On Friday I had the opportunity to meet with an incredible group of interfaith leaders in the Roanoke Valley - leaders of congregations, human service agencies, and emergency services - dedicated to creating an interfaith response to the families that will likely relocate here from the devastation of hurricane Katrina. I was impressed with the common desire to welcome these new neighbors and to strengthen our own resolve as a community. There was a deep spirit of faith and abiding sense of hope. Today I celebrate these gifts!