Jonathan Urie Canadian, Jonathan Urie, is a Christian, music composer, song writer, pianist and radio program narrator / /broadcaster. Many of the past several years have been devoted to the development of the celebrated Helen Steiner Rice music project of 20 songs and 5 albums. www.musicandinspiration.com A Journey of the Spirit that began 25 years ago has taught Jonathan much about patience, perseverance, the power of prayer, trust, faith, courage and the guiding hand of the Lord. Along the way many new songs have emerged that reflect the valleys and mountain tops of the Journey of the Spirit. Many of these moments are part of this CD. HELEN STEINER RICE MUSICAL MOMENTS The project was recorded "live" in Nashville under the guiding hand of renowned Christian producer, orchestra leader and music director Mr. Bill Walker. With 27 of Nashville's finest musicians, beautiful orchestrations by Bill Walker and powerful performances by Guy Penrod, Gary McSpadden, Gail Farrell, Jeanine Walker & Sheila Craig. SHEILA CRAIG Canadian actress, singer, radio personality and businesswoman, Sheila Craig performs the brief narrations that connect the songs throughout the HELEN STEINER RICE MUSICAL MOMENTS . Her heartfelt renderings of some of Helen Steiner Rice's most moving thoughts..... introduce each poem/song. Now, Sheila has joined Jonathan Urie in a group of MMI radio programs featuring the EXPRESSIONS series of books from Barbour Publishing Inc. & the Helen Steiner Rice Foundation. The richness of Sheila's mature voice adds a special sense of meaning to the beautiful Helen Steiner Rice poetry presented in Expressions of Comfort & Joy and Expressions of Hope & Love CD collections of Moments of Music and Inspiration MMI radio programs. Sheila is a remarkable Canadian senior whose life is filled with invigorating daily activities and meaningful moments. An avid traveler, she has great stories about her trips to the High Arctic, the South Seas and some 60 other countries. In the summer she enjoys escaping to her relaxing Georgian Bay island retreat. Thank You Notes To Almighty God, for His faithfulness and loving kindness. To Him be the Glory. To Barbour Publishing Inc. for their kindness and trust in allowing me to share The EXPRESSIONS series. To Virginia and Eugene Ruehlman and the Helen Steiner Rice Foundation for their continuing trust. To John Clarke of Sound Evidence Studio for his friendship and recording skills. To photographer Janine Russell for permitting me to use hers peaceful photos “Faded Rose ” and “Sunset Rays” on the covers of the EXPRESSIONS series cd collections. To my family and friends….especially Anna, Michelle, George, Elizabeth, Jim & Shawn who have supported and encouraged me throughout the Journey of the Spirit. All Jonathan Urie musical creations may be seen, heard and purchased on www.sharingthejoy.ca www.mmiradio.ca Worldwide MMI Broadcast on www.oneplace.com Worldwide MMI Podcast on www.godsipod.com Dedication The One for the Road MMI “Expressions “series of collection is dedicated to Michelle and George Forsythe. Their generous gift of support made the Helen Steiner Rice Musical Moments become a reality in 1998. I ask that you join me today in offering up healing prayers as Michelle and George endure some challenging moments. Blessings, Jonathan Uriie HELEN STEINER RICE The treasured writings of Helen Steiner Rice have brought hope, comfort and inspiration to countless millions throughout the world. www.helensteinerrice.com www.barbourbooks.com JANINE RUSSELL.. I thank my God who loved me & saved me by His grace - to Him be glory forever; my husband, Dennis, and my family for their ongoing support; Bible Study Fellowship, which God has used to ground me and grow me in the knowledge of Him and His Word; my pastor, Ray Feather, who prays for me and challenges me to step out in new areas as I serve my God; and Jonathan Urie for his continuing encouragement and the opportunity to use my photos for God's glory. Janine A winner of many prestigious photography awards, Janine’s collections can be seen on her wonderful website at www.photosbyjanine.com . It is an honour to have her beautiful phots “FADED ROSE” and “SUNSET RAYS” on the covers of this HSR Expressions series. The MMI programs are recorded in Don Mills, Ontario at Canada Christian College “Sound Evidence Studios” with engineer John Clarke. Our association has been remarkably good and has resulted in some excellent inspiring programs with great Christian writers. The Moments of Music and Inspiration 5 minute radio programs featuring an inspiring message from God’s Word plus a beautiful song from the Helen Steiner Rice collection and the music of Jonathan Urie are now being broadcast WORLDWIDE on www.oneplace.com STEELTOWN SYMPHONY www.steeltownsymphony.com conductor Richard Haighway along with their Vocal Music Director Patricia Scrafield & their beautiful rendering Cradled in the Arms of God from Jonathan Urie