In an inspiring story that blends faith and technology, the Catholic Church is set to canonize Carlo Acutis, a teenager who used his programming skills to spread the message of God. Carlo, who passed away from leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15, is remembered for his creation of a website documenting miracles. His work, which continues to inspire people worldwide, has earned him the title of the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint.
Archbishop Nelson Perez of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia praised Acutis’ dedication, noting that his deep faith and technological talents have led many to refer to him as the “patron saint of the internet.” “He’s taken the world by storm,” Perez said. “A young 15-year-old captured the imagination of the world.”
Born in Italy, Acutis developed a strong devotion to the Catholic Church from an early age. By age 7, he was attending daily mass and even inspired his parents to reconnect with their faith. His passion for the Eucharist, which Catholics believe represents God’s presence, drove him to create an online platform where he documented and shared miracles, reaching countless individuals worldwide.
After his death, prayers to Acutis began to spread, and miraculous healings were reported. For sainthood, the Catholic Church requires two recognized miracles. Acutis’ first miracle was the healing of a young man in Brazil who had a severe brain injury after touching one of Acutis’ shirts. The second miracle involved a child with a malformed pancreas who recovered the ability to eat after praying to Acutis.
Now, the boy known as “God’s influencer” is on the path to sainthood, a recognition of all he achieved in his short life. Archbishop Perez spoke about the devotion that has grown around Acutis, saying, “A sense of devotion developed around this young, wonderful life after he passed.”
Carlo Acutis’ canonization not only honors his faith but also his ability to bridge the gap between religion and technology, offering a unique example of how modern tools can be used to spread spiritual messages.
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