    [Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 44, Number 32 (Monday, August 18, 2008)]
    [Pages 1122-1123]
    [Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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    Remarks Following a Visit to the Beijing Kuanjie Protestant Christian
    Church in Beijing

    August 10, 2008

        You know, I've just--Laura and I just had the great joy and
    privilege of worshiping here in Beijing, China. You know, it just goes
    to show that God is universal, and God is love, and no state, man, or
    woman should fear the influence of loving religion.
        And I want to thank the pastor for his hospitality. And I want to
    thank this beautiful choir for singing ``Amazing Grace'' and
    ``Edelweiss.'' It was a touching moment. It's been a joy to worship
    here. Again, I want to thank you, sir, and God bless you. God bless you.

    Note: The President spoke at 9:07 a.m. In his remarks, he referred to
    Pastor Li Jian'an, senior pastor, Beijing Kuanjie Protestant Christian
    Church.

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