Cardinal George Pell, leader of the Catholic church in Australia, says he is "deeply sorry" for the pain caused by those in his organisation. Picture: Craig Greenhill Source: News Limited
AUSTRALIA'S most senior Catholic has apologised to those who have "suffered at the hands" of priests and religious teachers.
While not specifically mentioning allegations of child sex abuse by members of the clergy, Catholic Archbishop of Sydney Cardinal George Pell said he was "deeply sorry" for the hurt that had occurred, calling it "completely contrary" to Christ's teachings.
"I am deeply sorry this happened," Cardinal Pell said.
"I feel too the shock and shame across the community at these revelations of wrongdoing and crimes."
In his statement, Cardinal Pell said people had "suffered at the hands" of fellow Christians, Christian officials, priests and religious teachers.
The Christmas message comes after the federal government this year announced a royal commission to investigate child abuse in Australia, including in the Catholic Church.
It follows claims abuse by clergy was covered up by Catholic Church hierarchy.
Faith in "God's goodness and love" was needed "to help those who have been hurt", Cardinal Pell said in his message.
"We need the hope that comes to us from Christ's birth with his call to conversion, to sorrow for sins and the necessity of reparation," he said.
"The light of Christ shines through this darkness."
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