About Me

Getting to Know Maria

Hi there!  My name is Maria Whitrock and I’m the creator of Grace Upon Grace. In addition to being a dedicated writer and communicator,  I am also a….

  • Wife and Mother: Married to Steve for 39 years, mother to two adult children, Ben & Alyssa, and mother-in-love to Ryan.
  • Grandma-Want-To-Be.
  • Follower of Jesus for 48 years, residing in Bend, Oregon.
  • Seeker of Truth: On a quest for truth and understanding.
  • Nature Enthusiast
  • Introvert (which may surprise some).
  • Imperfect Woman: desperately in need of God’s transformational power.

How Other People Describe Me

  • A Gentle Spirit: Known for being gentle and having a calming nature.
  • A Effective Teacher: specifically relating to God’s Word.
  • Discerning: Possessing the ability to perceive and understand complex situations.
  • Stubborn: Displaying resilient determination in the pursuit of beliefs.
  • Competitive: Exhibiting a competitive spirit while embracing challenges.
  • A Good Listener: An attentive and empathetic listener.

All About Me

I have a heart for the vulnerable and a social work background.  I jokingly describe myself as a professional volunteer in my church and community roles. Currently, I serve on the Citizen Review Board, Oregon’s Foster Care Review Program. In the past, I have volunteered as a crime victim advocate and have worked with numerous NGOs in the Portland area in the fight against child sex trafficking.

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