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ACNS 3964	     |		LAMBETH PALACE	    |		2 APRIL 2005 
 

Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury on the announcement of the 
death of Pope John Paul II

The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd Rowan Williams, has expressed 
his sadness on learning of the death of His Holiness Pope John Paul II.

The Archbishop said, "Pope John Paul was a leader of manifest holiness and 
a faithful and prayerful friend of the Anglican Church.

"There will be time in the days ahead for the proper tributes to bepaid; 
for now we remember his life and ministry with thankfulness and hold the 
church that he led in our thoughts and prayers."

Notes to editors :

There will be a brief media opportunity tomorrow, Sunday, at 1.30 pm when 
Dr Williams will pay tribute to Pope John Paul II. This will be at 
approximately 1.30 pm in the precincts of Canterbury Cathedral. Further 
details of this location are available this evening until 10.30pm from 
Chris Robinson on 07759 215537 and from 8am tomorrow morning.

Parking for satellite transmitter vehicles in the Cathedral Precincts is 
limited and press parking will not be available before 12.30pm.

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