Gori, Nicola
Carlo Acutis: The First Millennial Saint
- ISBN 13:
- 9781681929354
- author:
- Gori, Nicola
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Our Sunday Visitor
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13.8 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Religious, Religion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Carlo Acutis was a young man with a passion for life. He enjoyed playing soccer, video games, and the saxophone, and was known for his computer skills. However, what set him apart was his unwavering pursuit of holiness. He spent time teaching catechism classes, serving in soup kitchens, and attending daily Mass. His devotion to the Eucharist was particularly strong, and he even created a website to share stories of Eucharistic miracles. Carlo's love for the Eucharist inspired him to share his knowledge with others, and his website quickly gained attention from people around the world. Tragically, his life was cut short when he died at the age of 15. Despite his untimely death, Carlo's story has continued to inspire and spread across the globe. In 2018, Pope Francis declared him venerable, and his beatification was celebrated in 2020. His journey towards sainthood is ongoing, and his legacy continues to grow.