#324 A Tribute to my dad, Chuck Girard 1943-2025

Aug 18, 2025

A heartfelt tribute unfolds as the speaker shares the incredible journey of their father, Chuck Girard, from a session singer to a pioneer of contemporary Christian music. With humor and warmth, personal anecdotes reveal the quirks that made him unique, while touching on his profound faith and its impact on family. The final days in hospice are filled with gratitude and deep conversations, illuminating themes of love, faith, and the importance of legacy. This touching narrative honors a remarkable life defined by music, ministry, and unwavering faith.

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From Session Singer To Jesus Revolution

Chuck Girard went from LA session singer and hippie to a born-again Christian during the Jesus Revolution.
He and bandmates became Love Song and started singing faith-rooted songs that shaped CCM.

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A Simple Testimony That Launched A Band

Chuck Girard gave a plain, heartfelt testimony about leaving drugs and finding Jesus at Calvary Chapel.
He and peers dedicated musical talents to the Lord and wrote early worship songs like "Welcome Back."

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Dad As Cheerleader And Shepherd

Alisa recalls her dad as an unwavering encourager who taught her to record and layer vocals from childhood.
He prioritized ministry over fame and left the industry when he felt God calling him out.

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In this episode, I share a very personal tribute to my dad, Chuck Girard. From his teenage years as a session singer in Los Angeles, to his encounter with Jesus during the Jesus Revolution, to a lifetime of ministering through music, his story is not only a testament to how one man can impact the world, but also how the faith of a father can shape the lives of his children.

But beyond the music and ministry, I also share some of the little things that made him him—the quirks, the humor, and the unique personality that only those close to him got to see. I also open up about his last days at home in hospice, and some of his final words.

This episode is both a celebration of my dad’s fascinating life and a glimpse into the man behind the music, whose trust in Jesus shaped everything he did until his very last breath.

Go Fund me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-chuck-girards-fight-against-cancer

Love Song documentary: https://abandcalledlovesong.com

CCM Tribute: https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/chuck-girard-pioneer-of-contemporary-christian-music-enters-heaven-at-81-amy-grant-bryan-duncan-john-schlitt-and-more-share-tributes/

Variety Magazine: https://variety.com/2025/music/obituaries-people-news/chuck-girard-dead-christian-rock-pioneer-love-song-hondells-1236488323/

Celebration of Life Services:

Tuesday, August 26 at 2:00 PM at The Gate Church in Franklin, TN. All are welcome.

The Gate Church

4040 Murfreesboro Rd

Franklin, TN 37067

There will also be a memorial service in Southern California sometime in September that we will try to livestream (date to be announced).

To Purchase the new CD, “Beauty from the Ash”, go to www.alisachilders.com/music

There you can get the CD, backing tracks, string charts, rhythm charts and stems.

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To order “The Deconstruction of Christianity”: https://alisachilders.com/the-deconstruction-of-christianity/

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