Daddy's Little Girl (Maria Chapman Video)
- By Ryan Dahl
- Published May 22, 2008
Ryan Dahl
Ryan is the founder of PraiseCharts, which began in 1998 when he served as a worship pastor in British Columbia, Canada. Since that time, PraiseCharts has experienced tremendous growth and depth, as Ryan leads a team of artists, writers, arrangers, producers who share his heart and desire to serve churches all around the world. Ryan is an active member of Victory Christian Centre in Surrey, BC.
I woke up this morning to the news that no daddy ever wants to hear. This morning, Maria is not just Steven's daughter, she is every man's daughter. Maria is every woman's child. Do you feel their pain in your heart this morning? That is the privilege we have to share the sorrow with the Chapmans. I woke up, tears started to roll down my face, and I immediately went to my daughter Lydia's bedroom to tell her the news. Steven's little Cinderella went to be with Jesus last night. Steven, our hearts go out to you and your family. May the peace of God that passes understanding settle deeply into your home and your hearts. Maria, you are a jewel of joy, and your legacy will far outlast the five precious years you had in this world. To our PraiseCharts family, if you would like to leave some thoughts, reflections, stories, responses or prayers, please feel free to write them here. Enjoy this little video of Maria that we picked up from Steven's blog. If you would like to support the Chapman's with a financial gift, they are asking for donations to be directed toward Shoahannah's Hope.Spread The Word
93 Responses to "Daddy's Little Girl (Maria Chapman Video)" 
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said this on 22 May 2008 2:02:21 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family...I can understand your pain as I lost a son in Iraq in December 2007. I never thought I would make it but by the MIGHT GRACE OF MY GOD I am making it. Taking one day at a time, living my life to the fullest and making sure I tell the world about my Jesus Christ and His GREAT LOVE FOR ME AND YOU. I would love to just put my arms around your family right now and just hold you but instead i send my hug via email and know that I am thinking of you, praying for Strength, Courage and Wisdom for your journey.
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said this on 22 May 2008 2:12:46 PM CDT
Steven: our hearts and prayers stand with you and your family. May you family experience the comfort and love of Christ as he carries you. We love you all. We love you Maria.
- Branon Dempsey, PraiseCharts Live. |
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said this on 22 May 2008 4:11:48 PM CDT
Steven...you may never read this, but I just want to express the love we have for your family and everything you have stood for. Your tragedy has touched my family, as I have three girls myself (my youngest just turned 6). When I heard the report, the heart of God leaped inside of me, and I simply wanted to pick up the phone and tell you-- though it's a small consolation--that your family...the family of God...our heart aches for you and your family. One thing is for sure Steven, and I've recited this many times myself through the years..."His strength is perfect when our strength is gone...". He will carry you and your family. We carry you to the Lord in prayer today, and for the days, weeks, and months to come. Maria---go with God. We love your family. Your sharing with us through the years, has allowed us to share with you in this moment of time.---Eric Stafford---Pembroke Pines, FL (Cooper City Church of God)
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said this on 22 May 2008 4:21:01 PM CDT
Dear servants of the Lord Almighty. My heart is with you at this time of sorrow. There is no words that I believe can describe the pain you feel, but I pray to God for his embrace at this time and for his abbundant love.
I leave you and your Family with the lyrics of this beautiful Song, base on Isaiah 65:24 Before you call, I will answer you While you still speak, I will hear My ears are turned to the cry of my chosen ones In my love you can rest in me For you are my very own So hold on to the hope you have That I would draw you to myself For I will never leave you alone I will not forget you, I gather my lambs in my arms So I will comfort you and carry you close to my heart. Please remember: “…be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 Pastor Marco Soto Global Kingdom Ministries 1250 Markham Rd. Scarborough, Ont. Canada |
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said this on 22 May 2008 4:37:48 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family..May God see you through this time. I can not imagine the pain you and your wife feel right now. I just know that leaning on the Lord will help. Please know all of your brothers and sister thoughout the world will be holding you up in prayer
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said this on 22 May 2008 4:55:42 PM CDT
Steven and Mary Beth and family - we can't begin to know the pain you are feeling today. I don't pretend to understand. But we are praying for you. As soon as I heard the news last night I began to pray. We are crying for you. As parents we can only imagine your pain. Although we do not know one another, we are family and we grieve with you today. I don't know if that comforts your heart or not, but the Body of Christ is with you in spirit. I add my prayers for you to experience God as your great Comforter. There are simply no words left to say.
