Carlo Acutis, a teenager born in London and raised in Milan, is poised to become the first saint of the Millennial generation. Renowned for his profound Catholic faith and his empathy towards the less fortunate, Acutis earned the title “God’s influencer” for his innovative use of technology to disseminate religious teachings. Throughout his youth, he consistently contributed to charitable causes and prepared meals for the homeless.
Acutis was originally slated for canonization on April 27 by Pope Francis; however, the ceremony was delayed following the Pope’s passing. The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has now sanctioned his sainthood this month during his inaugural public consistory, affirming Acutis as one of eight individuals to be canonized.
The young man succumbed to leukemia in 2006 at the tender age of 15. Since his passing, he has been attributed with two miracles. In Brazil, a two-year-old boy suffering from a congenital disorder was reportedly healed after a priest made contact with him using Acutis’ clothing. His mother had sought divine intervention through prayer.
The second miracle was witnessed when a woman from Costa Rica, Valeria Valverde, experienced recovery from a severe brain hemorrhage after her mother prayed at Acutis’ coffin. Medical professionals later verified her complete recovery, which lacked any medical explanation.
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Since his death, Acutis’ body has been preserved at the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Italy. His canonization, which has been underway for nearly two decades, is scheduled for September 7. He will be canonized alongside Pier Giorgio Frassati, another young Catholic who dedicated his life to assisting others. Acutis’ narrative represents a connection between traditional beliefs and contemporary faith in the digital era.