Saints
St. Carlo Acutis
Carlo Acutis The Patron of the Internet and Youth
Note. Blessed Carlo Acutis will be canonized on April 27, 2025.
Carlo Acutis exemplifies how faith, technology, and youthful enthusiasm can harmoniously blend to evangelize and inspire. Carlo’s life, though brief, was marked by an extraordinary zeal for God, a profound devotion to the Eucharist, and an unyielding desire to share his faith with others.
Early Life and Family Background
Carlo was born on May 3, 1991 in the Portland Clinic in London to Italian parents, Andrea and Antonia Acutis, who were temporarily residing in the city for work. On May 18, 1991, he received the Sacrament of Baptism at Our Lady of Dolours Church. Shortly after, on September 8, 1991, the family relocated to Milan, Italy, where Carlo would spend the remainder of his life.
From an early age, Carlo exhibited a precocious and curious nature. Despite his parents’ lukewarm practice of the faith at the time, Carlo displayed an innate spiritual sensitivity. His maternal grandparents, devout Catholics, were influential in his religious upbringing.
By the age of three, Carlo began showing an unusual interest in sacred objects and religious practices. He frequently asked to visit churches and showed an innate love for the Virgin Mary. Recognizing their son’s spiritual inclination, Carlo’s parents began to grow in their own faith, largely inspired by his example.
Education and Spiritual Development
In 1995, Carlo attended the local Parco Pagani nursery school in Milan. In September 1997, he started primary school at the San Carlo Institute; three months later, for practical reasons, he was moved to the Tommaseo Institute, run by the Sisters of Saint Marcellina, where he remained for his primary and lower secondary education.
On June 16, 1998, in Perego, he received his First Holy Communion at the Convent of the Romite Sisters of Saint Ambrose. This event marked a pivotal moment in his life. From that day forward, the Eucharist became the “highway to heaven,” as he famously called it. He attended daily Mass, spent hours in Eucharistic Adoration, and regularly recited the Rosary. These practices were not imposed upon him but arose from his deep personal conviction and love for Christ.
On May 24, 2003, Carlo received the Sacrament of Confirmation in his parish church, Santa Maria Segreta. In September 2005, he began classical high school at the Jesuit Fathers’ Leo XIII Institute.
The Cyber Apostle
Carlo had a natural affinity for technology. From a young age, he mastered programming, web design, and video editing—skills he later used to spread the Gospel. Combining his technological prowess with his love for the Eucharist, Carlo undertook an ambitious project: documenting and creating an online catalog of Eucharistic miracles recognized by the Church.
The Eucharistic Miracles Project
Carlo Acutis’ love for the Eucharist was the cornerstone of his spiritual life. Inspired by his profound belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, Carlo dedicated himself to spreading awareness about this central mystery of the Catholic faith. Recognizing the potential of technology as a tool for evangelization, he decided to create an online catalog of Eucharistic miracles—events where the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist was made manifest in extraordinary ways.
Carlo began his work at just 11 years old, using his self-taught skills in computer programming, graphic design, and web development. Over the span of four years, he meticulously researched and documented Eucharistic miracles from around the world, compiling information from Church-approved sources. His website, which remains active today, showcases over 136 Eucharistic miracles spanning centuries and continents.
Each entry on the website includes detailed descriptions, photographs, maps, and historical contexts of the miracles. Carlo ensured that the content was presented in an engaging, accessible way, making it suitable for both young audiences and adults. His goal was to ignite a deeper love for the Eucharist and encourage people to receive this sacrament with faith and reverence.
Carlo’s project quickly gained recognition within the Catholic community. The Vatican took notice, and his work inspired a traveling exhibition on Eucharistic miracles. This exhibition has been displayed in thousands of parishes, schools, and conferences across the globe, fostering a renewed devotion to the Eucharist among countless people.
The website not only highlighted the scientific and historical details of these miracles but also presented them in a manner accessible to all ages. Carlo’s work fostered a renewed appreciation for the Eucharist. You can view the project here.
In Carlo’s own words:
“The more Eucharist we receive, the more we will become like Jesus, so that on this earth we will have a foretaste of heaven.”