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said this on 22 May 2008 5:04:06 PM CDT
"I the LORD your God, hold your right hand. Isaiah 41:13 ESV" You are not walking thru sorrow alone, your Savior is walking with you. May you be comforted beyond measure and may the peace that passes all understanding envelope your family.
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said this on 22 May 2008 5:40:15 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family: I am so sorry about your loss. May the peace of God guard you and may his presence be very real in your lives at this time. Our prayers are with you!
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:10:08 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family....My heart aches for your temporary loss, for we know that Maria has now met Jesus!!! Hallelujah! May your son and each one of you let Jesus hold you as you weep. Wrap your arms around each other and hold each other close until each of you, too, join Maria at His throne. Your testimony will change lives and bring about the salvation of many through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:15:48 PM CDT
At times like these words are inadequate to describe our heartfelt compassion and concern. Please know will continue to fervently hold your family before the Lord. God is our strength and our song and He is our deliverer.
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:18:29 PM CDT
As you have touched so many of our lives, may the peace and comfort of the Holy Spirit now touch yours in the way only He can. We cry with you and hold you up in prayer. The Brown family, New Braunfels, TX
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:30:18 PM CDT
In times such as these, God's Word and heart, are the best we can offer.....
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. If we are distressed, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort, which produces in you patient endurance of the same sufferings we suffer. And our hope for you is firm, because we know that just as you share in our sufferings, so also you share in our comfort." 2 Corinthians 1 |
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:40:34 PM CDT
Chapman Family, You are blessed beyond measure! You had Maria in your lives! Our prayers go out to you all. May God be your rock now and always!
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:44:45 PM CDT
We are saddened to hear about your loss but know that Maria is with Jesus and in that there is comfort. We are thinking about you and pray that the Joy of the Lord is your Strength and His peace rest upon you and your family.
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said this on 22 May 2008 6:52:19 PM CDT
My heart is broken into for your pain. Please know that all of us around the world are sending our love and support. California sends this in Jesus' name. Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted, Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God. Matt 5: 4,8 Love, The Delisle Family - Sharon and Dennis and children and grandchildren
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said this on 22 May 2008 7:15:42 PM CDT
Steven and Chapman family.
My heart stood still when I heard the sad news last night and I've been praying for all of you ever since. I am so sorry. I know how my heart still hurts without my grandson Josiah in my life, and you have some tough days ahead. Know that there are a lot of people mourning with you and praying for healing for your family. What a reunion you will have with little Maria in heaven someday. Your music blesses me and so many other people. May God bless you all and hold you close in His loving arms. Sincerely, Val & Bob, Seattle, WA |
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said this on 22 May 2008 7:28:37 PM CDT
Steven & family,
God's love is felt most strongly when we grieve, and we are all grieving with you at this very moment. God will never forsake us and His love will sustain you as you weep at the feet of Jesus. Cry when you need to...God's arms will hold you and give you peace. |
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said this on 22 May 2008 8:59:59 PM CDT
Chapman Family, At times like these, we are so grateful that we have a Savior who is touched by and knows our pain. We are praying for you...
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:16:00 PM CDT
Dear Steven and Family,
I know you are suffering with this tragic loss, and our hearts go out to you and your family. As Christians and as church musicians we have soared on the wings of your talent and your music for so many years. You have lifted us up, and now we lift you up on our collective prayers. I know there is a huge community of believers tonight that are on their knees, crying out to the Lord to be with you and make His presence felt to you in the days ahead. Know that you are in our hearts. |
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:19:11 PM CDT
I am so sorry to hear what has happened to your family. May the Ever Present Help in a Time of Trouble reveal Himself in a tangible, comforting way. No words can communicate what is needed. Only The Word may speak into your spirit what is healing. Pastors Tony and LaShea Colson (Knoxville, TN)
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:23:31 PM CDT
Dear Family, I pray to God for comfort to your life right now. In this very very difficult time, we, the God's familiy be with you. You are not alone, our dear God and we, your brothers, are with you.
