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Tragedy in Tennessee

Filed under: Music Minute > Sad Sad

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Contemporary Christian music star Steven Curtis Chapman lost his youngest child on Wednesday evening after a horrible accident in the family home.

According to reports, the singer's daughter was struck by a car driven by her teenage brother in the driveway of the family’s Tennessee house.

Several children were playing in the area at the time of the accident.

The teen said he did not see Maria in the driveway before the vehicle struck her.

Authorities say no charges are expected.

The accident was witnessed by two other children.

So sad.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Chapman family.

[Image via WENN.]

219 comments to “Tragedy in Tennessee”

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  1. :( says – reply to this


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    how sad!

  2. starra says – reply to this


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    sad. my prayers go out to his family

  3. Cassie says – reply to this


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    I read this last night…how horrible… :(

  4. omar says – reply to this


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    First for the second time!

  5. DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM says – reply to this


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    DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM. THINK ABOUT IT. DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT THE BLACKS (THE PEOPLE THAT ARE FUCKING UP THIS COUNTRY) IN CHARGE OF IT? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A MUSLIM IN CHARGE OF THE WAR ON MUSLIM TERROR? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A GAY IN CHARGE OF STANDING UP FOR MORALITY?

  6. DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM says – reply to this


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    DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM. THINK ABOUT IT. DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT THE BLACKS (THE PEOPLE THAT ARE FUCKING UP THIS COUNTRY) IN CHARGE OF IT? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A MUSLIM IN CHARGE OF THE WAR ON MUSLIM TERROR? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A GAY IN CHARGE OF STANDING UP FOR MORALITY??

  7. gene pool queers join hands says – reply to this


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    i always question these didnt see the kid who lives in the same house as me in my drive way stories.

    child ABUSE

    i drive and i am ALWAYS extremely carefully when pulling out of any spot anywhere.

    how do you NOT SEE a kid?
    they are noisy shits.

    damn and they smell…

    the teen was probably stoned on jesus smoke.

  8. hlw says – reply to this


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    it's very heartbreaking & sad when someone loses a child.

  9. DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM says – reply to this


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    DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM. THINK ABOUT IT. DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT THE BLACKS (THE PEOPLE THAT ARE FUCKING UP THIS COUNTRY) IN CHARGE OF IT? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A MUSLIM IN CHARGE OF THE WAR ON MUSLIM TERROR? DO YOU REALLY WANT TO PUT A GAY IN CHARGE OF STANDING UP FOR MORALITY???

  10. GOD says – reply to this


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    HAha.

  11. Nana says – reply to this


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    that's soooooooo awful =(

  12. GayHater says – reply to this


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    Read you bible, homo, your prayers aren't heard because youre gay. Its a sin, get over it.

  13. Tam says – reply to this


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    Thank you Perez for reporting this.

  14. sad says – reply to this


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    & Now some asshole will say that they saw his site on millionaredating.com?
    Just watch- it's comming……………

  15. suggit says – reply to this


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    So sad. my condolences. :(

  16. Lilah says – reply to this


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    Perez it's a shame that you allow racist or homophobic comments on your blog, it is YOUR responsability to make that stop, there are more and more every day…

  17. britney says – reply to this


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    1st…
    but very very sad:(

  18. CJ says – reply to this


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    So sad. He's such a wonderful artist. I can't even imagine losing one of my children. My prayers will certainly be with their family.

  19. Brooke says – reply to this


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    That's horrid.
    She was adopted from overseas as well, maybe Japan? I can't remember exactly.
    Such a shame.

  20. emily says – reply to this


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    that's so sad. i feel bad for the son, he probably feels really guilty. that's just ahh. =[[[[

  21. atwork says – reply to this


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    He's a great singer; what a tragedy for the whole family. That teen brother must be absolutely devasted.

  22. Le Roi Est Mort says – reply to this


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    Where's his God now?

    HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

  23. David says – reply to this


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    God, how tragic!

    I'm sorry for their loss.

  24. ugh says – reply to this


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    that's horrible…he must feel terrible. :(

  25. so sad says – reply to this


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    poor thing. i love steve curtis chapman. my prayers go out to his family.