Carlo’s friends and peers often described him as a “digital missionary.” Though deeply immersed in the digital age, he was never consumed by it. He used social media and technology as tools to evangelize, reminding his generation that holiness was not reserved for priests and religious but was attainable by everyone, even in modern, ordinary life.
Carlo believed that modern tools like the internet could be powerful means of evangelization, and his Eucharistic miracles project exemplifies how technology can be used to glorify God and lead others to deeper faith. Even after his death, his work continues to inspire a greater understanding and appreciation of the mystery of the Eucharist.
A Life Rooted in Charity
Carlo’s faith was not confined to prayer and digital evangelization; it extended into his daily interactions and acts of service. He was known for his kindness, humility, and empathy. Carlo often defended classmates who were bullied and took time to help those struggling with their studies. He volunteered at soup kitchens and donated his pocket money to help the poor. Despite his gifts and talents, Carlo remained unpretentious. He was a typical teenager in many ways, enjoying video games, soccer, and spending time with his friends. Yet, his life was distinctly marked by an awareness of God’s presence and a desire to live according to the Gospel.
Illness and Death
On October 2, 2006, Carlo fell ill and was initially thought to have the flu. On Sunday, October 8, his condition worsened, and he was taken to the De Marchi clinic in Milan, where he was diagnosed with M3 acute leukemia. Despite the suddenness and severity of his illness, Carlo accepted his suffering with remarkable serenity.
He offered his pain for the Church and for the Pope, saying, “I offer all the suffering I will have to suffer for the Lord, for the Pope, and the Church.” Carlo passed away on October 12, 2006, at the age of 15. His funeral was held on October 14 at Santa Maria Segreta. In January 2007, Carlo’s body was moved from the cemetery in Ternengo to Assisi, in accordance with his wishes.
Beatification Process of Carlo Acutis
Carlo Acutis’ path to beatification began with widespread recognition of his deep holiness and his extraordinary contributions to the Catholic faith, particularly his evangelization through technology. On October 10, 2012, six years after his death, the Diocese of Milan officially opened the cause for his canonization. This marked the first formal step in the process, during which Carlo was titled “Servant of God.”
On July 5, 2018, Pope Francis declared Carlo “Venerable,” acknowledging his heroic virtues. This milestone followed a thorough investigation into his life, which demonstrated his remarkable piety, devotion to the Eucharist, and acts of charity. The title of “Venerable” confirmed that Carlo had lived a life of extraordinary virtue and was worthy of public veneration as a role model of faith.
A miraculous healing attributed to Carlo’s intercession was later reported in Brazil. The miracle involved a young boy suffering from a rare and debilitating congenital condition, which left him unable to eat solid food. After his family prayed for Carlo’s intercession, the boy was completely healed—a change deemed scientifically inexplicable by medical experts.
This miracle was formally approved by Pope Francis on February 21, 2020, paving the way for Carlo’s beatification. The beatification ceremony took place on October 10, 2020, at the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi. During the ceremony, Carlo was officially declared “Blessed,” and his feast day was set for October 12, the anniversary of his death.
Canonization and Future Prospects
While Carlo Acutis has not yet been canonized, the process is ongoing. Canonization requires the verification of a second miracle attributed to his intercession. Should this occur, Carlo will be declared a saint, making him the first millennial to be canonized by the Catholic Church.
Carlo’s beatification has already left a profound impact on Catholics worldwide, particularly young people. He continues to inspire countless individuals to pursue holiness in the digital age. His life demonstrates that sanctity is attainable not through extraordinary means but through a faithful embrace of daily life and devotion to God.
Blessed Carlo Acutis remains a powerful intercessor and a model of living holiness in an increasingly digital world. His legacy invites the faithful to follow his example, using their talents and technology to glorify God.
St. Carlo Acutis Medal and St. Carlo Acutis Rosary
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Prayers to St. Carlo Acutis
Prayer for Holiness in Daily Life
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You found joy in the ordinary and sanctified your daily life through prayer, service, and love for the Eucharist. Help me to follow your example, finding holiness in the small moments of my day. May I, like you, grow in love for Jesus in the Eucharist and bring His light to those around me.
Intercede for me, that I may draw closer to Christ and live a life pleasing to Him.