His peace rest upon you and your family. We loves you and pray for you. With Love, Gabriel Arce from Argentina. |
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:27:21 PM CDT
Steven & Family: I was stunned by your tragedy. In our own human wisdom, you could look at Maria's life and think of her struggle and arrival to your family has been wasted, but I know that you have seen this different through God's eyes. My heart weeps, I wish I could make it better. The love of God you brought to this child through you is incredible, it's never for nothing. Thank you for the blessings you have shown to the least of these. - Brian & Diana
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:30:36 PM CDT
Dear Steven and family,
As a parent I can only imagine the pain that would be tearing at your heart. I am so sad and grieve with you for your loss of such a beautiful little girl. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. May God send the Comforter to surround you at this sad time. In His Love Jody |
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said this on 22 May 2008 9:34:02 PM CDT
Steven my prayers and heart goes out to you and your family. As soon as I heard about Maria the tears began to poor out for you. But in times like these I am reminded of a Don Moen song "God Will Make a Way" when there seem to be no way. He works in ways we can not see, He will make a way for me, He will be my guide hold me closely to His side. With love and strength for each new day, He will make a way. He will make a way." I know your son is most likely go to have the hardest time through all this, but remind him that the Lord had a reason for this to happen. As the bible says " The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away." There is a reason for this to happen it was her time. God bless
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said this on 22 May 2008 10:32:17 PM CDT
To the Curtise Family,
How my heart breaks for your loss. No words can describe the pain you all must be feeling. Heaven now has a new Angel! She is now walking the streets of gold paved for her! I hope the day will come soon when you and your family can say "It is well with my soul". You are all in my prayers and thoughts. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted! MAy God's peace, grace and Mercy rest upon you all during this season of life. |
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said this on 22 May 2008 10:44:19 PM CDT
Dear Steven, Marybeth and family, There is so little any one of us can say to ease your grief. We are so sorry. But, we are praying for ALL of you as you walk through this valley. You are not alone. We are lifting you up in prayer and He is with you. We love you all.
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said this on 22 May 2008 11:32:29 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family,
I just heard the news about your precious daughter Maria and my heart breaks for you. May our Heavenly Father wrap you in his loving arms and grant you strength and peace. God bless you. In Christ Service, Diana Dupire |
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said this on 22 May 2008 11:35:48 PM CDT
The Body of Christ on this earth is crying with you. We truly are all part of one family. Our love and prayers and thoughts are with you. May our love and the peace of Christ be a comfort to you and your family today and for the days to come.
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said this on 23 May 2008 12:07:30 AM CDT
DEAR STEVEN AND FAMILY, WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE THE PAIN I FELT WHEN I READ ABOUT YOUR TRAGIC LOSS. YOU HAD A PRECIOUS JEWEL. I WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW MUCH YOU HAVE ENCOURAGED ME WITH YOUR UPLIFTING MUSIC FROM THE WORD OF GOD. I AM REMINDED OF YOUR BEAUTIFUL WORDS FROM THE SONG "BE STILL AND KNOW HE IS GOD" MAY GOD BLESS AND GRANT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PEACE AND COMFORT IN YOUR GREATEST HOUR OF NEED.
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said this on 23 May 2008 1:28:44 AM CDT
Dear Steven & Family, Sorry about the loss of your daughter, may the Lord of All Comfort, Himself comfort you.
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said this on 23 May 2008 1:59:57 AM CDT
Dear Steven and family. Our hearts are with you all at this time here in New Zealand. Even though we know that precious little Cinderella is with our Heavenly Father in His very presence, the pain of the loss of one of our children is very real and very overwhelming. We are praying for you all. For the Lord's strength, His everlasting arms wrapped around you all. May you tangibly feel the very presence of the Holy Spirit as He ministers to your hearts and souls right now. The hope you have and we all have is that one day you will all be re-united with those the Lord has taken to be with Him now. We love you all and send you our love along with the love of The Father whose love can emcompass and minister to your deepest grief. Love Debbie and Clint Hawkes NZ
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said this on 23 May 2008 2:28:13 AM CDT
My heart breaks with yours. I'll pray.
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said this on 23 May 2008 2:54:57 AM CDT
Steven, you wouldn't remember me. I'm a friend of a former band member. Every time I've met you, the thing I always take away is how real you are. And now, my friend you suffer a pain that is more real than you or I could probably ever imagine. But we too serve a very real God who is very familiar with how it feels to lose a child. I don't know that depth of sorrow. I pray I never do. But my prayer for you and your family is that this God be real to you. May He hold you and yours tightly in His arms. And as your tears fall on His chest and shoulders, may they also realize the mixture with the tears of our Heavenly Father as He grieves your hurt in one arm and welcomes a precious young child home with the other. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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said this on 23 May 2008 3:43:05 AM CDT
Dear Chapman Family, I hope you know that you are being lifted up in prayer by hundreds and thousands of people throughout the country. I cannot begin to tell you how my heart aches for each and every one of you. I pray that God grants each of you an extra measure of His indescribable love, grace and peace. May each day be better than the one before and may the memories of your precious little girl be a comfort to you all.