  26. Sorry About The Kid says – reply to this


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    But at least this kid as been spared having to listen Christian music the rest of her life by a bunch of hicks from Tennesse who scooped up a bunch of babies from China.So how do you like your God now

  27. Jeff says – reply to this


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    He sang at my wedding. Great guy and terrific family. We're praying for him.

  28. lg says – reply to this


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    dude this is like the third child ive seen on the news being ran over by a car…….

  29. Le Roi Est Mort says – reply to this


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    Fucking hillbilly. I thought that old, rich, white-men were the people fucking this once glorious country up on the Macro-level?

    Re: DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM

  30. jackie says – reply to this


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    Sorry to hear this. There will be alot of angst in this family from now on.

  31. Candy says – reply to this


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    That is so sad. My prayers are with them:(

  32. Alexis says – reply to this


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    Perez, Thank you for mentioning this on your site. My prayers are with this family during this most difficult time.

  33. Murh says – reply to this


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    Thanks for posting this, Perez. The Chapmans are a phenomenal family and are doing so much in the world to advocate for international adoption. My thoughts and prayers are with Steven and his family.

  34. Amanda says – reply to this


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    so sad :( he is such a great man.

  35. Jenn says – reply to this


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    I don't believe in prayer, but I do believe in the influence of music. My thoughts go out to SCC's family. Accidents happen and when it's something as tragic as this…well, I guess you need something to believe in.

  36. Christians don't gay bash says – reply to this


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    "Gay Hater" and the rest of you? Get your shit together - God judges, NOT you. Perez - keep on, keepin on! Jesus loves you!

  37. Amanda says – reply to this


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    People, have some respect. This man just lost a child.

  38. DO NOT ELECT A GAY BLACK MUSLIM says – reply to this


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    Re: Le Roi Est Mort – NO ITS THE BLACKS AND MEXICANS THAT ARE SCREWING THE COUNTRY UP

  39. v says – reply to this


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    That's what you get for being a dirty jesus lover.

  40. Another Floozy says – reply to this


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    There is nothing worse than having to bury a loved one. But a child? Horrific.

    As for all the assholes makeing rude comments? Fuck y'all. Your day is coming, You too, will lose a loved one, see how funny it is then.

    RIP and Peace to the family in this difficult time. Simply tragic. :(

  41. brittany says – reply to this


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    we don't always understand why things like this happen, but it's not gods fault! for all of you saying "oh wheres his god now?", god is still with them. being a christian is an awesome thing. because even though that little girl was taken from them yesterday, they will be able to move on and still praise god each and every day!!! my thoughts and prayers are with this family!!!!

  42. heather says – reply to this


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    this is very sad, our hearts are heavy for that young man and his family in this difficult time.

  43. comfort says – reply to this


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    thanks for mentioning this Perez. This could happen to anyone with young kids. My prayers are with the whole family. I have great concern for the teen bro who was driving the car. He needs our prayers.

  44. Lynn says – reply to this


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    Re: Lilah – Unfortunately, if hPerez had to edit every stupid comment on this site, there would be no time for posts…people suck and there's nothing anyone can do about it…censoring the hate speech only makes it worse…it gives it power…let these assholes spew their hate…it makes them feel better about their miserable lives…just ignore them and continue to be a good person…that's all any of us can do…

  45. jsaifjsiof says – reply to this


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    He must have been a terrible sinner. The wrath of Jesus! JESUS! MUAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

  46. Daisha loves Perez says – reply to this


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    my prayers go to the family. however, i do not understand why people find the need to post crude comments, that in the end, only make them look like the ignorant losers that they are. i mean, you wanna talk shit about lindsay lohan, find by me, but when it is a post about some one losing their child, you need to back the fuck off with your stupid shit. pathetic.

  47. Carrie says – reply to this


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    I just wanted to say to GayHater, first off, the bible doesn't say that God hates Gays, it says it is a sin and God, hates sin, not the person sinning, and for the others who say, what does he think about his God now, he thinks the same as he did before this happened. Just because your a Christian, doesn't mean bad things don't happen. Also, why do people hate Christians for? You all preach to Christians to be more excepting, but, your not excepting of them. Just a thought!