Amen.
Prayer for Guidance in Using Technology
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You used your gifts of technology to glorify God and share the beauty of the faith. Teach me to use my talents and the tools of this modern age for good, to spread love, truth, and hope. Help me avoid the distractions of the digital world that pull me away from God.
Guide my actions so that I may follow your example and live as a faithful witness of Christ in this digital age.
Amen.
Prayer for Youth and Young Adults
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You showed that holiness is achievable at any age, inspiring countless young people to follow Christ. Be a companion to the youth of today, leading them to embrace their faith with courage and joy.
Help them recognize their God-given potential and to pursue lives rooted in love, service, and devotion. May they, like you, make the Eucharist the center of their lives and find their true purpose in God.
Amen.
Prayer for a Deeper Love of the Eucharist
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You called the Eucharist your “highway to heaven” and shared its beauty with the world. Inspire in me a deeper love and reverence for this sacred sacrament. Help me approach the Eucharist with faith, humility, and a heart open to God’s grace.
May your devotion to the Blessed Sacrament lead me closer to Jesus and transform my life into a reflection of His love.
Amen.
Prayer for Intercession
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You were a faithful servant of God who lived with humility and love for others. I come to you with my need, asking for your intercession before the Lord. (Mention your intention here.)
Pray for me, that I may trust in God’s will and receive the grace to persevere in faith, hope, and charity. May your example inspire me to live as a true disciple of Christ.
Amen.
Prayer for Families
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You brought the light of Christ into your family through your faith, kindness, and devotion. Intercede for all families, that they may grow together in love and holiness. Help parents and children to nurture each other in faith, find joy in shared prayer, and support one another in life’s challenges.
May your example inspire families to make Jesus the center of their homes and find peace in His presence.
Amen.
Prayer for Healing
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You offered your suffering with peace and trust in God’s plan. I turn to you in this time of illness and trial, asking for your intercession. Help me to unite my suffering with Christ’s and to trust in His mercy.
If it is God’s will, may I experience healing in body, mind, and spirit. Comfort me with the hope of heaven, where all pain is transformed into eternal joy.
Amen.
Prayer for Vocations
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You recognized the unique mission God had for your life and embraced it with courage and faith. Inspire those discerning their vocations to listen for God’s call and respond with open hearts.
Whether as priests, religious, or faithful laypeople, may they follow your example of serving God through their talents and gifts. May they live their lives fully dedicated to His glory and the good of others.
Amen.
Prayer for Perseverance in Faith
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You remained faithful to God even amidst life’s trials and temptations. Help me to stay steadfast in my faith, especially during times of doubt or difficulty. Remind me that God’s love is always present and that I am never alone.
Strengthen my heart to persevere in prayer, sacraments, and good works, so that I may walk the path to holiness, as you did.
Amen.
Prayer for Evangelization
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You used your talents and passion to bring others closer to God. Teach me to share my faith with joy, courage, and humility. Help me to witness to the Gospel in word and deed, so that others may see Christ in me.
May your example inspire me to find creative and meaningful ways to spread God’s love, especially in the places where it is most needed.
Amen.
Prayer for the Strength to Overcome Temptation
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You lived in a world full of distractions and challenges but never allowed them to pull you away from God. Help me to resist the temptations of sin and to stay faithful to Christ.
Guide me to make choices that honor God and lead me closer to Him. May your example remind me that true freedom and happiness come from living in His grace.
Amen.
Prayer for Gratitude
Blessed Carlo Acutis,
You saw every moment as a gift from God and lived with a grateful heart. Help me to recognize and appreciate the blessings in my life, both big and small. Teach me to thank God not only for His gifts but also for the challenges that help me grow in faith.
May I follow your example of living with joy and trust in God’s providence.
Amen.
Homily Reflection on St. Carlo Acutis
Today, we reflect on the life of Blessed Carlo Acutis, a young man whose holiness and love for the Eucharist have inspired millions. Carlo was not a priest, a theologian, or a religious—he was a teenager. He loved soccer, played video games, and enjoyed spending time with friends. Yet, within his ordinary life, Carlo found an extraordinary call: to live as a saint in the modern world.
