Diocese of Milano to celebrate San Carlo Acutis with "Santi con Carlo" event on October 12

The Diocese of Milan will hold the "Santi con Carlo" event on October 12 to commemorate the liturgical memorial of Carlo Acutis. Organized by the FOM, the event brings together preadolescents in Ambrosian oratories to begin their faith journeys through prayer, activities, games, and Mass.

This year's celebration highlights the connection between Acutis and Saint Francis of Assisi during the Franciscan jubilee year. Organizers noted that Acutis sought to imitate Francis by avoiding superfluity and practicing charity despite his wealthy upbringing. The event also serves to prepare youth for a diocesan pilgrimage to Assisi scheduled for December 5–8, 2026.

Educators can use resources from the "Carlo: un testimone (in)credibile" booklet or the new "Fratello sole, Sorella Vita" guide to develop their programs. The Diocese of Milan hopes to establish the October 12 gathering as an annual tradition for local oratories.