Canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati
According to Vatican news, Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati will be canonized together on September 7th.
Facts
Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati
- An early twentieth century saint
- Known as Man of the Beatitudes by Saint John Paul II
- Brought comfort and happiness to those suffering, hungry, thirsty, or in need.
- Died at the age of 24 from polio on July 4, 1925.
- Significant global patron for youth, young adults, athletes, and “ordinary people” – and has a special place in the hearts of many young people across the United States and around the world. His example of Gospel living continues to inspire people a century after his death (Usccb).
- Learn more about him at FrassatiUSA.
- Watch Get to know him.
Blessed Carlo Acutis
- The first twenty-first century saint
- Known as a Saint for Young People Today
- Created a website to share Eucharistic Miracles around the world
- Died from leukemia at age 15 on October 12, 2006.
- Modeled good use of technology by using it for evangelization and the glory of God.
