07/09/2025
✝️ HABEMUS NOVOS SANCTOS ✝️
Today’s Celebration: Two New Saints for the Modern World
Canonized on September 7, 2025, by Pope Leo XIV:
1️⃣ St. Carlo Acutis (1991–2006) Known as the “Millennial Saint” and “Patron of the Internet.” Carlo united his love for technology with deep Eucharistic devotion, creating a global online catalogue of Eucharistic miracles. He died at just 15 from leukaemia, leaving behind an inspiring witness of youthful holiness.
2️⃣ St. Pier Giorgio Frassati (1901–1925) A vibrant layman from Turin, he lived with contagious joy, dedicating himself to the poor, justice, and faith. A mountaineer and activist, he is now honored as Patron of Youth and Students.
Why This Matters to Us (Especially the Youth & Students)
As St. Thomas Aquinas reminds us in “Teaching, Becoming a Saint, Growing in Virtue”—
➡️ We are all called to sainthood, not by perfection, but by growing in virtue and friendship with God.
St. Carlo Acutis shows us that faith and digital culture can go hand in hand—your tech passion can serve Christ.
St. Pier Giorgio Frassati teaches us that service, prayer, and joy can coexist beautifully and inspire the world.
A Message to the Youth and to All of Us
Dear friends, especially young people: You too can be a saint.
Your studies, friendships, hobbies, and daily choices are all opportunities for holiness.
Let Carlo and Pier Giorgio inspire you to live authentically for Christ, right where you are.
Let us strive to:
✅ Grow in virtue
✅ Serve with joy
✅ Witness the Gospel in everyday life
🙏 Saints Carlo Acutis & Pier Giorgio Frassati, pray for us!