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said this on 23 May 2008 4:03:56 AM CDT
May the Grace of Our Lord be with all the Chapmans at this tragic time. I cannot image what you are going through but you of course know the love of our Lord will be with you now and through the coming days and weeks......... With love Lynne (UK)
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said this on 23 May 2008 5:00:36 AM CDT
Dear Brother Steven, Sister Mary Beth & Family,
So many times, the lyrics of Steven's songs have made a difference in my life. Heard when they were needed; subtle, poignant, direct and God-inspired to do just that. We pray that the same lyrics, when added to and deeply based in God's living Word will now be brought back to mind as seed to the sower to comfort you. May the solace of the surety of reunion add to your search for the peace that WILL come. Philippians 4:8 - Think about it! |
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said this on 23 May 2008 5:22:34 AM CDT
Dear Chapman Family, You have a double tragedy here in the loss of your daughter and in the circumstances in which it happened. There is no way any of us can understand the depth of your sorrow. Stand strong in knowing that Jesus is with you, that God will make you conquerers through His Son and that nothing can separate you from His Love. May the Holy Spirit wrap you tightly and bring you comfort in your grief. We are praying for you in Massachusetts.
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said this on 23 May 2008 6:32:55 AM CDT
I would like to extend my condolences to you and you family in your time of need. The Lord is watching over you even through the hardest time that any parent would have to deal with.
I won't quote scripture, or give a Psalm for you to read although that is well and good. I just want to say we are "family" members in Christ and we are here for our brother and sister; from my heart that I hope and pray that you get through this. God is there in the midst of this; there are more than two or three gathered to confess this, as you see on this response board. We are all praying for you. With love, Kasey Sanders, keyboardist - Living Word Christian Fellowship, Neptune NJ (Pastor Cedric Miller, Senior Pastor) |
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said this on 23 May 2008 6:42:38 AM CDT
To Steven and the whole Chapman family,
For years my heart has been lifted to the Lord through your music. Today my heart is heavy with you through your pain. I can not imagine the darkness that you must feel. I have no words that will bring light in this dark time of sorry, but Jesus is the light of the world. He brings you peace that passes understanding. While I'm not sure you'll ever actually read this reply, I do know that God hears our pleas and through each prayer may your pain lessen. |
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said this on 23 May 2008 6:46:41 AM CDT
God recently gave me a song for some of the girls in my life that have lost children in February and March of this year (08). We don't understand these things when they happen, but God doesn't ask us to understand, He just asks us to lift our eyes to Him, our maker. Maybe these words will encourage you too.
Here are the words: (C) 2008 Amanda Roberts The trials of life weigh me down. Disease, death, darkness all around and the suffering and sadness become more than i can bear, Till i turn and see you there I look to Jesus, There's love in His eyes He helps me carry on when I'm weak I look to Jesus, He's everything I need In Jesus I'll be complete Do you feel the pain of life, closing in on you? Do you need a loving touch? He's calling out to you, He wants to bring you through If you'll just look to him So look to Jesus there's love in His eyes He'll help you carry on when you're weak Look to Jesus He's everything you'll need, In Jesus you'll be complete And i don't understand, I can't see the light in all this darkness wrong seems right I can't find my way, I don't know how to feel. And I don't know how and I don't know why I can't see the reasons for these trials Jesus touch my life, it's through your love I'm healed. |
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said this on 23 May 2008 7:09:25 AM CDT
Not even sure what to express. Words seem to not have much meaning. But as a fan of your music for years and a dad my heart breaks for you and your family.
