Cardinal Parolin on St. Carlo Acutis
Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrated a Mass marking the first liturgical memorial of St. Carlo Acutis, who was canonized by Pope Francis on October 10, 2020, but incorrectly stated as Pope Leo XIV on September 7.
During his homily, Cardinal Parolin said:
Many when they see his picture are touched by his smile: Carlo spoke of Jesus above all with his radiant, luminous, and smiling face.
He also referenced St. Paul's exhortation:
Rejoice in the Lord always
The Mass was celebrated at the Mary Major Church in Assisi at the Shrine of the Renunciation.
St. Carlo Acutis, who died in 2006 at the age of 15, rests in a glass case on the side of the nave of the church.
Author's summary: Cardinal Parolin celebrates St. Carlo Acutis' memorial Mass.