St. Carlo Acutis had a deep and tender devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, which shaped his spiritual life and helped him grow closer to Jesus. Though he is best known for his love of the Eucharist and his use of technology for evangelization, his relationship with Our Lady was a quiet but essential part of his holiness.
Here are a few key points about his Marian devotion:
1. Daily Rosary Devotion
Carlo prayed the Rosary every day, without fail.
He once said that the Rosary was his favorite prayer after the Eucharist. He understood it not as a burden, but as a powerful spiritual weapon and a loving conversation with the Mother of God.
"The Virgin Mary is the only woman in my life."
This playful but heartfelt quote reveals how much he cherished her presence in his life.
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2. Consecration to Mary
Carlo consecrated himself to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, placing his life and soul under her care.
- This consecration showed his trust in her intercession and guidance.
- He lived out that consecration by striving to imitate her humility, purity, and obedience.
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3. Mary as a Path to Jesus
Carlo understood that **Mary always leads us to Jesus.
- He embraced her as a spiritual mother who brings us closer to her Son.
- Just as Mary said at the Wedding at Cana, “Do whatever He tells you”, Carlo sought to follow Jesus completely through her inspiration.
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4. Love for Marian Shrines and Apparitions
Carlo had an interest in approved Marian apparitions, such as Fatima and Lourdes, and believed in the importance of Mary's messages to the world — especially prayer, penance, and conversion.
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5. Living Marian Virtues
He tried to live like Mary — especially in her:
- Purity: guarding his eyes and thoughts in a hypersexualized world
- Humility: never boasting, even with his extraordinary talents
- Obedience: being respectful and loving to his parents and teachers
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Final Thought:
Blessed Carlo’s devotion to Mary wasn’t complicated or showy — it was consistent, sincere, and filled with love. He saw her as a faithful guide, a powerful intercessor, and a tender mother who helped him stay close to Jesus. Young people today can follow his example by praying the Rosary, entrusting their lives to Mary, and striving to live the virtues she embodies.
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