Mary Marshall Ministry
Breaking Down Barriers
Ministering to Those with Intellectual Disabilities
and Mental Health Issues
WELCOME!
"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth."
—2 Timothy 2:15
Welcome to the Mary Marshall Ministry blog! This unique online ministry presence helps break down the barriers and dispel misconceptions about ministering to people with intellectual disabilities and mental health issues. We hope to establish a relationship and build a friendship with you. You will learn and understand that, like you, our Mary Marshall residents need spiritual sustenance to grow in Christ and expand His kingdom. We believe if you get to know us, really know us, you will want to be a part of this unique ministry or find ways to serve those in your community.
Food for Thought
"An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge."
—Proverbs 18:15
About Us
"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another,
as stewards of God's varied grace."
–1 Peter 4:10
We are Mary Marshall!
Mary Marshall Ministry serves adults with intellectual disabilities and mental health issues, those living at Mary Marshall Assisted Living Residence in Arlington, Virginia. Click here to learn more about this Volunteers of America senior living facility!
Videos
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven."
—Matthew 5:17
"How to Minister
at Mary Marshall"
Learn about this unique Volunteers of America assisted living facility and how Mary Marshall Ministry serves its residents.
Come and join the team!
2024 Spiritual Colloquium
On January 9, I was honored to be a guest on the weekly Palms Up show hosted by Rhonda Hamilton to talk about the upcoming Volunteers of America Spiritual Colloquium to be held on March 9 at the Metropolitan Community Church of DC, 474 Ridge Street NW. For more information, visit https://www.voachesapeake.org/spiritual-colloquium-more.../.
To see the show in its entirety, visit: https://www.facebook.com/mimotherskeeper/videos/1085297109270130.
Like many families, our Mary Marshall Ministry family comes together for Celebration of Life services, the occasional wedding, holidays, and other events. Although we may not see each other as often as we like, God is with us when we do. Today, we gathered to honor and celebrate three residents who are now with the Lord. It was a beautiful service, and I was happy to serve with my fellow VOA ministers and sisters in Christ, Divina Alston and Jules Christian.
2/13/24
14th Annual Mary Marshall Day
Join us Thursday, August 28, 2025, for a day filled with smiles and community spirit!
Fun, food, and festivities await at the Mary Marshall Fun Fair – don't miss out!
We will also have a Toiletry Drive at the door. We ask that each guest bring a new/unopened toiletry item(s) to donate and place in our donation box. These hygiene products are for our residents. Some ideas of what to bring:
* Shampoo and conditioner
* Mouthwash
* Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
* DOVE or Irish Spring soap
* Women and Men Deodorant
* Shaving Cream
* Disposable Razors
* Sunscreen Lotion
* Denture Cleanser
* Body Wash
* Combs and Brushes
For more information, contact Divina Alston at 571.527.5000.
Upcoming Event