  48. ChiTown Cutie says – reply to this


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    RE: #10 Your a fuckin IDIOT!! I guess we know who has a VIP section in Hell.

  49. bob says – reply to this


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    Re: GayHater

    All sins are equal.

  50. nanis says – reply to this


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    my heart goes out to the family… god bless!!

  51. pooped says – reply to this


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    Re: David – preparing your place in hell.

  52. Kay says – reply to this


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    My prayers go out to the Chapman family. Thank you Perez for posting this. Your prayers are heard as well. PS Jesus doesn't hate anyone. Read your Bible.

  53. cheerioko says – reply to this


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    Oh no. This makes me so sad. I live in Tennessee and remember seeing SCC with his oldest daughter at the DMV when she was getting her drivers license. You could tell me was getting sentimental that his baby was all grown up and driving. He seems like a great dad.

  54. suze says – reply to this


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    this is so sad. my condolences go out to the family. there's a family that live down the street from me and basically the same thing happened to them. there is nothing more painful than losing a child and i'm sure she is at peace wherever she is. to her sibling who did this i hope he/she is not blaming himself and that the whole family remember with love the memories they share about their beautiful daughter.

  55. BeeBee says – reply to this


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    Very sad. Stephen Curtis Chapman has always seemed to be a humble, caring man of the utmost integrity. Talking shit about a man you just heard about today and have never met is rediculous, especially in a time of tragedy. Thanks Perez for posting this item.

  56. BlahBlah says – reply to this


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    Perez- people can say what they want about you, but you are a thoughtful person with a beautiful heart. You cover the gambit on news and pop culture and while you may not agree with the way Christians handle certain subjects, you still post this story on your site. I appreciate the thoughts and prayers that you extend to the Chapman family and the Kennedy family alike. You represent the human spirit that feels for everyone and I truly admire that….I hope you read this because I truly want you to know that I admire you. Thank you.

  57. Rock says – reply to this


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    I'm sure you wanted to draw a squirting cock over his microphone, Perez :)

  58. rainman says – reply to this


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    Re: Carrie – I agree with your comments completely! the haters like to point their fingers as to not be noticed. hopefully one day their eyes will see the truth.

  59. poop says – reply to this


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    "#41 - brittany says – reply to this

    we don't always understand why things like this happen, but it's not gods fault! for all of you saying "oh wheres his god now?", god is still with them. being a christian is an awesome thing. because even though that little girl was taken from them yesterday, they will be able to move on and still praise god each and every day!!! my thoughts and prayers are with this family!!!!"

    No brittany! Jesus was very mad at something they did! They probably didn't go to church enough or maybe they forgot to pray the night before or maybe they forgot to kneel before accepting communion or maybe they put out a burning bush that jesus lit up with his holy power! Only the wonderful man who lives in the clouds above earth knows for sure! God bless!

    xoxo

  60. DO NOT ELECT A GAY MUSLIM says – reply to this


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    AT NIGHT, I DREAM ABOUT GETTING SPANKED BY A BIG BLACK LEATHER BOY DADDY……MMMMMMMMMMMM………….

  61. jen says – reply to this


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    God works in mysterious ways, doesn't he? LOL

  62. Mish says – reply to this


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    Kudos to Perez for posting this article. I was curious to see if a Christian artist would make your headlines.. I've been a fan of SCC for years and was so saddened to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with the family…

  63. Lame says – reply to this


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    Re: GayHater – Being hateful and judgmental are also sins, so I suppose your prayers won't be heard either.

    Given we're all guilty of sin, your logic is quite flawed. Why don't you worry about being a better person instead of spreading hatred and lies? God loves everyone unconditionally. And yes, I've read the Bible.

  64. Cristina says – reply to this


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    I lived in Nashville for 6 years and have seen SCC in concert many times - I remember when he brought his daughter back from China how happy they all were. This is so incredibly tragic and sad but instead of posting such mean and negative comments no matter what you believe in you could still be kind and respectful during their difficult time. Crazy things happen to EVERYONE no matter who you are! Love endures!

  65. jessi says – reply to this


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    shaohannahshope.org

    the chapmans have been long time advocates of international adoption. my prayers are with the grieving family.

