Francisco, in the blessing Urbi and Orbi: let's open our hearts to the poor, the unemployed and the marginalized

"Let us open our hearts to the needs of the needy, the defenseless, the poor, the unemployed, the marginalized, those who knock on our door in search of bread, a refuge or the recognition of their dignity", Francisco asked.

In his message, the pope also referred to the political crisis of Venezuela and he asked the authorities of the Bolivarian country "to take concrete measures to remedy the divisions and give the people the help they need".

For his part, the Sovereign Pontiff mentioned the conflict in Nicaragua and asked "Find as quickly as possible a peaceful and negotiated solution for the benefit of all."

Francisco also reminded the victims of the attacks on Catholic churches and hotels Sri Lanka and expressed dismay at the attacks that left at least 185 dead and 500 wounded.

Finally, the pope invited world leaders to make Jesus Christ "builders of bridges and not walls". May he who gives us his peace, stop the roar of weapons in war zones and in our cities, and encourage the leaders of nations to work to end the arms race and the worrying proliferation of arms, especially in the most economically advanced countries. "