Carlo Acutis to Be Canonized Sept. 7 With Pier Giorgio Frassati
In an unexpected move, the consistory also decided to move the date for Frassati’s canonization, which had been set for Aug. 3 during the Jubilee of Youth.
In an unexpected move, the consistory also decided to move the date for Frassati’s canonization, which had been set for Aug. 3 during the Jubilee of Youth.
“I am happy to die because I have lived my life without wasting a minute on those things that do not please God.” —Carlo Acutis
Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15, was known for his computer-programming skills, and love of the Eucharist and the Virgin Mary.
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