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Maria Long
Christian / Pop / Rock

When God sees you He sees something AMAZING!



Hot Springs, Arkansas
United States

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Last Login:  11/29/2009
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Member Since2/22/2006
Band Websitewww.marialong.com
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Me & my little sis Rachel & her wacko GPS!
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Influences

JENNIFER KNAPP!! :), Sarah Mclachlin, Erin Mccarley, Missy Higgins, Allison Krauss, Jewel, Alanis Morrissette, Sheryl Crow, PARAMORE, John Mayer, Kelly Clarkson, Sara Bareilles, Martina McBride, Nichole Nordeman, Avalon (Jana Long), Colbie Caillat, Avril Lavigne, NEVERTHELESSS :), RED, Heart, Vicky Beeching, Relient K, GARAGE VOICE :), Coldplay, Switchfoot, Starfield, Barlowgirl, Superchick, Casting Crowns, Depeche Mode, Chris Tomlin, Third Day, Michael W. Smith, Bon Jovi, Indie Arie, Shania Twain, Amy Lee of Evanescence, Ginny Owens, Michelle Branch, Imogen Heap, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Chicago, Erasure

Sounds Like Sarah Maclaughlin, Jennifer Knapp, Amy Lee, Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson, ummm me...
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Dec 7 2009 10:00A
Week of Prayer @ HSAS (speaking/music) Hot Springs, AR
Dec 8 2009 10:00A
Week of Prayer @ HSAS Hot Springs, AR
Dec 9 2009 10:00A
Week of Prayer @ HSAS Hot Springs, AR
Dec 10 2009 10:00A
Week of Prayer @ HSAS Hot Springs, AR
Dec 11 2009 10:00A
Week of Prayer @ HSAS Hot Springs, AR
Jan 6 2010 7:00P
"Revival" (Closed Event) Newport, AR
Jan 7 2010 7:00P
Revival (Closed Event) Newport, AR
Jan 8 2010 7:00P
"Revival" (Closed Event) Wrightsville, AR
Jan 9 2010 11:00A
Little Rock SDA Church "Revival" Little Rock, AR
Jan 9 2010 7:00P
"Revival" (Closed Event) Wrightsville, AR
Jan 16 2010 11:00A
Bonnerdale Youthfest Bonnerdale, AR
Mar 20 2010 3:30P
Beach Blaze 2010 Panama City Beach, FL
Mar 26 2010 7:00P
Bonnerdale Youthfest Bonnerdale, AR
Mar 27 2010 7:00P
Bonnerdale Youthfest Bonnerdale, AR
Aug 7 2010 6:15P
Spirit Song Midwest Festival Des Moines, IA
Nov 12 2010 7:00P
Young Adult Retreat Massachussetts :)
Nov 13 2010 11:00A
Young Adult Retreat :) Massachussetts

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   About Maria Long

THE REASON I DO THIS!
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In a society where talking about God is quickly becoming a thing of the past, Maria Long brings a different approach. She is up front about what she believes and will share with anyone who asks. Her lyrics are personal and vulnerable about her experiences and struggles with God. They are clear because Maria never wants people to be mistaken about where she stands. “Christ is everything to me!” she states. She views her music ministry as more than just an opportunity to perform the songs that God has given her. She believes that God has given her these musical talents to speak out on issues that are affecting teens today like: suicide, sex, drugs, and lack of purpose. Through powerful testimonies and sharing the stories behind her songs, Maria gives her audience a meaningful experience that they can all relate with, and challenges them to STANDOUT for God.

Music has always been a huge influence in Maria’s life. During her childhood years her parents were in a traveling singing group and toured all over the US. At age 2 Maria wrote her first song. She has performed on countless stages for many church events and programs. Her passion for making music that speaks to the heart came early in her life when she accepted Christ as her personal Savior at age 12. In high school Maria traveled around Texas as a singing recruiter. Then when she attended SWAU in Texas she traveled to youth conferences, retreats, high schools, camps, campmeetings, and churches all over the U.S. sharing God and music with many teens her age. In her Junior year in college, she decided to become a student missionary on a tiny island called Yap. She taught 6th and 7th grades that year and found a new passion for her life in addition to music. It was there that she made the decision to become a teacher.

After getting her degree in Elementary Education, Maria became a teacher and found her career very fulfilling. During her time as a teacher, in addition to teaching a full load, she also taught guitar and choir for grades K-10, and still found time to write and perform Christian music throughout Arkansas and Texas. After three years in Arkansas, God led her into a public high school ministry position for Andrews University in Michigan. Maria spent her time traveling and performing throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. She also established “The Basement”, a weekly public high school ministry in Berrien Springs and then began to train and mentor teens in starting their own ministries. After being told by teens over and over that she needed to make a CD and that her music meant so much to them, she realized that God was telling her to move forward with her music ministry.

