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ACNS 4023     |     LAMBETH	|     17 AUGUST 2005

Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury on the death of Brother Roger
of Taizé

Wednesday 17 August 2005

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Dr Rowan Williams, has expressed his shock
and sadness on learning of the horrific death of Brother Roger of Taizé:

"This is an indescribable shock. Brother Roger was one of the best loved
Christian leaders of our time, and hundreds of thousands will be feeling
his loss very personally, and remembering him in prayer and gratitude.

"But the shock and trauma for the community at Taizé will be heavy - and
it will be for all the young people who witnessed this event. All of
them are in our prayers."

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