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Carlo Acutis, a London-born boy known for creating websites documenting miracles and his love of technology, is set to become the first millennial saint in a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo, after his canonisation was delayed due to Pope Francis's death. His life and miracles, including a woman’s cancer remission, have inspired many, and his canonisation aims to energize faith among young people.
Carlo Acutis, a UK-born computer prodigy who died at 15 from leukemia, is set to become the Catholic Church's first "millennial saint" after Pope Francis approved a second miracle attributed to him. Known as "God's influencer," Acutis developed websites to spread church teachings and documented global miracles. His canonisation follows two reported miraculous recoveries linked to his intercession.
Argentina's President Javier Milei and Pope Francis met for the first time at the canonisation of Argentina's first female saint, Mama Antula. The meeting comes amid political uncertainty and economic crisis in Argentina, with Milei advocating for drastic economic measures. The president, who had previously criticized the Pope, has softened his stance and is seeking to address the country's deep economic challenges.
Pope Francis canonises María Antonia de San José, also known as "Mama Antula," as Argentina's first female saint, describing her as a "wayfarer of the spirit" and a model of apostolic fervour and audacity. Mama Antula, a laywoman in the 18th century, dedicated herself to spreading Jesuit spirituality throughout Argentina after the Jesuit order was expelled. The canonisation Mass took place in St Peter’s Basilica, attended by thousands, including Argentina's newly-elected president. The Pope also emphasized the importance of healing marginalization and prejudice, drawing parallels to the Gospel's account of Jesus healing a leper.
Pope Francis welcomes pilgrims from Argentina for the canonisation of Blessed Maria Antonia of Saint Joseph de Paz y Figueroa, known as Mama Antula, praising her unshakeable holiness driven by trust in God and perseverance. He highlights her devotion to Saint Joseph and love for the Eucharist, urging the faithful to imitate her and bear witness to her teachings, emphasizing the importance of trust, abandonment, and perseverance in the path of holiness.