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Teen Proclaimed 'God's Influencer' to Become Saint
Church to Recognize Second Intercessory Miracle
Pope Francis has recognized a second miracle attributed to the intercession of Carlo Acutis, an Italian teenager who earned the nickname 'God's influencer' and is set to become the Catholic Church's first saint born in the 21st century.
CNA Staff - May 23, 2024, 15:21 pm
Acutis, born in London on May 3, 1991, and died in Monza, Italy, on October 12, 2006, was known for his devotion to the Eucharist, frequent reception of the sacraments, and love for the poor.
In 2020, Pope Francis recognized a first miracle attributed to Acutis' intercession, opening the way for him to be beatified. The second recognized miracle, according to the Vatican, is the healing of a Brazilian boy suffering from a rare pancreatic disease.
Acutis' path to sainthood has been closely followed by young Catholics around the world, who see in him a model of sanctity for the digital age.
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