Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Carlo Acutis, First Millennial Saint, Canonized by Pope Leo XIV
Carlo Acutis, a teenager from London who used the internet to share Catholic teachings, has been declared a saint.
Baptized in London, he was known as "God's influencer" for creating websites about Catholic miracles.
He died of leukaemia at age 15.
Two miracles were attributed to him: one involving a woman with breast cancer.
Pope Leo XIV led the canonization ceremony after Pope Francis approved it.
Acutis' story is meant to inspire younger Catholics.
Carlo Acutis was canonized by Pope Leo XIV.
Acutis was known for using the internet to share Catholic teachings.
He died of leukemia at age 15 in 2006.
Two miracles were linked to Acutis, leading to his canonization.
The Vatican hopes his story will inspire younger Catholics.
- Who
- Carlo Acutis
- What
- Canonized as a Saint
- When
- September 7, 2025
- Where
- Vatican City
- Why
- Recognition of his faith and service
- Name
- Carlo Acutis
- Known For
- Sharing Catholic teaching online
- Age at Death
- 15
- Cause of Death
- Leukaemia
- Nationality
- Italian
- Canonization Date
- September 7
- Canonized by
- Pope Leo XIV
Sources
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