    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book I)]
    [February 24, 2005]
    [Page 321]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on Pope John Paul II
    February 24, 2005

        On behalf of all Americans, Laura and I send
    our heartfelt best wishes to Pope John Paul II. The Holy Father is in
    our thoughts and prayers, and we wish him a speedy recovery and return
    to the service of his church and all humanity.