Handled the sex scandal in particular. Reporter there are several contenders but no clear front runner. Who among this body has the qualifications, the characteristics, the spiritual gifts to fill that chair. Reporter Pope Benedict appointed half the cardinals that will choose his successor. The vatican hopes to have a new pope by easter at the end of the month. At the vatican, anna batangra. Angelo scola, and Cardinal Mark polet, are in the running. The popes decision stunned the local catholic community. Rochelle richie has reaction from catholics and the arch bishop. Reporter this news is very unexpected and many parisheners is very surprised. Parishioner are stunned that Pope Benedict is stepping down. The only thing im thinking is he may be sick. Reporter its been more than 600 years since the pope has resigned. This afternoon at the archdiocese, arch bishop lori is thanking the pope for his nine years of service. The arch bishop says that the pope was on his mind. His holiness ex