Vatican City, Oct 8, 2018 / 08:30 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Archbishop Charles J. Scicluna of Malta said that while the youth synod is not ignoring the sexual abuse crisis, Catholics looking for thorough answers should wait for a February 2019 meeting of bishops.

He also commented on the effectiveness of Pope Francis’ voice on the abuse issue, saying to those losing trust in the pontiff’s handling of abuse cases: “Give him time.”