Hermosa Beach: Share Your Thoughts About the New Pope

Now that the conclave has announced the new head of the Catholic church, Hermosa Beach Patch wants to know what you think about the choice.

Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina, who will be known as Pope Francis, led a prayer at the Vatican shortly after the announcement was made Wednesday afternoon.

The televised event marked a new beginning for the Catholic church.

Tell Patch: In what direction should Pope Francis take the church?

Catholics: What is your wish for your faith in this new chapter?