Pope Has Gained the Insight To Address Abuse, Aides Say. (cover story)

BENEDICT XVI, Pope, 1927-2022; CHILD sexual abuse; CATHOLIC clergy -- Sexual behavior; CHILD sexual abuse by clergy; CATHOLIC Church & social problems; CATHOLIC Church

Looks at the role of Pope Benedict XVI in the investigation of child sexual abuse by Catholic priests. Report that the Pope took a wide responsibility for the investigation in his former role as Cardinal; Impact of multiple cases of child sex abuse on the Catholic Church worldwide; Claim that the reaction of church leadership to cases of sexual abuse drew criticism from victims and their advocates in the U.S.; Report that many Catholics are hopeful that Pope Benedict XVI will have a positive impact on the scandal of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church.