A police operation was underway after 7:10 p.m. local time on Monday, the New South Wales Police Force said in a statement.
The police said that “a number of people were stabbed,” but that none of them had suffered life-threatening injuries.
The Australian news media reported that there were four victims, including a religious leader.
Cries and screams can be heard from others in the church.
“A large police response is underway, and the public is urged to avoid the area,” the police said.
Persons:
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, “
Organizations:
New South Wales Police Force, Good Shepherd, Bishop
Locations:
Sydney, Australia, Wakeley, “