It is true that these criteria have been somewhat lowered, and I agree with this, as seen in the case of Carlo Acutis. From what I know about him, and having met his mother and father personally, he led a truly intense Christian life for his age. At just 14 or 15 years old, he had a deep love and devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist. For such a young boy, he undertook an incredible project—the Eucharistic miracles program demonstrating not only his technical skills but, more importantly, his spiritual devotion. He never received Communion in the hand, out of his spontaneous love for Jesus in the Eucharist.
He also had a sharp sense of truth. For example, he once noticed some ambiguities in one of the expressions in a document from the Second Vatican Council, which his mother shared with me, though it hasn’t been publicly acknowledged.
This boy lived an intensely Catholic life and, when faced with illness, accepted it with love, offering his life for the Church. This is a fact. I believe his example is a powerful one for young people today, especially for children and youth, showing them how to live a deep Christian life, with Eucharistic devotion and love for the Church and for God.
Dear visitors of Gloria Dei and all who have already written or who will write a personal message to me. I am grateful for your attention, your kindness, for your spiritual support and especially for your sacrifices and prayers for me. God may reward you!
