Latest: Pope hopeful World Meeting of Families will bring 'encouragement to families everywhere'

Latest: Pope Francis has said he hopes the World Meeting of Families will bring "renewed encouragement to families everywhere".

Update: 7.15pmPope Francis has said he hopes the World Meeting of Families will bring "renewed encouragement to families everywhere".

In a video message relased ths evening ahead of his visit to Ireland Pope Francis said he is "excited" about his return to Ireland.