The Vatican had a myriads of problem at hand. The sex scandal though the hottest issue in the Pope's visit, was quite well-defined in terms of right and wrong. The Pope apologized in order to restore the faith of the Church's followers and the tarnished image. The implication from this may be a more open investigation of the priests involved and possibly contemplates compensation to the victims. The other contentious issues are celibacy, use of condoms and contraceptives, woman priesthood. |