Cardinal Parolin on Saint Carlo Acutis: Many ‘Touched by His Smile’ When They See His Photo

Cardinal Parolin on Saint 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, not Pope Leo XIV as the text seems to be incorrect.

Many, when they see his picture, are touched by his smile: Carlo spoke of Jesus above all with his radiant, luminous and smiling face.

Cardinal Parolin said in his homily, referencing St.

Author summary: Cardinal Parolin honors Saint Carlo Acutis.

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