Novena to St. Carlo Acutis
St. Carlo Acutis showed the world that holiness is possible at any age. Although he lived only fifteen years, his deep love for Jesus in the Eucharist, his devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and his desire to help others continue to inspire Catholics around the world.
The Novena to St. Carlo Acutis is a beautiful nine-day prayer that asks for his intercession while encouraging us to follow his example of faith, charity, and trust in God. Whether you're praying for a young person, growing closer to Jesus in the Eucharist, or seeking guidance in your own faith journey, this novena invites you to place your intentions before God through St. Carlo's prayers.
Who Was St. Carlo Acutis?
St. Carlo Acutis was born in London in 1991 and raised in Milan, Italy. From a young age, he developed a deep love for Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary. After receiving his First Holy Communion at the age of seven, he attended Mass frequently, prayed the Rosary every day, and spent time in Eucharistic Adoration whenever he could.
Carlo had a gift for computers and used his talents to evangelize. He created a website documenting Eucharistic miracles from around the world, helping many people discover the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Because of this, he is often associated with the internet and modern technology, but Carlo always reminded others that technology should lead us to God—not distract us from Him.
One of his best-known quotes is: "The Eucharist is my highway to Heaven."
Carlo died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of fifteen, offering his suffering for the Church and the Pope. In 2025, he was canonized, becoming the Catholic Church's first millennial saint. His feast day is celebrated on October 12.
Why Pray the Novena to St. Carlo Acutis?
People pray this novena for many different intentions, including:
- A deeper love for Jesus in the Eucharist
- Strengthening their Catholic faith
- Young people and students
- Guidance in using technology wisely
- Families and children
- Healing and hope during difficult times
- Growing in holiness through everyday life
Like every novena, this prayer is an opportunity to place your intentions before God while asking for the prayers of a saint who lived with remarkable faith and joy.
How to Pray the Novena to St. Carlo Acutis
The novena is prayed over nine consecutive days.
Take a moment to place your intention before God through the intercession of St. Carlo Acutis. You may pray for yourself, a loved one, or any special intention that is on your heart.
Pray the novena prayer for each of the nine days, asking St. Carlo to intercede for your intention and inspire you to follow his example of faith, love for the Eucharist, and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Finish by thanking God for hearing your prayer and trusting in His perfect will. May St. Carlo Acutis help you grow in holiness and draw ever closer to Jesus.
Sign of the Cross
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Opening Prayer
Most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, I thank you for all the grace and favours with which you enriched the soul of St Carlo Acutis during his fifteen years on this earth. Through the merits of this Angel of Youth, grant me the grace which I earnestly seek (mention request here). Amen.
Daily Prayer
St Carlo, you made the Holy Eucharist the focus of your life and devoted yourself to God in our modern times. You engaged in the world but did not attach yourself to it. Through your prayers, obtain for me the graces from God to do the same, to be faithful always and lead others to Christ and His Holy Catholic Church. Amen.
Closing Prayer
Almighty God, Father of Mercy, we praise and bless you for raising Carlo Acutis to the glory of the altars so that through him you will be even more glorified. May we, like him, follow Your will in our lives, and through his merit, give me the grace that I so ardently desire. Amen.
Our Father
Our Father, Who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy Name. Thy Kingdom come. Thy Will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen.
Hail Mary
Hail, Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou amongst women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.
Glory Be
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
St. Carlo Acutis, pray for us!
Sign of the Cross
In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
When Can You Pray This Novena?
You can begin the Novena to St. Carlo Acutis at any time of the year. Many Catholics choose to pray it in the nine days leading up to his feast day on October 12, while others pray it whenever they are seeking his intercession for a special intention.
Keep St. Carlo Close to Your Heart
Let St. Carlo's example of faith continue to inspire your daily prayer.
Explore our collection of St. Carlo Acutis rosaries, stickers, and Catholic gifts created to celebrate his love for the Eucharist, devotion to Our Lady, and joyful witness to Christ.
