First Presidency congratulates Pope Benedict XVI
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Following the election of Pope Benedict XVI, the First Presidency issued the following statement:
"We join with men and women of goodwill everywhere in congratulating Cardinal Ratzinger on his election as Pope Benedict XVI.
"We wish for him and his many followers continuing progress in furthering the cause of peace among the nations, and the alleviation of poverty and distress throughout the world."
