Pope Francis Recognizes Miracle for Blessed Carlo Acutis, Paving the Way for Canonization as Saint

Pope Francis Recognizes Miracle, Paving the Way for Canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — In a historic move, Pope Francis has formally recognized a miracle attributed to Blessed Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old Italian teenager who will become the first “millennial” to be declared a saint. The pope signed decrees advancing the sainthood causes of Blessed Acutis and several other individuals, setting the stage for their canonization.

Blessed Carlo Acutis, born in London in 1991 to Italian parents, was known for his remarkable devotion to Jesus and the Eucharist. Despite his young age, he dedicated his life to serving others, volunteering at a soup kitchen, helping the poor, and assisting children in need. He also used his computer skills to create an online database of Eucharistic miracles around the world.

Tragically, Blessed Acutis was diagnosed with leukemia at the age of 15 and passed away in 2006. However, his legacy lived on, inspiring countless individuals with his unwavering faith and commitment to God.

The pope’s recognition of a miracle attributed to Blessed Acutis’ intercession underscores his continued influence and impact on the faithful. The miraculous recovery of a young woman in Florence, Italy, following a serious head injury, has been attributed to Blessed Acutis’ prayers.

Pope Francis has praised Blessed Acutis for his dedication to prayer, witness, and charity, urging young people to learn from his example. The upcoming canonization of Blessed Acutis and other future saints is a testament to the power of faith and the enduring legacy of those who have lived their lives in service to others.

The story of Blessed Carlo Acutis serves as a powerful reminder of the impact that one individual can have on the world, even at a young age. His canonization will be a momentous occasion for the Catholic Church and a source of inspiration for believers around the globe.