Oct. 24, 2009 - Helping The Hungry

As a part-time Reverend and full-time community supporter, I attended an Inter Parish Ministry benefit concert at local high school tonight.

The headline performer was Steve Chapin, brother of the late Harry Chapin (at right). Steve was accompanied by Big John Wallace and Phil Forbes. The Turpin High School Mixed Choir also sang a few songs and provided backup vocals on several tunes.

The Inter Faith Ministry helps the hungry within the eastern Hamilton and Clermont counties. It is a coordinated effort of a network of churches, community, business and volunteer partners.

You can visit the Inter Parish Ministry website to learn more or to provide support.

Steve played all of Harry’s hits including “Cats in the Cradle”, “Taxi”, and “Circle”. Steve also played some of his own songs.

The funniest moment of the night was when Steve Chapin was awarded a Proclamation from the Ohio Senate thanking him for his years of charitable work with the hungry and homeless. Steve’s deadpan response was he thanked the State Senator for making tonight’s concert necessary.


Everyone should listen to, and read the lyrics from “All My Life’s A Circle.”