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The Mission of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church is to practice the teachings of the Roman Catholic Faith and to convey to the community the Good News of Jesus Christ.
We are committed to establishing the educational facilities, dedicating the resources, and supporting the Catholic education programs for children, youth, and adults of our community.
We are dedicated to promoting unity and peace within the community and being instruments of reconciliation, evangelization and service to others.
We shall sustain this mission faithfully through the power of the Holy Spirit and pursue the mission with the time, talents and treasures of the members of our parish.
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Congratulations to Jack and Sharon Dietz for representing our parish and community at the canonization of Saints Carlos Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati in Rome today! They prayed for all of us, and we are so grateful. May God bless them with an unforgettable experience
Saint Carlo Acutis: A Millennial Model of Holiness
A Life Rooted in Faith and Technology
Born on May 3, 1991 in London and raised in Milan, Carlo Acutis showed remarkable devotion to his Catholic faith from a very young age, despite growing up in a mostly secular family. His spiritual journey included daily Mass, frequent Eucharistic adoration, and a deep love for the Virgin Mary and the saints.
Carlo's unique calling was his gift for technology. A self-taught programmer, he used his skills to benefit his parish and created a groundbreaking website documenting Eucharistic miracles worldwide—merging faith with the digital realm in a novel way. His mission earned him the affectionate title "God’s Influencer" and even “Patron Saint of the Internet.”
Triumph in Suffering
In October 2006, at the age of 15, Carlo was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia. Even in his final days, he faced suffering with faith, offering his pain in prayer for the Church and the Pope. His humility and compassion continued to shine, consoling others until the very end. He passed away on October 12, 2006.
The Road to Sainthood
Following his passing, Carlo’s cause for canonization began in 2012, culminating in his beatification in 2020 after the recognition of a miracle in Brazil. A second miracle—from Costa Rica in 2022—led to final approval for sainthood.
Initially scheduled during the Jubilee of Teenagers in April 2025, Carlo's canonization was postponed due to Pope Francis’s death in April 2025. On June 13, 2025, Pope Leo XIV officially set the new date: September 7, 2025.
A Historic Day: Canonization
On September 7, 2025, in a ceremony at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV canonized Saint Carlo Acutis alongside Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. Thousands of pilgrims gathered to witness the event, marking a milestone in Church history. Known as the "first millennial saint," Carlo’s canonization reflects the Church’s desire to bridge timeless faith with contemporary youth culture.
Why Carlo’s Canonization Matters
A Digital-Era Role Model: Carlo used modern tools for evangelization—showing how faith can flourish alongside technology.
Relatable Holiness: He was known for simple joys—wearing jeans and sneakers, loving The Simpsons and football, and helping the homeless—that resonated with young people everywhere.
Fast-Tracked Sainthood: Being canonized just 19 years after his death is unusually swift, emphasizing the universal appeal of his example.
Inspiring Across Generations: Carlo joins the Church with approachable figures like Pier Giorgio Frassati, reinforcing that sainthood is accessible—even today.
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