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By: Newstalk ZB staff

The Bishop of a Christchurch church which was defrauded by one of it’ priests says it is extremely sad for all involved.

Father John Fitzmaurice was sentenced to two years and three months in prison for defrauding the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament of more than $150,000.

He had been a priest there for 34 years.

Bishop Barry Jones says the church has continued to support him.