But if Mr. Bush's plan requires faith-based groups to leave out God, Mr. Blakely said, he wouldn't be interested. Over the years, he's been in jail, on the streets and addicted to crack cocaine. If an organization doesn't use God, then it won't work. You need spiritual food as well as real food. Chapel attendance is required before people can eat.
Faith is interwoven into every program the mission runs.
When counselors talk about controlling anger, they discuss how Jesus addresses the issue. When they talk about developing values and character, Jesus is the model. Mr. Perrine said his mission likely won't pursue federal funding. Already, he could apply for some government grants today. But that would require a sacrifice he's not willing to make.