The Beautiful Life of Saint Carlo Acutis by Marie Maillard and Jean-Baptiste Maillard Wedding and protector of the Holy

and protector of the Holy Church—there is one title that stands out which is quietly absent from his litany: the man closest to Christ

visits to the convent

he shows us how to satisfy our spiritual hunger

The devotion originated in the 17th century when the French nun

Praying angel garden statue: rose design on gown

The Beautiful Life of Saint Carlo Acutis by Marie Maillard and Jean-Baptiste Maillard Wedding and protector of the HolyWho was Carlo Acutis? A fun loving Italian teenager. Like any other boy his age, he adored pets, spent time with friends, and played soccer and video games. What set Carlo apart was his great love for Jesus, which spread joy and hope to everyone he met. Twenty true and inspiring stories bring Carlos short but extraordinary life to light. Though he passed away in 2006 from a sudden illness, his faith continues to touch hearts worldwide. Canonized in