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said this on 23 May 2008 7:52:15 AM CDT
Dear Steven and all the Curtis Family,
I grieve with you in the loss of your beautiful little Maria. My heart breaks, though I cannot begin to imagine the pain you are all experiencing. At this very sad time for your own family, I pray the Body of Christ will pour out love and prayers to all of you as you have poured out so much to others in their pain. I will never forget, Steven, the impact your ministry made upon the families of the Columbine tragedies several years ago. May God's presence envelop you today and in the days ahead, and may you sense the comfort of His loving arms surrounding each of you as He heals your broken hearts. Little Maria is enjoying the presence of Jesus today. One day, you, too, will be there and reunited with your little "Cinderella." With love and prayers, Phyllis Callahan, Winooski, VT |
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said this on 23 May 2008 7:55:21 AM CDT
Dear Steven and all the Chapman Family, I grieve with you in the loss of your beautiful little Maria. My heart breaks, though I cannot begin to imagine the pain you are all experiencing. At this very sad time for your own family, I pray the Body of Christ will pour out love and prayers to all of you as you have poured out so much to others in their pain. I will never forget, Steven, the impact your ministry made upon the families of the Columbine tragedies several years ago. May God's presence envelop you today and in the days ahead, and may you sense the comfort of His loving arms surrounding each of you as He heals your broken hearts. Little Maria is enjoying the presence of Jesus today. One day, you, too, will be there and reunited with your little "Cinderella." With love and prayers, Phyllis Callahan, Winooski, VT
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said this on 23 May 2008 7:55:43 AM CDT
Dear Steven and Marybeth-we are sorry for your loss and all of our group(FWCC)famillies with chinese children of York, PA is praying for you and the family
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said this on 23 May 2008 7:56:46 AM CDT
Dear Steven and all the Chapman Family, I grieve with you in the loss of your beautiful little Maria. My heart breaks, though I cannot begin to imagine the pain you are all experiencing. At this very sad time for your own family, I pray the Body of Christ will pour out love and prayers to all of you as you have poured out so much to others in their pain. I will never forget, Steven, the impact your ministry made upon the families of the Columbine tragedies several years ago. May God's presence envelop you today and in the days ahead, and may you sense the comfort of His loving arms surrounding each of you as He heals your broken hearts. Little Maria is enjoying the presence of Jesus today. One day, you, too, will be there and reunited with your little "Cinderella." With love and prayers, Phyllis Callahan, Winooski, VT
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said this on 23 May 2008 8:10:37 AM CDT
Dear Chapmans All: Like so many others, our family was deeply touched by your loss. I am the father of four daughters, and I remember when my youngest was five. It is a great age. At this time I want you to know how so many of your songs have become our songs and have ministered to our hearts during the hard times. Why? Because they are scriptural truth. "God is Go and I am not, I can only see a part of the picture He's painting ...." May God's love and grace surround you and lift you up. May God's people weep with you and may you have hope for blessings tomorrow. Thank you for serving God.
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said this on 23 May 2008 8:18:37 AM CDT
Dear Steven.
My daughter and her fiance and my son were at your concert in Mokena Illinois two weeks ago. They so appreciated your ministry and the joy to see your sons in concert with you. Words cannot express how we all deeply hurt for you and your family. You have ministered to all of us in our family over the years with your annointed songs. Now it is time for us the family of God who deeply loves you to minister to you. My prayer is that the body of Christ wrap our arms around you and Mary Beth and your children in this time of grief and need. I so praise the Lord t hear and see that is happening. Only God knows the why. Sometimes the 'great adventure' is one that we cannot explain. Jesus holds Maria...your Cinderella. Someday you'll dance again with her. Pastor Mike and family. |
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said this on 23 May 2008 8:29:57 AM CDT
Dear Chapman family, As an adoptive family, our hearts are broken with you. Please accept our heartfelt love and prayers for you all. Maria's legacy is touching the world. May the Comforter envelope and encompass you round about with a peace that cannot be understood. We are praying for you.
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said this on 23 May 2008 8:34:03 AM CDT
When I read this news, my heart was broken for your family. Mr. Chapman, your music has been such a blessing for me and my friends, even though we are from French Quebec, and still we could be blessed as we are mostly bilingual. As a mother, my heart is aching for your wife also. As much as your song "I Will be Here" as touched me in a very special way, I pray that it touch you as if God would be speaking to you personnaly. Because I Know He is always there for each of us... When my daughter will come back from school today, I will try not to take her for granted anymore... May God keep you in is loving arms through this time of grief, and may He bless each of you in a very special way.
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said this on 23 May 2008 9:01:46 AM CDT
Chapman family, tears run down my face as I type this. You are one of the families that have inspired my husband and I to adopt a child. I could not and can not imagine what you are going through. Know that there are people who support and love you and that will remain steadfast for you through prayer. May God wrap His mantle of Love around you in your time of grief and keep you safe. We are praying for you. Crystal Martinez, Youth Minister Life Teen, Fl.
