Hello and welcome to this week’s Vaticano Updates – the most important news from the Holy Father and the Vatican.

Top 1) Message for Migrants and Refugees

In his message for the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis stated that encountering a migrant is akin to encountering Christ. He urged support and solidarity for the millions of refugees forced to leave their homes. The World Day of Migrants and Refugees will be celebrated on September 24, with the theme "God Walks with His People."

Top 2) Consecrated Life is an ‘Immense Gift’