  66. Brittney says – reply to this


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    Thank you, Perez, for your genuine sympathy for this family.

  67. Michelle says – reply to this


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    Thanks for reporting this Perez!

    I cannot imagine the pain that family is feeling right now. So very sad.

  68. LE ROI EST MORT IS AN IDIOT says – reply to this


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    Re: Le Roi Est Mort – Your an idiot

  69. asdf says – reply to this


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    The boy that hit her is probably going to be messed up for life. Sad in so many ways.

  70. wordtoyourmother says – reply to this


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    So Tragic…Why do bad things happen to good people? I'm praying for this family.

  71. Safety vs. Style says – reply to this


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    Christian or not, If you buy a teenager a vehicle that big- Something bad is likely to happen. Statistically, Kids aren't good drivers and I would suppose that they're even worse when they're trying to maneuver something roughly 1/2 the size of an RV. I'm sorry for their loss, though.

  72. Cindy says – reply to this


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    I was praying you wouldnt do a post about this tragedy today because of all the idiots who post evilness. I hate seeing the nasty and sick comments from people.

    Its so sad, such a precious little girl.

  73. Jenn says – reply to this


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    I've been a fan of Perez for awhile now, but I've just gained a whole new respect. Thank you so much for being so respectful when posting about this very tragic story. Prayers and well wishes are need for this family and the millions of other families who suffer the loss of a child. Please remember all of the Chapman's as this is a two sided tragedy, not only are they suffering the loss of little Maria, but her older brother is never going to be the same again.

  74. wordtoyourmother says – reply to this


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    Re: GayHater – First off Are you Gay???? generally, in my experience with people who hate gays so much..they're hiding from it themselves. You are a bible thumping nut. I don't think you are God and you know what prayers he hears. You crazy "wannabe" religious nut. I love you Perez. Ignore idiots like this. I'm sure you do!

  75. amanda says – reply to this


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    Re: gene pool queers join hands – wow how low of a comment is that of you!
    this is such a sad accident for this family…how can you just say that you werent there when it happened…
    have some respect

  76. wordtoyourmother says – reply to this


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    Re: Le Roi Est Mort – You are just crazy, you unsypathetic psycho.

  77. K-Dub says – reply to this


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    PEREZ, as a fan of Steven Curtis Chapman I want to THANK YOU for taking time out to report on this tragic event. The Chapman's are a great family who have done lots of work for orphaned children in China (they have 3 adopted children from there). Please be praying for them, and again thank you for reporting on ALL aspects of entertainment, and political news.

  78. Danette says – reply to this


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    Perez,,,,, please post some information about their family organization that helps people fund their adoptions! Maria (the child killed) was one of their their adopted children from China. They have helped fund over 1700 adoptions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  79. wordtoyourmother says – reply to this


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    Re: jen – They're are so many RUDE and DISRESPECTFUL people out there.

  80. kp says – reply to this


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    when i read about this first on people.com, i was so shocked! my prayers go out to the chapman family.

    to the people who made unsympathetic comments above: i can't believe you have the guts to say those things.

  81. kimi says – reply to this


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    how stinkin sad is this? my dad told me last night=//
    i will truly keep steven and his family in my prayers

  82. Question For The Christians says – reply to this


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    Why is not okay for you to accept the fact that not everyone one the planet believes in this person you call God.I would like if you would give me the same respect I give you,you believe,I don,t,no questions asked.When you Christian folks start harping to us nonbelievers that you are right and that anyone that disagrees with you is wrong we kind of get tired of it,besides I don,t ask you how your sex life is because its personal,so butt out quit trying to save the planet,if you need to worship so be it but keep it down to a dull roar because your upsetting the nonbelievers

  83. audrey arellano says – reply to this


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    Ha Ha.. I bet she screamed!!

  84. leah says – reply to this


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    that made me tear up a bit

  85. Rhonda says – reply to this


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    My heart goes out to this family… especially to the teenaged brother who will forever have to live with the pain of guilt for his part in this tragic accident. How very very sad.