Maria recorded her debut album Here With Me in the summer of 2006 and released it October 14, 2006 at the Attic Christian Rock Club in Hot Springs, Arkansas. For this album, she found her songwriting inspiration in various places. Some of her songs originated with time that she spent with God in His Word. Others were written through personal struggles she was dealing with. “In Love” was a song that came when Maria was just overwhelmed by God and His Amazing presence. “Here With Me” and “Inside” were written because of experiences that she has had ministering to teens from “The Basement” who were struggling.

It is this kind of personal touch that is the trademark of Maria’s music and ministry. Through Myspace.com, she ministers to hundreds of teens and answers questions of those who are having difficult times or are simply seeking someone who cares to give spiritual advice. Maria Long has a bright future ahead of her. She says often, “God is blessing me faster than I can give Him credit.” God is opening many doors for Maria’s music, her life, and ministry and as long as He continues to open them she will step through…





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Maria Long 's Friends Comments
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Barbara

Barbara Bobbie



Nov 29 2009 6:42 PM

Thank you for the friendship
heloisa

Heloisa Rodrigues dos Santos



Nov 28 2009 12:43 AM

honney, you're the cutest creature that exists, unique, gentle and intelligent! continues to demonstrate the brightness of God in your life! KUNBAYA!
Tom ♥ LORD Jesus

Tom Johnson



Nov 23 2009 11:13 PM

Heya Maria, howz yoo? I'm fine. btw, have ya ever considered poppin some of your tunes onto playlist.com ? jus curious.

God speed!

Abrazo,

Tom
Ernest

Ernest Danel



Nov 23 2009 12:04 AM

"Not what we say about our blessings, but how we use them,
is the true measure of our thanksgiving."
A wish to my friend is to have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving with the ones you love.
SPY NATION OFFICIAL MYSPACE

SPY NATION OFFICIAL MYSPACE



Nov 20 2009 7:11 PM

Hey wass up just showing sum love check out our new videos
please please download our single on itunes if you haven't already please show your support here

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Blue Chair Studio



Nov 19 2009 6:03 PM

Blue Chair Studio is now offering
RECORDING LESSONS!
Read Blog for more details.
Jerry

Gerardo Orozco



Nov 19 2009 1:01 AM




* LESON #1...............PART-2.*

Stop by to say hello....check these out...im bringing you the second part of a Bible study i did...hope you have a minute of your bussy day to check it out...i know for a fact that if you study this two questions really close...it will bring peace...and Blessings to your life...just like it has done to my life......so hope you take a minute to check it out...have a great night...God Bless you.

* GOD AND HUMANS *

5. How does God consider us?
1-Look at how great a love the Father has given
us, that we should be called God's children.
And we are! The reason the world does not
know us in that it didn't know Him.
2- Dear friends, we are God's children now,
and what we will be has not yet been reveled.
We know that when He appears, we will be like Him,
because we will see Him as He is.
(1 JOHN 3:1-2)

6. Does God care for our problems?
1-I waited patiently for the LORD, and He turned to me
and heard my cry for help. 2-He brought me up from a desolate pit,
Out of the muddy clay,and set my feet on a rock, making my steps
Secure. 3-He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD.
(PSALM 40:-13)

Zondo

Zondo



Nov 17 2009 11:46 PM

i know its gonna be great i cant wait. lol and i havent really done much but thnx im super proud of u too. so ill be home dec 18th u better be there! hows the music goin? im on chow break for a little while longer and im just trying to stay awake lol i hate night school and i had a dental appointment this morning and the dentist kept jabbing my gums with her sharp hook tool. and theyre gonna pull all of my wisdom teeth on dec 4th cuz they didnt pull mine in boot like everyone else cuz they hadnt come out yet. and theyre still not out but i guess its better now than never? lol idk. its gonna hurt. i hope they drug me up really good so it doesnt hurt that much. well anyways im gonna study up a little bit i got a test when i get back bye love u! tell ryan luv him and miss him too hope yall are doing great.
Karen

Karen



Nov 17 2009 10:01 PM

Just stopped by to say hi! We pray for you and Ryan daily. Love ya'll Keith and Karen
Jerry

Gerardo Orozco



Nov 17 2009 7:21 PM

Hi... Maria stop by to bring you a shining light...so if you want it....carry it in your heart... hope it lights up your week...and if it does use it for rest of your life... for it will give you... salvation...and make you wise...

Who is God.