His life challenges us to ask: What does it mean to pursue holiness today? How can we, like Carlo, live our faith authentically in a culture that often pulls us away from God?
The Eucharist as the Highway to Heaven
Carlo’s life was centered on the Eucharist, which he famously called his “highway to heaven.” From the day of his First Holy Communion, Carlo attended daily Mass, spent hours in Eucharistic adoration, and made the Eucharist the source and summit of his life.
This devotion teaches us an essential truth: we cannot grow in holiness without anchoring our lives in Christ, who gives Himself to us in the Blessed Sacrament. Carlo’s example calls us to renew our relationship with the Eucharist. Are we making time to attend Mass? Do we approach Communion with a heart open to God’s grace?
Carlo teaches us that the Eucharist is not merely a ritual; it is a transformative encounter with Jesus.
Using Technology to Evangelize
Carlo was deeply immersed in the digital world, but he did not allow it to consume him. Instead, he used his gifts in technology to glorify God. At a young age, Carlo created an online catalog of Eucharistic miracles to inspire others to appreciate the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
His project reminds us that technology, while often seen as a distraction, can also be a powerful tool for evangelization. As Catholics, we are called to bring Christ into every sphere of life, including the digital world. Carlo’s life challenges us to ask: How can I use my talents, my social media, and my resources to share the Gospel?
Holiness in the Ordinary
One of the most striking aspects of Carlo’s life is how he embraced holiness in the ordinary. He lived as a faithful son, a kind friend, and a student who defended the dignity of others. He volunteered at soup kitchens, helped classmates who were bullied, and treated everyone he met with compassion.
Carlo’s life shows us that sainthood is not about performing extraordinary deeds; it’s about doing ordinary things with extraordinary love. Each of us is called to holiness, not by imitating someone else’s path but by following God’s unique plan for our lives.
Are we loving and serving those around us? Are we striving to live the Gospel in our everyday choices?
Embracing Eternity with Joy
Carlo’s untimely death at 15, due to leukemia, could have been a moment of despair. Instead, it became a testament to his unwavering faith. He accepted his suffering with peace, offering it for the Church and the Pope. “I am happy to die,” he said, “because I have lived my life without wasting a single minute on things that do not please God.”
Carlo’s words remind us of the brevity of life and the importance of living each day in light of eternity. What are we prioritizing in our lives? Are we wasting time on fleeting pursuits, or are we focusing on what truly matters—our relationship with God and others?
Conclusion
Blessed Carlo Acutis is a saint for our times, a model of how to live the Gospel in the midst of modern challenges. He shows us that holiness is not reserved for the elderly or the ordained but is within reach for everyone—young and old, tech-savvy or not.
Let us ask for Carlo’s intercession, that we too might embrace the Eucharist, use our talents for God’s glory, and live every moment with purpose and love. As Carlo reminds us:
“All people are born as originals, but many die as photocopies.”
May we have the courage to be original, authentic witnesses of Christ in our world today. Amen.
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Pope Francis’ Letter to the Youth About St. Carlo Acutis
Dear young people!
Last year we set out on the path of hope towards the Great Jubilee by reflecting on Saint Paul’s words, “Rejoice in hope” (Rom 12:12). In order to prepare ourselves for the Jubilee pilgrimage of 2025, this year we can take inspiration from the prophet Isaiah, who says: “Those who hope in the Lord… will run and not be weary” (Is 40:31). These words are taken from the so-called Book of Consolation (Is 40-55), which heralds the end of Israel’s exile in Babylon and the beginning of a new age of hope and rebirth for God’s people, who can return to their homeland thanks to a new “highway” that the Lord is presently opening up for his children (cf. Is 40:3).
Today, we too live in times marked by dramatic situations that generate despair and prevent us from looking to the future with serenity: the tragedy of war, social injustices, inequalities, hunger and the exploitation of human beings and the natural environment. Often the ones who pay the highest price are precisely young people. You sense the uncertainty of the future and are not sure about where your dreams will lead. In this way, you can be tempted to live without hope, as prisoners of boredom, depression and even be drawn to risk-taking and destructive behaviours (cf. Spes Non Confundit, 12). For this reason, dear young people, I would like the message of hope to come to you, as was the case with Israel in Babylon. Today too, the Lord is opening a highway before you, and he invites you to set out on it with joy and hope.
