President George W. Bush addressed all the church group and organization representatives that attended the Conference.

- He told us: “You cannot be Faith-based if you do not practice your Faith!”

He thanked the churches for all the good work they are doing for the poor, for families, drug addicts, the youth… etc.

Again, he told us that 6% of the budget went to Community and Faith-based organizations, explaining that thanks to churches and faith groups, an extraordinary work has been realized for young people, and therefore: Less drugs, less abortions, less broken-up families…

I was able to come near the President; immediately, he greeted me very kindly, and I was able to briefly explain to him about the Mission of our Superior, Most Reverend Bishop Jean Marie…. And then, I thanked him deeply for all what he does.

Before parting, he added that, actually, he was just coming back from Mongolia, and that he had loved this country.

Sister Marie Valérie + snd.