Sancto Subito!
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Since his beatification in 2015, Blessed Carlo Acutis always had a special place of prominence in our parish (there’s a picture of him between the two pope statues and our cry room is named after him). Born in 1991 to not particularly devoted parents, he developed a fervent love for Jesus in the Eucharist at a very young age. After making his first communion at the age of seven, Carlo made it a priority to attend Mass every day. Talking with him and relating to Carlo is what made him extraordinary because he was just a regular kid. He was a great friend, enjoyed volunteering, and loved computers, soccer, and playing video games. His devotion to the Eucharist not only converted his parents but led him to create an online documentation of all the Eucharistic Miracles that have ever taken place. He did so in such a way that the portal could be downloaded as an exhibit for public display and visitation. I had the privilege of attending one last year and it was outstanding. Carlo died of leukemia at the age of fifteen, yet he had the faith of a lifetime.
On May 23, 2024, Pope Francis officially announced the validation of a second miracle through Carlo’s intercession, which means that he will be canonized a saint as soon as this October (his feast day is October 12th) or during the Church’s jubilee year in 2025. This makes Carlo the FIRST millennial saint. I know I never thought I’d see a picture of a saint in jeans and soccer shoes! What an inspiration to millennials like me and our young people!! On the surface though, what did Carlo really do that was so “saint worthy?” He once said, “All people are born as originals but many die as photocopies.” His life wasn’t extraordinary, but he lived it for the one who is— Jesus. He loved Jesus in all the things he did. And that friends, is the whole point. As we approach this Corpus Christi weekend, may we be inspired by our future saint among the Named to do the same!! Blessed Carlo, pray for us! ~ Sara
THis is the actual website carlo created that is evangelizing the world to this day!