Maria Sue Chapman, R.I.P. (2003-2008)

Contemporary Christian singer/songwriter Steven Curtis Chapman's five-year-old adopted daughter, Maria Sue, died Wednesday when her teen-age brother accidentally ran over her as he backed the family's car out of their driveway. Chapman's music and life have been inspired by, and centered on, faith and family. His oldest daughter, Emily, encouraged Chapman and his wife to adopt after having three of their own natural-born children; the couple adopted three ... Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Roland F. Hirsch - May 25, 2008 - 8:32 PM PDT
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by Dwight Rousu - Oct. 1, 2008

A very personal calamity story.

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by Roland F. Hirsch - Oct. 1, 2008

This article is prepared with exceptionally high thoughtfulness on the part of the author. Not all significant journalism is about politics and it is good to be able to give recognition to an outstanding piece on a topic just as important.

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