elmore, Genesis 2:15-24, In His House, Pastor Dan, Pender UMC, sermon series

Today’s Bible Verse ~ 2 Corinthians 10:17-18

18 Aug

Today’s Bible Verse

“But, “Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord.” For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.” –2 Corinthians 10:17-18

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Posted by MaryO on August 18, 2015 in Bible Verse, Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse, Videos

Tags: 2 Corinthians 10:17-18, boast, commend, Corinthians, Lord, Second Epistle to the Corinthians, Today's Bible Verse, video

Blessing of the Backpacks

17 Aug

Bring your backpacks for a special blessing as we all prepare to start a new school year!

Who: Students of all ages & teachers

What: Back to School Backpack Blessing

When: Sunday, August 30, at all 3 worship services

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Posted by MaryO on August 17, 2015 in Get Involved!, Pender UMC, Posts of Interest

Tags: Backpack, Blessing of the Backpacks, children, school

Today’s Bible Verse ~ 2 Corinthians 7:1

17 Aug

Today’s Bible Verse

“Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” –2 Corinthians 7:1