Pope Francis clears the way for first millennial saint
Carlo Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006, will become the first saint of his generation
The Vatican announced Thursday that Pope Francis had attributed a second miracle to Acutis, clearing the way for his canonization.
Acutis was born in London in 1991 to Italian parents. He was diagnosed with leukemia in 2006 and died just a few months later, at the age of 15.
Acutis was a devout Catholic who was known for his love of the Eucharist and his work with the poor. He also had a passion for computers and technology, and he used his skills to create websites about Eucharistic miracles and the lives of the saints.
In 2010, Acutis was beatified by Pope Benedict XVI. The Vatican announced Thursday that Pope Francis had attributed a second miracle to Acutis, clearing the way for his canonization.
Acutis's canonization is expected to take place in 2023. He will become the first millennial saint, and his story is sure to inspire young people around the world.
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