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said this on 23 May 2008 9:16:55 AM CDT
To The Dear Chapman Family
Surely we share in the loss & home going of your little princess. We were at our home Bible Study in Sydney Australia when we heard about it it. We watched the video clip of Steve & girls goofing off washing dishes. They're gorgeous & so effervescent! Several years ago when my 2 daughters were that age I too took a video of them at home doing exactly the same thing & I also played the guitar & was mucking around as Dad's usually do. I couldn't stop the tears looking at your clip & thinking of my girls who are now grown into fine young women. Surely you all will see your little Maria again & you'll be singing along with her forever in His presence. Steve I've really been blessed by your ministry & songs throughout these almost 25 years, almost every album & when you were here in Sydney at Hillsong. My family are all singers & musicians too involved in P&Worship ministry. Our kids grew up singing & traveling around constantly. Following your vision closely Praying much for you & all your families at this heartrending moment. Much love & God's peace surrounding you all Glenn, Gloria, Alisa, Evina & Jerome Stone |
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said this on 23 May 2008 9:25:39 AM CDT
Steven & MaryBeth and Family,
We will never understand, this side of heaven, why tragedies happen to children. God has used your family in an astounding way across the globe. We have 3 precious adopted daughters from Ethiopia, with a lot of help from Shaohannah's hope. May He carry you in his arms through this grief, as He carried your precious Maria home to eternity with Him. |
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said this on 23 May 2008 9:28:02 AM CDT
You are not alone. You are loved because of all you have given and people around the globe are lifting you up in prayer. I pray you will be carried by the love people are sharing and by the hand of God himself.
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said this on 23 May 2008 9:45:28 AM CDT
Chapmans - Over the years your ministry has moved people in Christ and I believe touched the heart of our Father. I know you all have ministered to my family and me many times. It has been (and continues to be) a ministry that far surpasses music and performance. Thank you (all of you) for sharing your hearts and lives with us. As we, your Christian family, hear about your tragic loss, please know that our prayers are with you - for strength, for peace, for only what God, the perfect Father, can bring to you. Also please know that we will lift up prayers for your son in a special way. While our words may be a bit empty, may the words of the Holy Spirit minister to you all with abounding grace. - With hope - Michael, Karrie, Avery, & Sadie
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said this on 23 May 2008 10:01:04 AM CDT
Dear Chapman Family,
As a mother of 5 beautiful children and 4 of them being girls, my heart breaks for you. I can't imagine what your son must be dealing with but we send our love and prayers that healing will come and that you may bu used by God through this tragedy. May He strengthen you and bring the peace beyond understanding to you today. We are blessed by your ministy and our prayers are with you. As Maria is with the father blessing Him with her smiles and Joy she brings, may we remember we are only strangers in a foreign land waiting to go home to love and glorify the father. May we rejoice in this thought and be comforted by the promise of life eternal with our Savior. Again we are truly sorry for you loss. The Williamson Family praising our Savior in Killeen Texas. Jack, Elizabeth, Joshua, Sarah, Hannah, Abigail and Ruth |
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said this on 23 May 2008 10:23:01 AM CDT
Dear Chapman family, i pray that you are knowing God's love and comfort like never before as we lift you up in prayer. Arriving on the other side of this is possible with Jesus! May His love and grace overflow to all of you throughout each step of the way. Love in Jesus, Cindy
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said this on 23 May 2008 10:37:28 AM CDT
Hi,
Just simply being sympethic and saying that the video was really good to see. Sorry to hear of the passing of Steven's adopted daughter passing away. It sure was quite the good way of showing to help you remember the good moments he had with Maria. Well wishing all the best and hope the family will definately heal through this time of loss. May God Bless you all, J. Goheen from Port Hope Canada... |
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said this on 23 May 2008 10:53:24 AM CDT
Precious brothers and sisters. I sit on the floor and weep with you. You are not alone in your grief; though we all have not experienced it in this way we feel it deeply when there is pain in the Body. We all lift you up in prayer to our Father. Though there is a season to weep there is also joy in the morning to look to, but for now we grieve with you. May our Lord hold you in His arms now and always for you are a mighty instrument of His Word.
