Pope Leo XIV Faces Global Challenges, Church Scandals

Pope Leo XIV's papacy begins at a critical juncture for the Catholic Church. He inherits a Church grappling with the fallout from decades of sex abuse scandals, requiring him to implement and enforce policies to ensure accountability and prevent future abuse. Beyond internal matters, Pope Leo XIV faces a world beset by geopolitical tensions, economic instability, and environmental concerns. The Church's stance on these issues, and its ability to offer guidance and support to communities affected by them, will be closely scrutinized. He must also address declining church attendance in some regions and strive to maintain the Church's influence on global affairs.