In an exclusive, first print interview since the tragic loss of their daughter and sister Maria Sue Chapman on May 21, and following emotional appearances last week on
Good Morning America and
Larry King Live, Steven Curtis Chapman, his wife Mary Beth, and children Emily, Caleb and Will, share their memories of Maria, their faith in God, and their strong love for each other with
People magazine staff writer Eileen Finan in the issue that hits news stands Friday, August 15.
Click here for a preview.
Last week's appearance on
Good Morning America can be viewed by going to
Chapman's Web site. The
Larry King Live interview can be seen by
clicking here. Also, be sure to check out
Larry King’s personal comments about the Chapman’s appearance on his program last week.
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Chapman also has launched a new radio single, "Yours," which received an incredible 21 adds this week on R&R's Christian AC chart. Chapman has written a new verse for the song as a part of the family's acknowledgement of the tragedy and God's faithfulness to them through this difficult time. "Yours" will be available for purchase via digital service providers including iTunes, Amazon, Rhapsody and Napster as of August 5th, with 100 percent of Chapman's royalties from the sales of this single being donated to Shaohannah's Hope. Producer Matt Bronlewee and co-writer on "Yours," Jonas Myrin, have also joined the effort with 100 percent of their royalties from the single going to Shaohannah's Hope. Additionally, monies received by Sparrow records from the sales of this single, after deduction of expenses and royalties, will be donated to Shaohannah's Hope, a 501C(3) organization, which helps families reduce the financial barrier of adoption. As of July 2008, the organization has provided grants to more than 1700 families wishing to adopt orphans in the United States and around the world. For more details on Maria's Miracle Fund and Shaohannah's Hope, please
click here.