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 ~ 1 John 5:12

19 Aug

Today’s Bible Verse

“Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.” –1 John 5:12

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Posted by MaryO on August 19, 2013 in Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse

Tags: 1 John, 1 John 5:12, God, John, life, Son, Today's Bible Verse

Today’s Bible Verse ~ Philippians 1:21

18 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 18, 2013 in Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse

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

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

17 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 17, 2013 in Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse

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

Today’s Bible Verse ~ 2 Corinthians 7:1

16 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

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Posted by MaryO on August 16, 2013 in Books of The Bible, The Holy Bible, Today's Bible Verse

Tags: 2 Corinthians 7:1, Corinthians, Second Epistle to the Corinthians, Today's Bible Verse

This Week at Pender

15 Aug

Read This Week at Pender here: http://www.penderumc.org/newsletter

We return to a part of our heritage as Methodists, the Campmeeting. It will be a time to sing the old hymns, enjoy the upbeat worship and hear the Gospel preached that will help those who are lost and wandering in our community.

Sermon on August 18: LOST Son – Luke 15:11-24

This parable is second only to the Good Samaritan in familiarity. It is because at one time or another we have all been there. People get lost as well. Most of the time it is our own choice. What happens when we are lost? How do we get home? Let’s see this Sunday.

“For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.’ And they began to celebrate.” Luke 15:24