WEB Carlo Acutis: A New Saint for the Digital Age
Early Life and Family
Carlo Acutis was born in London, England, on May 3, 1991, to Andrea Acutis and Antonia Salzano.
Carlo was the eldest of three children and was born into a wealthy Italian family. His father was a stockbroker and his mother was a housewife.
Carlo's family was deeply involved in the Catholic Church. His parents were both practicing Catholics and they made sure that their children were raised in the faith. Carlo attended Catholic schools and received the sacraments regularly.
From a young age, Carlo displayed a deep love for God.
He prayed constantly and spent much time studying the Bible and the Catechism. He was also passionate about helping others. He volunteered his time at a local soup kitchen and often visited the elderly and the sick.
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