Pope Francis canonized the first millennial saint: who he became.

Carlo Acutis became the first saint among millennials

According to The Sun: London teenager Carlo Acutis, who died at the age of 15, became the first saint of the millennial generation, receiving canonization due to numerous miracles attributed to him.

Carlo, who passed away from leukemia in 2006, was canonized during an important ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV, gathering tens of thousands of believers.

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Among other canonized in the ceremony was also Pier Giorgio Frassati, another popular Italian who passed away young. The event was attended by 36 cardinals, 270 bishops, and hundreds of priests.

Canonization Process

Pope Francis approved Carlo's canonization last year after confirming the second miracle attributed to him. Now he stands on par with saints like Mother Teresa and Francis of Assisi.

Pope Leo XIV, announcing the first canonization during his pontificate, emphasized that both young saints are examples of holiness and support for those in need.

“All of you, all of us together, are called to be saints,” the Pope addressed the faithful.

Among those present was a Catholic who noted: “We are very happy to be here, as Carlo and Pier Giorgio are examples of young people filled with God's grace, and we strive to follow in their footsteps.”

Miracles of Carlo Acutis

Carlo Acutis became known for numerous miracles recognized by the Vatican, including the healing of a 6-year-old boy with a rare pancreatic disease, which occurred after touching his relic.

A recognized miracle also happened with a woman from Costa Rica, who recovered after a severe head injury. The mother prayed at Carlo's tomb in Assisi, and the girl began to breathe on her own that same day.

Among other graces, he is also attributed with numerous cases of healing people who turned to him in prayer.

Who is the 'God's Influencer'?

• “God's Influencer,” Carlo Acutis, was born in London in 1991.
• Carlo later moved to Milan with his Italian parents.
• From the age of three, he constantly asked his parents to visit churches.
• He had a great love for helping the poor.
• He created a website to document all known Eucharistic miracles.
• Carlo died from leukemia in 2006, and his burial in 2019 attracted a huge number of people.
• Carlo's canonization marked him as the first “millennial saint.”
• Two miracles recognized by the Vatican formed the basis for his beatification.

Carlo Acutis became a symbol of faith and hope for young people. His story inspires people around the world, reminding us of the possibility of holiness in modern life. Now, after his canonization, he is worshiped not only in Italy but far beyond, as a role model among young Catholics.