"I would like to pause to acknowledge the shame which we have all felt as a result of the sexual abuse of minors by some clergy and religious in this country. Indeed I am deeply sorry for the pain and suffering the victims have endured and I assure them that as pastor I too share in their suffering." It's thought to be the first time the Pope, visiting Sydney for World Youth Day, has specifically apologised for sexual abuse by members of the clergy. He says offenders should be brought to justice. But victims and campaigners say the Catholic church in Australia is still trying to cover up abuse cases. They're calling for an open and accountable system for investigating abuse claims, and better compensation. In short, they say words alone are not enough. SOUNDBITE: Anthony Foster, father of sex abuse victim, saying (English): "I recognise that the Pope used appropriate words in terms of adding in a little bit of his own thoughts, I recognise that. But this is only an apology,...
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