CARLO ACUTIS
DATE OF CANONIZATION IN ROME- APRIL 27, 2025
Carlo’s Message for Today’s Pilgrims
Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint, is set to be canonized on April 27, 2025, during the Jubilee of Teenagers in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City.
Born in London in 1991 and raised in Milan, Carlo was an ordinary teenager who loved playing soccer, video games, and spending time with friends. What set him apart was his extraordinary devotion to his faith. Carlo attended daily Mass, spent hours in Eucharistic Adoration, and had a deep love for the Blessed Mother.
He once said, "The Eucharist is my highway to heaven," a simple yet profound testament to his unwavering belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. This devotion became the foundation of his mission to share the beauty of Catholicism with the world.
Carlo recognized the power of technology and used it to evangelize. He created a website cataloging Eucharistic miracles from around the world, making these miraculous events accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds. His work is a reminder that technology, when used for good, can be a powerful tool for spreading the Gospel.
To explore Carlo’s website and learn more about Eucharistic miracles, visit miracolieucaristici.org.
Carlo’s effort wasn’t just about sharing information; it was about inviting people to deepen their faith and recognize the Eucharist as the true source of life.
Carlo’s life reminds us that sainthood isn’t reserved for the extraordinary. It’s about living each day with love, simplicity, and devotion to God. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a busy parent, or a student juggling responsibilities, Carlo’s example shows that we can all find holiness in our own way.
Here are three practical ways to follow Carlo’s example:
Cultivate a Eucharistic devotion. Make time for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and prayer.
Use your gifts to serve God. Like Carlo, find ways to use your talents—whether in technology, art, or service—to spread faith and kindness.
Be joyful in your faith. Carlo’s happiness and love for life were contagious. Strive to share that same joy with those around you.
Carlo Acutis is a saint for our times. He reminds us that even in a fast-paced, digital world, we can remain anchored in Christ. His life challenges us to consider: How are we using our time and talents to glorify God? What legacy of faith will we leave behind?
Carlo’s story is an invitation to holiness for all of us. Let’s take his example to heart and use the tools at our disposal to shine the light of Christ into the world.