[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 41, Number 16 (Monday, April 25, 2005)]
[Pages 632-633]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Remarks on Arrival From Springfield

April 19, 2005

Pope Benedict XVI

    Laura and I offer our congratulations to Pope Benedict XVI. He's a 
man of great wisdom and knowledge. He's a man who serves the Lord. We 
remember well his sermon at the Pope's funeral in Rome, how his words 
touched our hearts and the hearts of millions. We join with our fellow 
citizens and millions around the world who pray for continued strength 
and wisdom as His Holiness leads the Catholic Church.
    Thank you all.

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Note: The President spoke at 3:31 p.m. on the South Lawn at the White 
House.