Let's close this issue with a prayer of thanksgiving:

Gracious God,
How well we know how much You bless us
With Your presence in us and all around us.
No matter what is happening in our lives,
Things joyful or difficult,
You are with us.

When loving friends and family visit,
You dwell at our gatherings.
When troubles or worries come,
You enter our hearts, bodies, and minds, 
Bringing healing and balm
At our slightest invitation.

You wait patiently for us to remember
To notice that You are there.
You wait with so many gifts for us in Your arms;
And in Your arms, we can rest and take comfort
Whenever we wish.

Help us to remember
That You wait to bless us and heal us
At every moment.

Help us to remember
To thank You with each breath.
Let our very lives
Become an expression of praise and thanksgiving!
   

Michael D. Purvis, BME, is a graduate of Jordan College of Fine Arts, Butler University.  A poet, author, artist, composer, orchestrator, vocalist, instrumentalist, and recording artist, Mr. Purvis offers his inspiring original poems, journals, spiritual writings, lectures, songs, and musical compositions on CD, audio and video-cassette.  As well, Michael has authored accompanying books for his recordings, which feature printed text and often contain drawings and works of art. 

A native of Indianapolis, Mr. Purvis has tried his hand at teaching, and directing choirs, but finds he seems to have found his niche in being a versatile artist, and working with the elderly.  Michael has performed over 5000 musical programs in the central Indiana area for elders in various settings.  Mr. Purvis brings his versatility in the arts to his live programs and recordings, which feature poetry and readings, piano, guitar, banjo, recorder, and ukele playing- as well as wonderful singing of well-loved songs.

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