1. How many Gods is their?
one God and Father of all, who is above all and
Through all and in all. (Ephesians 4:6)

2. What is the nature of God?
“God is spirit, and those who worship Him must
worship in spirit and truth.” (JHON 4:24)

3. Who are the three persons in the Trinity?
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love
of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be
with all of you. (2 CORINTHIANS 13:14)
“in some versions verse 13”

4. What is Gods character?
The one that does not love does not know God,
because God is love. (1 John 4:8)
Dark Horse Promotions

Dark Horse Promotions



Nov 17 2009 1:35 AM

Hi Maria!

Sorry that it's been so long since I've dropped in on you. I really have missed you. Hope all is well. Keep hanging in there!
Take care!
~Steve
124 & 6161's Big Daddio

Flx Ywn



Nov 16 2009 10:03 PM

Hello Teach!! :)
Stay blessed!
Loretta

Loretta Cumming



Nov 16 2009 11:47 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.doulike.us/photos/5561867.html?b=4&w=46
Moody♣

Moody♣



Nov 15 2009 8:50 AM

Hello Maria,
Been awhile. So happy for you. Told you back long ago that your music would take off if you wanted it to. Best wishes. Take care, Rhonda
Jenifer

Jenifer



Nov 14 2009 5:03 PM

LOL Yeah, he is awesome! Aww...thank you so much! Yes, I am slowly but surely getting there! It seems like every time I turn around something comes up that delays it even more!! LOL But you will be one of the first for sure! We love your music too girly, you are so beautifully gifted!
How is everything going?!?! We praise God for your miracle! Our God is so incredible!
Be Blessed
and
Keep in touch! :)
love live laugh♥

April Galaviz



Nov 14 2009 5:06 AM

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Christopher W Herbert (SongWriter/Lyricist)

Christopher W Herbert (SongWriter/Lyricist)
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Nov 13 2009 9:44 PM

Wishing you all the best
Christopher W Herbert

7671
Shadows of Tender Loving Care
26 August 2009

Of all the people who walk this land,
You are one I know, and gladly beside stand
Such a wonderful person, a true soul

Where did you come from my angel,
Was it, from a star in the sky
Because right from the start
I wanted your heart

Light my candle, burn my wick
If you don’t know the fire you burn
When together, we can light up the night sky

We can make darkness, an art
A volcanic episode of love
Allow me to take you into my arms
Rest your heart, next to my chest

You know I want to be with you
You know I want to embrace you in my eyes
Those things made for TLC
Tender Loving Care

On a journey, I’ll walk with you
Beautiful woman. Beautiful heart
We all need some love
Of that, you have my own

Those things made for TLC
Tender Loving Care
One arm behind your shoulder
One hand upon your hair

No matter what, no matter when
Together, I’ll take you there
The truth can only be true
The flame a flicker of light

To light up the sky
To light up the night
Those things made for TLC
Tender Loving Care

One arm behind your shoulder
One hand upon your hair
Together, I’ll take you there
Together, this life, we will share


© 1995-2009 Christopher W Herbert
(a New Zealand Poet)
All Rights Reserved

a poet who cares
LikoLili

LikoLili



Nov 13 2009 3:32 PM

They don't follow the fashion
Latest trend, no reaction
State of the world's affairs
Seem indifferent, but really care
Self-reliance what its all about
Don't need it, you do without
In the balance of the universe
Doesn't matter could be worse
....."Exceptionally Cool".....

ALOHA ...~ Robert & Libby
arlis moon (New Xmas song UP!)

arlis moon (New Xmas song UP!)
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Nov 12 2009 3:24 AM

Yep. It is the same song. I had a lot of fun writting this one, and yes this one was all done in my studio
♥ Tina ♥

Tina A.



Nov 11 2009 5:33 PM

have a very good week
♥ Tina ♥

Tina A.



Nov 5 2009 7:54 PM

have a good week
denise

denise ortiz



Nov 4 2009 1:33 AM

Jenny is back!!!
(Jennifer Knapp that is!)
im not sure if you remember that conversation we had a long-while back about her and how i was wondering what ever happened to her....she's back! and im passing out hugs to everyone!!!
.....the kraziest thing....i was gonna show someone her style of music and after the youtube videos i decided to go to her website thinking, oh what the heck,.....then to my most awsomest surprise.....she's back! PRAISE GOD! *HUGZ*
Laurie

Laurie Sheets



Nov 3 2009 6:18 PM

Glad to hear your shoot went good. Just let me know! Hope you have some great holidays!
Zondo

Zondo



Nov 3 2009 6:40 AM

oops i thought u had to approve comments before they went up on ur page. and i cant wait to hear them i bet theyre awesome like all ur other songs. hope u keep doin a great job with the music auntie, muah love u hopefully cya in christmas
Zondo

Zondo



Nov 2 2009 8:10 PM

ive been great though howve u been? and im so excited for christmas i wont be stuck in a room with 80 random guys and have to shower with them ughhh bad memories lol
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