A Historic Canonisation at the Vatican

In a historic event, Carlo Acutis, the Italian teenager affectionately dubbed "God’s Influencer," is poised to become the very first millennial Catholic saint. This momentous canonisation ceremony is set to be led by Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square, drawing tens of thousands of worshippers this Sunday.

A Life Cut Short but a Legacy That Inspires

Carlo passed away in 2006 at just 15 years old after a brave battle with leukaemia. Born in London to Italian parents and raised in Milan, Carlo harnessed his coding skills to document miracles and share insights into the Catholic faith online—a true digital pioneer.

A Cyber-Apostle Who Cares

Known for his daily Mass attendance and compassionate nature, Carlo reached out to those in need, from bullied children to the homeless. His story resonated with Catholic youth around the globe and now positions him alongside revered figures like Francis of Assisi.

A Place of Pilgrimage

Carlo’s body rests in a glass-walled tomb in the picturesque city of Assisi, a famous pilgrimage site, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. His mother, Antonia Salzano, expressed that her son had a remarkable gift: the ability to see each person as unique and irreplaceable.

Miracles That Changed Lives

The Vatican has confirmed that Carlo has been credited with two miracles since his passing: the miraculous healing of a Brazilian child with a serious pancreatic condition and the recovery of a Costa Rican student who suffered an accident.

Pope Francis: Champion of Carlo's Cause

The late Pope Francis was a fervent advocate for Carlo’s sainthood, believing his life could inspire young Catholics amidst the challenges of modern digital culture. In a 2019 document, he highlighted how Carlo adeptly utilized technology to spread the Gospel and uphold values amidst consumerism.

A Message for the Digital Age

Pope Leo XIV, who will officiate the ceremony, is continuing this vision, recognizing that technology—and particularly artificial intelligence—presents both an opportunity and a challenge for humanity.

A Digital Sanctuary for the Faithful

Carlo’s lasting tech legacy is a website dedicated to Eucharistic miracles, featuring 196 extraordinary events associated with the Catholic Eucharist, fostering faith and curiosity among believers, and now available in nearly 20 languages.

A New Era of Saints Begins

Mark your calendars for this unprecedented moment in Catholic history as the Church officially welcomes a new saint born in the age of the internet—proof that faith and technology can indeed go hand in hand.