I read today that the family of Steven Curtis Chapman lost a daughter to a tragic accident yesterday. The Chapman family’s youngest daughter 5 year old Maria was hit by a car driven by her brother. It happened at their home in Nashville. Worse still, it was witnessed by other family members. What a horrible thing to see. Maria’s brother needs alot of prayer. It is a heavy burden to be in the position of being the driver who didn’t see the child. May God bless this whole family during this time.
Their daughter Maria was adopted from China. The Chapman’s have three children born to them and three others who they adopted. I remember reading in an adoption magazine a few months ago, how the family felt called to adopt a child from China. The family’s oldest daugther encouraged her parents to do so. The Chapman’s committed to missionary work in China a couple of years ago. I am sure with the recent tragedy that China has been going through has affected them greatly.
Steven Curtis Chapman is a gifted Christian singer. He has been a huge force in ministering through music. The family also has created a ministry foundation for those wishing to adopt called Shaohannah’s Hope; it helps the families to be able to afford to adopt. I am sure the whole family’s heart is heavy. For a child makes a huge impact on a family whether they are adopted or birthed into the family. A child’s death leaves a huge empty spot. Please pray for healing during their time of grief. You can learn a bit more here: http://www.stevencurtischapman.com/
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