Honoring the young digital pioneer ahead of his canonization on September 7, 2025, which will also mark Pope Leo XIV’s first canonization ceremony.
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- Born in London, raised in Milan
Carlo Acutis was born on May 3, 1991, in London to Italian parents, and they relocated to Milan a few months later. - A devout teen with a digital gift
From a young age, Carlo displayed deep Catholic faith, especially a love for the Eucharist—and he was a whiz with code. At just 11–12 years old, he created a website cataloguing Eucharistic miracles and Marian apparitions. - “God’s influencer” before the term existed
The Church often calls him “God’s influencer,” a millennial who used modern media for evangelization and is recognized as the first millennial saint. - Lifetime of quiet devotion, sudden illness
Though raised by non-devout parents, Carlo’s faith was contagious. Tragically, he was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia in October 2006 and died just days later on October 12, aged 15. - A blessing to the world via suffering
Even in his last days, Carlo offered his suffering “for the Pope and for the Church”—a selfless plea demonstrating his spiritual maturity. - Miracles paved his path to sainthood
Two official miracles attributed to Carlo’s intercession paved his journey: healing a child in Brazil and a Costa Rican woman recovering from brain trauma after visiting his tomb. - Beatified in 2020, with style
He was beatified by Pope Francis on October 10, 2020, in Assisi—a moment when many showed a rekindled interest in his life as a model for youth. - Canonization originally set for Spring
Carlo’s canonization was initially scheduled for April 27, 2025, during the Jubilee of Teenagers. The death of Pope Francis on April 21 led to a postponement. - Final date set—September 7
His canonization has now been officially rescheduled for September 7, 2025, where he will be elevated alongside Pier Giorgio Frassati. This will be Pope Leo XIV’s first canonization ceremony. - Resting in Assisi—a pilgrim magnet
Carlo’s remains lie in a glass tomb at the Sanctuary of the Spoliation (Santa Maria Maggiore) in Assisi. Pilgrims—especially young people—visit in droves, sometimes virtually, drawn to his modern, relatable witness.
Why Carlo Acutis Matters Today
- Bridging tech and faith: Carlo exemplifies how digital tools can serve lasting spiritual purposes.
- Youth liturgist: His love for the Eucharist resonates deeply with peers searching for authenticity.
- A modern saint for modern times: His life story speaks powerfully to a generation fluent in screens but searching for meaning.
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