Editor's Note: This article was written by Ed Robinson.
It was an announcement unlike any we've seen in nearly 600 years.
On Monday Pope Benedict XVI said he will be the first pontiff since Gregory XII in 1415 to step down.
The conclave of cardinals will meet in Rome after Benedict steps down on Feb. 28, to elect a new pope.
There has already been much speculation about who Benedict's successor will be. But we want to know what you feel is the most important issue facing the new pope.
What should the new pontiff address first, and why?
Let us know in the comment section below.
Sound Off: What the Next Pope Faces
For the second time in less than a decade, cardinals will gather in Rome to elect a new pope. What is the most important issue facing area Catholics?
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Joe Targove June 16, 2013 at 08:14 am
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Mickey June 10, 2013 at 08:25 am
Natalie. I am so sorry to read this. I too have a little 5 yr. old dog who I love desperately...…Read More and I feel your pain. There is another website for an organization that does an amazing job finding lost pets. It's LOSTMYDOGGIE.COM There is a small fee, but they get signs up all over the area and have a phone system set up where everyone in the area of where she was lost gets a PHONE CALL ALERT message to watch for Molly. They leave a phone number and their website address so if anyone has seen her or has her they know where to call. Great system! Check it out! I've never used them, but I HAVE received calls myself recently on 2 separate lost dogs and I've seen the many photos they hung up in my area in Levittown for dogs lost within a few miles of this area. In other words, they DO what they say they will do to help find Molly. Just want you to know what is out there to help you bring Molly home. My grandkids go to school around Grand and Camp Ave. We'll be watching for her! God Bless and good luck! I'm sure she will be returned to you real soon!!
Natalie Molloy June 10, 2013 at 10:14 am
Molly is actually not my dog , however I understandthe feeling of losing a dog and thought it would…Read More be a good idea to post on the Patch.