Cardinal Parolin on St. Carlo Acutis: Many ‘are touched by his smile’

Cardinal Parolin on St. Carlo Acutis

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said that Carlo Acutis spoke of Jesus with a “radiant" and "smiling" face.

In a Mass marking the first liturgical memorial of St. Carlo Acutis, Cardinal Parolin stated:

Many when they see his picture are touched by his smile: Carlo spoke of Jesus above all with his radiant, luminous, and smiling face.

He also referenced Paul’s exhortation: ‘Rejoice in the Lord always.’

The Mass was celebrated at the Mary Major Church in Assisi at the Shrine of the Renunciation.

Author's summary: Cardinal Parolin praises St. Carlo Acutis' smile.

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