Saint Carlo Acutis - Marie and Jean-Baptiste Maillard

by Marie and Jean-Baptiste Maillard

“Our presence on this planet Earth has meaning,” Carlo Acutis said. This book invites you to meet a young man whose response to grace was so strong he has already been recognized as a saint.

Though his life was cut short by leukemia at just fifteen, he used his time to inspire others, showing them that true faith is something timeless, precious, and powerful.

Carlo grew up in Italy, a regular kid who played video games and engaged with the internet, loved sports and ice cream. But he also loved ancient cathedrals and the abundant tradition of Catholic faith.

Most of all, he loved God.

In these pages, follow Carlo’s path, explore his reflections, prayers, and miracles, and find out how you, too, can shine like a brilliant star in this world that needs you. You may even aspire to become a saint yourself. As Carlo would say, “Why not?”

“Our goal must be the infinite, not the finite. Infinite is our homeland. We have always been awaited in heaven.”
—Carlo Acutis

The contents of this book include:

• Carlo’s life, told in detail with many stories and anecdotes
• Carlo’s Holiness Kit
• Carlo’s prayers, meditations, and catechesis
• Homily on his beatification
• Photos, original Italian drawings, and traditional Catholic images on every page