Carlo Acutis’ story stands out not only because he is the first millennial to be canonized but because he turned the tools of his generation into instruments of holiness. In a world where screens can easily distract us, Carlo shows that they can also lead us closer to heaven.
Carlo was fascinated by technology from an early age. He taught himself computer programming, video editing, and web design—skills many adults struggle to master. But his goal was not self-promotion or profit. At age 11, he began creating a website to document Eucharistic miracles from around the world. His work eventually became a traveling exhibition that has visited thousands of parishes, schools, and dioceses worldwide, drawing countless people into a deeper love for the Eucharist.
Carlo’s life reveals that sanctity does not mean rejecting the modern world but transforming it. He loved soccer, enjoyed playing video games, and watched comedies, yet he placed Christ at the center of everything he did. His friends noticed that he treated everyone with respect, stood up for bullied classmates, and reminded them to focus on what really matters. Carlo often said, “The Eucharist is my highway to heaven.” For him, technology was just another road sign pointing toward that same destination.
In our digital age, Carlo challenges us to examine how we use technology. Are we consuming content that nourishes our soul, or are we letting ourselves be numbed by endless scrolling? Are we creating online spaces that uplift others, or do we allow negativity to take over?
Carlo’s mission invites Catholics to take up their own “online apostolate.” This could mean sharing Scripture on social media, supporting others in online communities, or simply being intentional about the content we engage with. The internet is a powerful tool, and Carlo shows that it can be used to build bridges rather than walls, to share truth instead of confusion, to evangelize rather than distract.
As we approach his canonization, Carlo Acutis stands as a patron for a generation called to live their faith in pixels and posts, reminding us that even in a digital world, holiness is possible—and contagious.
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