VATICAN CITY, APR 19, 2000 (VIS) - Following is the text of the telegram sent in the Holy Father's name by Cardinal Secretary of State Angelo Sodano to Archbishop Fernando R. Capalla of Davao, the Philippines, for the plane crash which occurred there today:
"Deeply saddened by the news of the great loss of life caused by the airline accident which happened today near Davao, the Holy Father asks you to convey his condolences to the families of those who have died. With hope in the Risen Lord, his holiness prays for the victims and asks God to grant courage and strength to those who are mourning their loved ones. Entrusting everyone affected by the tragedy to the maternal intercession of Mary, comforter of the afflicted, his holiness cordially imparts his apostolic blessing as a token of his spiritual closeness at this difficult time. I join the Holy Father in assuring you of my sympathies and prayers."
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