The pilgrimage of life and its challenges
The prophet Isaiah speaks of “walking without tiring”. Let us reflect then on these two realities: walking and tiredness.
Our life is a pilgrimage, a journey that pushes us beyond ourselves, a journey in search of happiness. The Christian life in particular is a pilgrimage towards God, our salvation and the fullness of every good thing. Our goals, achievements and successes along the way, if they remain only material, will, after an initial moment of satisfaction, still leave us hungry, longing for something greater. They cannot completely satisfy our soul, because we were created by One who is infinite; as a result, we have an innate desire for transcendence, a constant restless drive towards the fulfilment of higher aspirations, towards “even more”. That is why, as I have often said to you, “looking at life from a balcony” is not enough for you young people.
Still, it is normal that, while we set out on our journeys with enthusiasm, sooner or later we will begin to feel tired. In some cases, anxiety and inner fatigue are brought on by social pressures, the need to attain certain levels of success in our studies, our work and our personal life. This produces a certain despondency, as we live running from one thing to another in an empty “activism” that makes us fill our days with a thousand things and, in spite of this, feel that we never manage to do enough and never quite measure up. This tiredness is often accompanied by a certain ennui, the apathy and dissatisfaction that affects those who never set out, choose, decide, take risks, preferring to remain in their own comfort zone, closed in on themselves, seeing and judging the world from a distance, without ever “dirtying their hands” with problems, with other people, with life itself. This kind of tiredness is a kind of wet cement in which we stand; eventually it hardens, weighs us down, paralyzes us and prevents us from moving forward. I prefer the tiredness of those who are moving forward, not the ennui of those who stand still with no desire to move!
The solution to tiredness, oddly enough, is not to stand still and rest. It is to set out and become pilgrims of hope. This is my invitation to you: walk in hope! Hope overcomes all weariness, every crisis and every worry. It gives us a powerful incentive to press forward, for it is a gift received from God himself. The Lord fills our life with meaning, sheds light on our path and shows us its ultimate direction and goal. The Apostle Paul uses the image of an athlete in the stadium racing to receive the prize of victory (cf. 1 Cor 9:24). Those of you who have taken part in a sports competition – not just as spectators but as athletes – know how much inner strength it takes to reach the finish line. Hope is precisely a new kind of strength that God instils in us, enabling us to persevere in the race, to see beyond present difficulties and to press forward to the goal of communion with him and the fullness of eternal life. If a beautiful goal exists, if life has an ultimate meaning, if nothing of what I dream, plan and accomplish will ever be lost, then it is worth the effort to keep walking, exerting ourselves, overcoming obstacles and fatigue, because the ultimate prize is magnificent beyond measure!
Pilgrims in the desert
In the pilgrimage of life, there will inevitably be challenges to face. In earlier times, long pilgrimages involved coping with changing seasons and climates, crossing pleasant meadows and cool forests, but also snow-capped mountains and parched deserts. Even for those who are believers, the pilgrimage of life and the journey to our ultimate goal can prove tiring, as the journey through the desert to the Promised Land was for the people of Israel.
And for all of you! Those who have received the gift of faith know happy moments when we can feel God’s presence and closeness, but other moments too, when we experience the desert. It can happen that our initial enthusiasm for school or work, or for following Christ – whether in marriage, the priesthood or consecrated life – can be followed by moments of crisis, that make life seem like a difficult trek in the desert. Those times of crisis, however, are not wasted or useless: they can become important times of growth. They are moments when hope is purified! In crises, many false “hopes”, hopes too small for our heart, fade into significance; they are revealed for what they are and we find ourselves alone in facing the fundamental questions of life, with no illusions. And in those times, each of us can ask: what are the hopes on which I have based my life? Are they real hopes or simply mirages?
