The Story London’s teenage saint - the Sunday Story
Sep 7, 2025
Kaya Burgess, a religious affairs correspondent and science reporter at The Times, introduces us to Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint. The discussion dives into the meticulous process the Vatican uses to verify miracles, likening it to an FBI investigation. Listeners learn about Carlo's life, his significant impact on modern faith, and the canonization rituals, including how his body was preserved. Kaya also shares touching insights into a mother's dream tied to miraculous events, prompting reflections on faith in today's context.
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How The Vatican Verifies Miracles
- The Vatican's Dicastery for the Causes of Saints investigates reported healings with medical interviews and records review.
- They aim to determine if a recovery is inexplicable by science before declaring it a miracle.
Carlo's Early Life And Death
- Carlo Acutis was born in London in 1991, moved to Milan young, and died of leukemia aged 15.
- His calm faith in hospital and early devotion prompted people to pray to him after his death.
Early Devotion And Charity
- Carlo, as a child, wanted to 'say hello to Jesus' and began daily Mass and Eucharistic adoration.
- He organized donations and helped homeless people with practical advice and support.
