What in the World The video gamer who became a Catholic saint
Oct 23, 2025
In this engaging conversation, BBC journalist Chelsea Coates delves into the life of Carlo Acutis, the Catholic Church's first millennial saint. She discusses how Carlo blended his love for gaming and tech with his faith, earning the title of 'God's influencer.' Coates explains the intricate canonisation process, sharing insights on the miracles attributed to Carlo and the burgeoning interest from young Catholics. The dialogue reveals how social media is reshaping modern devotion, making saints more accessible and relatable to today's youth.
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Tech-Savvy Teen Who Spread Faith Online
- Carlo Acutis combined gaming, coding and faith during his short life to spread Catholic teaching online.
- He died aged 15 in 2006 but used technology and charity work to engage people with his faith.
Canonisation Is A Rigorous Evidence Process
- The canonisation process is rigorous and resembles a court case with evidence, testimony and medical documents.
- Causes are assessed by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints to judge if someone is a global role model.
Rule Change Opened Path For Recent Saints
- The waiting period to open a cause fell from 50 years to five years after 1983, accelerating modern canonisations.
- That change helps explain why a millennial like Carlo could be canonised now.