MILLENNIAL SAINT
First church in India dedicated to teen saint Carlo Acutis consecrated in Kerala's Palikkara
On the day Carlo Acutis was canonised, a church dedicated to the "millennial saint" opened in Palikkara, near Kochi. Varapuzha Archbishop Joseph Kalathiparambil initiated the church for the new generation, completed in a few months and houses relics of the saint. The church will hold prayers every Tuesday and Sunday for around 140 families.
From coding to canonization: The extraordinary life of Carlo Acutis
Carlo Acutis, a 15-year-old computer enthusiast, was declared the first millennial saint for his use of technology to spread the Catholic faith. Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006, was canonized alongside Pier Giorgio Frassati, an anti-fascist who served the poor.
Young saint - Who is Carlo Acutis, the first millennial set to be canonized this Sunday?
Carlo Acutis, often known as “God’s Influencer,” is poised to become the first millennial saint after the Vatican recognition of two miracles connected to his intercession. Born in London in 1991 and raised in Milan, Carlo was admired for his faith, devotion, and technology. He attended daily mass, supported the homeless, and made a website documenting Eucharistic miracles.
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Carlo Acutis set to become world's first millennial saint, elevating him to the same level as Mother Teresa
Carlo Acutis, a millennial teen who used his tech skills to spread faith, will soon be canonized as a saint. Despite his extraordinary devotion, his mother emphasizes he was a typical teenager. Acutis, who died of leukemia at 15, is entombed in Assisi, drawing large crowds. Known for reported miracles, Acutis inspires young believers with his joyful faith.
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Out of touch: Pierre Poilievre under fire for biological clock comment; Canadians say it’s no surprise his popularity among women is tanking
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How JD Vance found his way to the Catholic church
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Who was 'God's influencer and will now become first Millenial saint? Know about Blessed Carlo Acutis, who died at 15
Blessed Carlo Acutis was an Italian teenager who died of Cancer at the age of 15. He was beatified in 2020 and has been canonized in 2024. He will become the first Millenial saint in 2025. He was known as "God's influencer."
'God's influencer' UK teen Carlo Acutis set to become Catholic Church's first millennial saint
Carlo Acutis, a UK-born teenager who died of leukemia in 2006, is set to become the Catholic Church's first millennial saint. Known as "God's influencer," Acutis used his tech skills to spread the church's teachings online. His path to sainthood was marked by two miracles, including a Brazilian boy's recovery from a rare disease and a university student's miraculous recovery after a brain injury. Pope Francis approved these miracles, paving the way for Acutis' canonisation.
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