Carlo Acutis was initially set to be canonized by the late Pope Francis in April, but the ceremony was postponed due to the Pope’s death on April 21.
Now, Pope Leo XIV has announced that the first Millennial saint will be canonized in the coming weeks. Earlier this month, during his first public consistory since being elected in May, the new Pope officially approved the canonization of eight individuals, including Carlo Acutis.
Acutis, who was born in London to Italian parents, spent most of his life in Milan. He was known for his strong faith and commitment to the Catholic Church, as well as his efforts to support those in need.
The teenager received his first communion as he was seven and regularly donated money to the poor as a child.