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ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- People the world over are mourning the death of Pope John Paul II. He was leader of the Catholic Church, an ambassador of peace, a teacher of compassion, and a man that has made an indelible mark upon the world. The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization offers its deepest sympathies to all those mourning this great loss. Feelings of grief are being strongly felt in every nation across the globe. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those in pain.
While many were familiar with the Holy Father's struggle with illness, his spirit was strong and his death comes as tragic news. The loss of this beloved spiritual leader brings fresh pain to a world that seems fraught with grief and tragedy. Yet, the remarkable life of Pope John Paul II reminds us of the grace that humankind can achieve.
The decision of the Pope to remain at his home at the Vatican surrounded by those dearest to him reflects a wish shared by people of many faiths and cultures and at the heart of ...