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Q&A With Mary Edwards

Three greatest peeves
"Poor excuses for tardiness liars Blaming God for something the devil (or self) did."

Interviewed by Mary Edwards 11/05/09

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Mary Edwards
CEO/PRESIDENT, Self

Location: detroit, MI United States
Joined: Sep 25th, 2008
About   (request update)
Today I was told by one of my mentees that the two most significant things she has learned from me is the importance of laying a solid foundatiom. "If you go deep, God will go wide."

The second thing is to surround yourself with team players who are strong where you are weak.Minister Mary Edwards
19025 Wildemere Street
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 341-4487
www.widowswithwisdom.org
edwardsmd@sbcglobal.net
Organizations
·Joy of Jesus Ministries, co-founder along with Rev. Eddie Edwards
·His Lovely Wife Ministries, Founder 1998
·Widows With Wisdom Ministries, Founder, 2004
·The Called and Ready Writers Ministry, Founder, 1999

Awards and Recognition
·“Who’s Who in Black Detroit” November 2007.
·Guiding Spirit Award 2007 Sigma Gamma Rho Society-Michigan Chapter.
· “Others” Award. Salvation Army. One of the highest honors given by the Army.
· “One of the Most Influential African American Women in Metropolitan Detroit.” 2002
·107th Point of Light Award 1990 Presidential Award. Revitalization in the Ravendale Community on the eastside of Detroit.

Publications
·Born Grown, 2007 Release Autobiography
·Chicken Soup for the African America 2004. The only Contributing Detroiter in the first edition of the series.
·Frequent on-line magazine contributor for Christian publications.

Professional
Consultant for study conducted on Capital Hill: “The Root Cause of Substance Abuse Columnist and Freelance writer, Michigan Chronicle/Michigan Front Page, top-ranked black-owned weekly newspaper
·Book Coach
·Mentor to Many
·International Speaker
·Radio Show host for: “Ask the Pastor’s Wife.”




Personal
.Widow of the esteemed community activist Rev. Eddie K. Edwards, founder of Joy of Jesus Ministries. Rev. Edwards was a veteran community organizer with 30 years of experience at the time of his death.
·Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother.
·Dual citizenship: US and Canada
·Spiritually ordained in 1976. Officially ordained in 1978.
·Above all, Minister Mary Edwards has been a born-again, spirit filled
Believer since 1976. She believes in leaving a legacy behind.


My Interview Question
Three greatest peeves
Current Whereabouts:
Helping women, widows and writers fulfill their dreams and leave a legacy.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
To walk worthy of the call on my life. I'm a pioneer and desire to keep a "smile on Jesus' face.)
Website:
http://www.widowswithwisdom.org/www.thecaledandreadywriters.org/www.borngrown.com
Education   (request update)
High School: Northwestern in Detroit, MI class of 1959
 
Activities & Accomplishments:
Honor Roll.
Best Memories:
Graduation!
Experience
I currently work with Self as CEO/PRESIDENT
I have 25 years of experience working in the Community, Social Services, and Nonprofit industry.
My BlackInAmerica.com Profile
Why Are You Concerned About Black America:
I'm a black woman, born in Canada, raised in the United States, primarily Detroit. I need to see more positive things happening in America. I want to make them happen.
How Did You Find Out About This Site:
a friend
What Would You Like To See On This Site:
help and encouragement for widows, one of our most underserved segments of society
Did You See The CNN Special Entitled "Black In America":
Yes
My Groups
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Guestbook Comments
Could use your help, will you listen and see if we can help soneone? 712-432-1085 pin 616244#
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