National Cathedral's preservation needs top $50M

By BRETT ZONGKER
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) - It's where the nation's capital gathers to mourn, to pray and to seek comfort during tragedies. Now the Washington National Cathedral needs help weathering its own financial emergency.

The church has long been a spiritual center for the nation, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors and worshippers each year. It's the burial site of President Woodrow Wilson and for Helen Keller. It's hosted funeral services for Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan and other presidents. And during ordeals such as the Sept. 11 attacks, it's been a place for interfaith reflection.

Kym's Crafty Cards: Mo's Digital Challenge - Thursday 15/7/10

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Nikkei in Tokyo Fall as Global Markets Weaken

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