Pope Leo Set to Canonize Italian Teen as the First Saint of the Millennial Era This September
On September 7, the canonization of Carlo Acutis, the first Catholic saint of the millennial generation, will take place, as announced by Pope Leo. This event holds significance not only for the Church but for young people around the world.
Carlo, an Italian of British descent, passed away from leukaemia in 2006 at the tender age of 15. Originally scheduled for sainthood on April 27, the ceremony was postponed following the passing of Pope Francis.
Pope Leo revealed the new date during a recent meeting with cardinals…