What a surprise. (sarc) My Mom and I were just discussing this the other day. This whole “we’re a distraction” thing is merely an excuse to avoid going to church. He can’t go to Wright’s anymore, and he can’t attend a similar church (if there is one) in D.C for political reasons. Therefore, he’s come up with an excuse. If God was a priority to him, he would want to ensure that he and his family got to church on Sunday. It’s not like he is opposed to attention, so being a “distraction” shouldn’t bother him. Besides, past Presidents have gone to church and never had a problem. He simply can’t find a traditional church with teachings he agrees with.
Its a religious experience every time he looks in the mirror.
Actually, President Reagan did the same thing... he didn’t want the services to be about him, when they should be about Him. Other Presidents have skipped attending church for the same reason as BO states here.