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| Pope Benedict XVI has told Australians he is deeply sorry for the sexual abuse of children by some Catholic priests. | Pope Benedict XVI has told Australians he is deeply sorry for the sexual abuse of children by some Catholic priests. |
| Speaking at a mass during his visit to Australia, the Pope spoke of the "shame we have all felt" and called for abusers to face justice. | |
| He said the deeds of abusive clergymen were a great betrayal of trust, which damaged the Catholic Church. | He said the deeds of abusive clergymen were a great betrayal of trust, which damaged the Catholic Church. |
| Campaigners in Australia, who say thousands have been victims of abuse, have been calling for a full apology. | Campaigners in Australia, who say thousands have been victims of abuse, have been calling for a full apology. |