At those times, the Lord does not abandon us. Like a father, he draws near to us and constantly gives us the bread that renews our strength for the journey. Let us remember that to the people in the desert he gave manna (cf. Ex 16) and to the prophet Elijah, weary and discouraged, he twice offered bread and water, so that he could walk for “forty days and forty nights to Horeb, the mountain of God” (cf. 1 Kings 19:3-8). In those biblical stories, the faith of the Church has seen prefigured the precious gift of the Eucharist, the true manna, the true food for the journey, that God gives us to sustain us on our way. As Blessed Carlo Acutis said, the Eucharist is the highway to heaven. Carlo made the Eucharist his most important daily appointment! In this way, in union with the Lord, we can walk without tiring, for he is walking alongside us (cf. Mt 28:20). I encourage all of you to rediscover the great gift of the Eucharist!
In those inevitable moments of fatigue in our pilgrimage in this world, let us learn, then, to rest like Jesus and in Jesus. He told his disciples to rest after they returned from their mission (cf. Mk 6:31); he also recognizes your own need for bodily rest, time for recreation, for enjoying the company of friends, for sports and for sleep. Yet there is a deeper kind of rest, the repose of the soul, which many seek and few find, for it is to be found in Christ alone. Realize that all your inner weariness can find repose in the Lord, who says to you: “Come to me, all you that are weary and carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest” (Mt 11:28). When the weariness of the journey weighs you down, come back to Jesus, learn to rest in him and abide with him, for “those who hope in the Lord… will run and not be weary” (Is 40:31).
From tourists to pilgrims
Dear young people, I am inviting you to set out on a journey, to discover life along the path of love, and to seek the face of God. My advice to you is this: do not set out as mere tourists, but as true pilgrims. Do not be like superficial sightseers, blind to the beauty around you, never discovering the meaning of the roads you take, interested only in a few fleeting moments to capture in a selfie. Tourists do this. Pilgrims, on the other hand, immerse themselves fully in the places they encounter, listen to the message they communicate, and make them a part of their quest for happiness and fulfilment. The Jubilee pilgrimage is meant to be the outward sign of an inward journey that all of us are called to make towards our final destination.
With these attitudes, let us all prepare for the Jubilee Year. I trust that many of you will be able to come to Rome on pilgrimage to pass through the Holy Doors. In any case, everyone will be able to make this pilgrimage in his or her local Church, by visiting its churches and shrines that preserve the faith and devotion of God’s holy and faithful people. It is my hope that this Jubilee pilgrimage will become for each of us “a moment of genuine, personal encounter with the Lord Jesus, the ‘Door’ of our salvation’” (Spes Non Confundit, 1). I encourage you to approach this experience with three fundamental attitudes. First, thanksgiving, with hearts open to praise God for his many gifts, especially the gift of life. Then, a spirit of seeking, as an expression of our heart’s unquenchable thirst to encounter the Lord. And finally, penance, which helps us to look within, to acknowledge the wrong paths and decisions we have at times taken and, in this way, to be converted to the Lord and to the light of his Gospel.
Pilgrims of hope for the mission
Allow me to leave you with one more evocative image to guide your journey. Those who visit Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome cross the great square surrounded by the colonnade built by the celebrated architect and sculptor Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The entire colonnade appears as two open arms, an image of the Church, our mother, who embraces all her children. In this coming Holy Year of Hope, I invite all of you to experience the embrace of our merciful God, to experience his pardon and the forgiveness of all our “interior debts”, as in the biblical tradition of the jubilee years. In this way, embraced by God and born again in him, you too can become open arms to embrace your many friends and peers who need to feel, through your welcome, the love of God the Father. May each of you give even just “a smile, a warm gesture of friendship, a kind look, a ready ear, a good deed, in the knowledge that, in the Spirit of Jesus, these can become, for those who receive them, rich seeds of hope” (ibid., 18), and thus become tireless missionaries of joy.
As we press forward, let us lift our gaze, in faith, to the saints who have gone before us on the journey, who have reached the goal and now encourage us by their testimony: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. From now on, there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day; and not only to me, but also to all those who have longed for his appearing” (2 Tim 4:7-8). The example of so many saints, men and women, impels and sustains us.
Courage! All of you have a special place in my heart. I entrust your journey to the Virgin Mary, so that, following her example, you may be able to look forward with patience and confidence to the fulfilment of all your hopes, even now, as you persevere in your journey as pilgrims of hope and of love.
Rome, Saint John Lateran, 29 August 2024, Memorial of the Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist.