Updated 07:54 am.EST, Mon November 23, 2009

Entertainment|Sat, Jul. 26 2008 09:26 AM EDT

Faith Outshines Music as Steven Curtis Chapman Returns to the Stage

By Josh Kimball|Christian Post Reporter

Beginning with the July 11 Lifest in Oshkosh, Wisc., Chapman hit the road and plans to continue through Sept. 20.

Like a number of the concerts prior to Thursday’s, proceeds from the most recent night went to Shaohannah’s Hope, the foundation Chapman and his wife, Mary Beth, established to help defray the costs of adoptions.

The Chapmans started the organization five years ago to give information and financial grants to families who want to adopt. Maria’s Miracle Fund, which the foundation created shortly after Maria's death, has received more than $500,000 so far – an "overwhelming and honorable tribute to such a spirit-filled family and a beautiful young girl," said foundation executive director Scott Hasenbalg on Chapman’s website (www.stevencurtischapman.com).

At the present time, Chapman has six more cities to hit before concluding his tour in Puyallup, Wash., on Sept. 20. His international tours have been canceled so he can be close to his family.

List of Remaining Cities:

August 1 - Asheville, NC (Biltmore Estate)
August 2 - Atlanta, GA (Turner Field)
August 9 - Hot Springs, AR (Timberwood Amphitheater)
September 13 - Ft. Worth, TX (Men at the Cross)
September 19 - Brentwood, CA (Golden Hills Community)
September 20 - Puyallup, WA (Western Washington Fair)

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  • Thu Aug 07, 2008 10:51 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

    It is really quite amazing that he's able to do this. It must be the grace of God on him for sure. I have never lost someone as close as a daughter or family member, but I have lost 2 aunts to cancer and a good friend. All three times I didn't feel like doing anything at all. The main thing I learned through my grieving was that this life is so short and there are no guarantees that we'll always be happy. I also became more certain of the hope we have in Christ that he has prepared a place for those of us who have put their trust in him. In that place there's plenty of guarantees and no uncertainty.

  • Mon Jul 28, 2008 10:48 am Agree: 1   Disagree: 0

    What is it with Christianity and adversity? Why do some shake their fist at God and blame Him for every setback, and some rise to the occasion and see that there is wisdom in the words of Ps. 46:10: "Be still, and know that I am God."
    Faith defies all scientific analysis, and still shows a strength nothing else could equal.
    The Book of Job has made for awesome reading with its message of waiting on God. Mr. Chapman continues to glorify God. For this I thank God and seek God's blessings in this wonderful musical ministry.

  • Sat Jul 26, 2008 8:29 pm Agree: 4   Disagree: 0

    May the good Lord continue to bless him and his family, and may they continue to grow strong in the Lord.

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