Cardinals Gather to Choose Pope Francis’ Successor

Vatican analyst Reverend Tom Reese explains the challenges facing the over 130 cardinals who will have to gather next week to choose the next Pope. They are divided on issues such as the blessing of same-sex marriages, the handling of the sex abuse crisis and the role of women in the church.

But Reese is convinced that they will also look for someone who will respect the legacy of Pope Francis and attempt to continue his work. “We’re…