  86. Lissa says – reply to this


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    This story is so tragic, my family is praying for him and his family, this will be something veryhard to deal with for a very long time. And for the obsene, pubecent , ignorant people posting nonsense on here, your time will come, and we all know where you will end up, without air conditioning, what you don't understand is that christians know when they are called to heaven, they are called, it isn't sad for us, sure, the moment is sad, but it's a joyous occasion knowing we will be spending eternity in heaven with our God, you can know Jesus too if you would just open your eyes and grow up, but we know most of you won't, and we feel sad for you, because you will be missing out on one of the greatest treasures we have to look forward to……so sad.

  87. leah says – reply to this


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    Re: audrey arellano – "Ha Ha..I bet she screamed!!"

    I have little doubt that this will happen to your child, mother, etc. Then you may regret posting your comment.

  88. jenjen says – reply to this


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    Thanks for posting this, Perez. The Chapmans adopted three of their children from China & have an organization to help parents wishing to adopt, but who often cannot afford the expenses. I think it's call Shaohannah's Hope. PLease look into it & get the word out. Iwas blessed to adopt my daughter from China 8 years ago. I can't imagine what the Chapman family must be going through at this time.

  89. nik says – reply to this


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    Where's your god now Steven???? Stupid religious people..

  90. Lissa says – reply to this


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    Re: Question For The Christians – we are not saving the planet, we are trying to save souls……………which, we can see yours is lost, yes well, we can't win them all.

  91. AZgaybe says – reply to this


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    once again proving that jesus fucking christ doesnt care or most likely isnt there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  92. Lissa says – reply to this


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    Interesting to see comments about not electing a black muslim are posted yet mine were pulled, interesting, I had a little tiny hope that perez had class, but it's just been lost.

  93. Lissa says – reply to this


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    Re: AZgaybe – everybody will die, some will die to early like this little girl, some will live longer than anyone wishes, but there is a time for everyone to die, kinda like the girl at columbine who gave her life to save those of her students, compassion is a word YOU will never understand

  94. ajo says – reply to this


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    Re: audrey arellano – you are disgusting. You are talking about a five year old girl. It doesn't matter how you feel about her father or his beliefs. It is sick that you would say that about ANY young child's pain and tragic death.

  95. ruthie says – reply to this


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    Re: poop – Dear poop: I don't even know where you're coming from. you make no sense at all. We can try to be the best christians in the world but yet still be afflicted with trials and tribulations. Maybe you need to read the bible more. Maybe you just don't understand the divine love of god. To Brittany: Keep living for Jesus. It sounds like you understand the love of God. Even though we have to go through trials on earth & at the time we may not understand why, but God still loves us and he will see us through the tough times and eventually gives us peace.

  96. Karye Ann says – reply to this


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    Perez..

    Thank you for your kind words and prayers.. they mean a lot.. as a former member of the bible thumping nation, its honestly beautiful to see you, a gay man wishing love, sympathy and prayers for someone who represents a group full of ignorance, misrepresentation, lack of grace and often times hatred for homosexuals..

    Thank you, thak you, thank you.. for showing compassion when oftentimes none has been given. Stephen Curtis Chapman isn't necessarily one of those, but those he is affiliated with oftentimes are.

    Blessings and adoration!

    Karye

  97. Carrie says – reply to this


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    Question for Christians, I don't think I was trying to get you to believe anything, I was just stating what Chritians believe, we believe, God gave his only son Jesus to die so we can be clean from sin, He gave his son for everyone, for gay people, straight people, everyone, he doesn't love one more than another. He loves all the same weather you believe or not. He loves you. That is what we believe, and in that belief, we are commanded to love as God loves us, not to judge or be rude or unloving. This is what Steven and his family believe too, that is why they have adopted 3 beautiful children and have help thounsands of other families do the same, it is the love of Jesus that lives in us, that promps us to love others. Anyone, who proclaims to be a Christian, should love like Jesus loved. That is how people know you are a Christ follower!

  98. G.O.D. says – reply to this


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    Wake up people. There is no ME!!!
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  99. Priscilla says – reply to this


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    Thanks for posting this, Perez. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

  100. audrey arellano says – reply to this


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    she popped like a tube of toothpaste!

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