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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!

Pender Music: Where There is Love

09 Nov

“Where There is Love” was the offertory anthem at Pender’s 9:00 am Traditional Service on September 17, 2023 It was sung by Pender’s Sanctuary choir, directed by Jane McKee and accompanied on piano by Heidi Jacobs.

Composed by Karen Crane/arr. Douglas Nolan, there is a simple pristine melody in this sacred song. Rising like a gentle prayer, the music reminds the listener of the heartbeat of the gospel: God is love! “Oh, let God’s love flow through me, like the air I breathe, ev’ry word I say, be a testament of grace.”

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Posted by MaryO on November 9, 2023 in Ministries, Music, Music Ministry, Pender UMC, Videos

Tags: Centerville, Chantilly, community, Douglas Nolan, Fairfax, faith, Heidi Jacobs, Jane McKee, Karen Crane, melody, Northern Virginia, NoVa, offertory, Pender UMC, pender united methodist church, piano, sacred song, Sanctuary Choir, United Methodist, video, Virginia, Wesley, Where There is Love, worship

Community Thanksgiving Service

08 Nov

🌟✨ United in Gratitude: A Multi-Church Thanksgiving Celebration November 19 at 6:00 pm ✨🌟

As the holiday season approaches, let’s gather in a spirit of unity and thankfulness with our friends from Christ Presbyterian, King of Kings Lutheran, Ox Hill Baptist, and Pender United Methodist Churches.

Join us for an inspiring service filled with joyous music, heartfelt reflection, and an opportunity to count our blessings in the warm company of our community. This year, we’re honored to have Pastor Bruce Johnson from Pender deliver a message that promises to uplift and resonate with the spirit of Thanksgiving.

After the service, we invite you to linger a little longer and enjoy a delightful reception. It’s a time for laughter, fellowship, and creating memories with both old friends and new.

Let’s come together to express our gratitude and celebrate the abundance of life’s gifts. We can’t wait to welcome you into this circle of thankfulness!

🍂🙏 #CommunityThanksgiving #GratefulHeartsUnite #HolidayBlessings

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Posted by MaryO on November 8, 2023 in Holidays, Pender UMC, Posts of Interest, Thanksgiving

Tags: Community Thanksgiving Service, Pastor Bruce Johnson, Thanksgiving

Young Hearts, Ancient Words

08 Nov

🌟 Young Hearts, Ancient Words 📚✨

Young Adult? Unlock the mysteries of history’s bestseller! Whether you’re a curious onlooker or a seasoned journeyer, let’s dive into the depths of the Bible over a cozy breakfast meetup. ☕🥐

📅 November 11 | 🕥 10:30 AM

Join Pastor Bruce and fellow seekers in Pender’s Library for a morning filled with warm bites and enlightening talks. Explore what the Bible might hold for your life – your chapter starts here!

#ExploreWithBruce #MorningBitesAndBibleInsights

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Posted by MaryO on November 8, 2023 in Bible Study, Ministries, Pender UMC, Young Adult

Tags: Bible Study, breakfast, Young Adult

Book Lovers Group

07 Nov

📚✨ Embark on a Literary Journey with Fellow Bibliophiles! ✨📚

Are your shelves brimming with tales of intrigue, suspense, and the pursuit of knowledge? Whether you’re a devotee of the latest bestsellers or a connoisseur of timeless classics, the Book Lovers Group is your next chapter!

🗓️ Join us virtually each month on the second Sunday at 4:00 PM for an adventure through pages that promise to be as thrilling as the stories we devour. Our rendezvous lasts approximately 1 1/2 hours—perfect for a deep dive into the heart of each book.

Engage in spirited debates that will challenge your perspectives, enrich your reading experience, and connect you with stories in ways you never expected. Will you be the champion of the underdog novel, or the critic of the acclaimed bestseller? Our discussions are as varied and captivating as the books themselves.

For our upcoming gathering, we’re diving into Jimmy Buffett’s “A Salty Piece of Land.” It’s more than a book—it’s an escape to the high seas of imagination!

📅 Mark your calendars for Sunday, November 12 at 4 PM, and let’s unravel the wonders of Buffett’s world together, all from the comfort of your own reading nook.

Interested? Reach out to Iris for more details, or contact the webmaster to secure your Zoom link to this literary escape room!

🔍📖 All book lovers are welcome to join the quest. Let’s turn the page to a new adventure!

#PenderBookLovers #VirtualBookClub #ReadDiscussRepeat

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Posted by MaryO on November 7, 2023 in Book Lovers Group, Pender UMC

Tags: A Salty Piece of Land, Book Lovers Group, Jimmy Buffet, Zoom

Remember to Change your Clock Tonight!

04 Nov

Daylight Saving Time 2023 ends for the year so the clock change for the fall takes place in the morning at 2 a.m. Daylight Saving Time 2023 seems overdue, but it is the same time each year.

The clock changes on the first Sunday in November. Daylight Saving Time starts on the second Sunday in March each year.

And, time to sing again…