Has President Obama Chosen a New Church Home?

When President Barack Obama took office, I promised to keep you informed of his decision to select a new church home. If you recall, in May of 2008 the Obamas resigned their membership at the controversial Trinity United Church of Christ and told the press they would wait until after the inauguration in January to find a church home. Although the Obamas have attended a few different churches in Washington D.C., there have been no official announcements regarding where they will worship as a family while they live at the White House.

TIME Magazine reported Monday that, rather than choosing a place of worship in Washington, Obama has decided, like his predecessor George W. Bush, to "make his primary place of worship Evergreen Chapel, the nondenominational church at Camp David." The article suggests that privacy is the main factor in Obama's attraction to this small congregation of worshipers. However, according to CBS News, the White House has contradicted the TIME article. Press Secretary Robert Gibbs told reporters Monday, "They're not formally joining that church, and there have been no formal decisions about joining a church in this area." Deputy Press Secretary Jen Psaki said, "They have enjoyed worshipping at Camp David and several other congregations over the months, and will choose a church at the time that is best for their family."

So, apparently the verdict is still out and we'll continue waiting to learn where the Obamas will worship in Washington. If, like the president, you're having trouble finding a church home, here's a resource that may help:

• How to Choose a Church