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said this on 23 May 2008 10:59:01 AM CDT
Dear Chapman family,
My heart broke for you after I heard the news. My daughter is 5 and she refers to your song 'Cinderella' as "our" song. She is our only child and it took us several years to have her. I cannot begin to imagine the pain you feel. We are praying for you all and will continue to daily. I am so sorry for this tragedy. My wife has asked me several times about adoption and I have not really ever considered it until now. Thank you for the sacrifices you make to share the love of God with others and reflecting his image in all the seasons of life. Dan |
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said this on 23 May 2008 11:54:48 AM CDT
Dear Chapman Family, I know that this is hard for everyone of you. It is hard enough to deal with death, but when it is accidental/unexpected it makes it even harder. I went through loosing a sister. She fell off a horse and died instantly. There is no time to prepare. I have learned that we can't live our lives on "what if's" what if this was done could it have prevented something...we can't live by that. It will drive us crazy. I do know that being a child of God and having the peace with him that I have I can walk close with him (GOD). You and your family too have that close relationship with GOD. IT is a blessing to have and he will give your family the peace you need. My prayers are with you all. Keep the faith!!!
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said this on 23 May 2008 12:07:20 PM CDT
Dear Steven and family Family,
We have 3 Cinderellas in our family. I will never forget the day my husband came home and played this beautiful song for me. We both cried many tears, knowing that you wrote that song from a father's heart. Your music has been such a blessing to us over the years. You have poured out God's love, joy, peace, etc...to so many people in so many places. Thank you for giving so unselfishly to all of us. We appreciate the gift that God has given you. Our prayer is that God will pour His spirit of comfort and peace into you and your family in the days to come. Although it is hard to see at this moment in time we pray that God will use this tragedy for His glory, somehow and some way. |
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said this on 23 May 2008 12:40:59 PM CDT
Steven & MaryBeth and Family, my heart aches at the loss of your little angel Maria. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Just know that you are not alone in this time of grief. I don’t know why GOD wanted Maria with him at such a young age. I know she is with her heavenly father waiting for the time she can share hugs with all of you. May God’s peace and strength be with you. Thank you for sharing your family and your awesome talent with us. (D. Gaddy CM Tech coordinator Grace Church St Louis)
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said this on 23 May 2008 1:51:39 PM CDT
My heart aches for you, Chapman family. Lean on those who love you and rest peacably knowing Maria has the arms of Jesus wrapped around her. My 8 year old and I will lift up your family.
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said this on 23 May 2008 2:33:41 PM CDT
Dear Steven, MaryBeth and yours, my heart breaks for ya'll. I am a proud mother of 7 sons and 1 daughter; 3 grandsons, 3 granddaughters and 1 angel granddaughter that is with Jesus. The pain of losing our loved one was overwhelming and the loss is heartfelt. But what keeps me going is knowing that my hope of seeing her is real. God puts so many persons in our pathway to love, nuture and then release. And even though that is the hardest part, (the letting go!), it really does serve to make us stronger and appreciate who and what He has given to us. I will continue to hold you in prayer. May you feel the arms of Jesus holding ya'll and may you continue to bless us with the gift God has given you. I pray that the same hope I have of seeing my grand baby, grows in your heart. God Bless!!!
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said this on 23 May 2008 3:29:45 PM CDT
To the entire Chapman family, I just found out today of the painful accident. As part of your family in Christ, we pray that our Lord fill all of you with His love, strength, and certainty of being together sooner than we think. May His grace also penetrate to heal any thoughts or feelings of guilt any may be experiencing. Once again, as a family in Christ and in song, we pray that His melody combined with our lives sound off the sweetest of harmonies anyone has ever heard!
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said this on 23 May 2008 4:27:43 PM CDT
To the entire Chapman family - a dear little one has left your arms and now she is being held in the arms of our precious Lord. There's yet another one who needs care and love - whose deep sorrow will need much time to heal, and that's the driver. My heart goes out to you. May you not lose one bit of sleep since you know you are forgiven and loved just as much as your little sister. Because of His great mercy and provision, you'll be all together again. Forgive yourself and know you are going to make your way through this with this. You do not know me on this earth but we'll recognize each other in Heaven. Be strong and be of good courage.
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said this on 23 May 2008 5:09:03 PM CDT
Dear Chapman family, I am so terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your dear little girl Maria. I pray the Lord will be specially close to you at this time, giving you his strength and peace as you walk through this deep valley. THe Lord BLess you all.
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