The image of Carlo Acutis, known as the “millennial saint” or “influencer saint,” is in the province of Mendoza and has drawn a strong turnout of faithful, especially young people. The first meeting point has been the San Vicente Ferrer basilica, located in the departmental plaza of Godoy Cruz, where the community has gathered to pray and ask for his intercession.
According to the media outlet ElNueve.com, the missionary image of the young blessed, canonized after the push of Pope Francis and later declared a saint, has sparked notable interest in the Mendoza community. During recent celebrations, participation was massive: after the Divine Mercy Mass, dozens of people remained in the church to pray, give thanks, or ask for the saint’s intercession.
Father Horacio Day, from the basilica, highlighted the impact that Acutis’s figure has, especially among young people. “He is a saint who shows us that we can live the Gospel in everyday life, from adolescence and youth,” he said. In that sense, he stressed that his example combines a deep spiritual life—centered on the Eucharist—with a strong commitment to helping those most in need.
Among the most remembered traits of the young Italian is his phrase about communion: “The Eucharist is my highway to heaven,” in addition to his project to spread Eucharistic miracles and his concrete gestures of help to people in vulnerable situations. These elements are part of his testimony and devotion, as mentioned in the source.
The presence of the image has also revived a longing in the province: the construction of a chapel dedicated to Carlo Acutis in Chacras de Coria. According to Day, the initiative continues to advance, although it still requires community support to come to fruition. This project reflects the pastoral and community impact that the visit has generated.
Context and relevance
As for the itinerary, the image will remain in the basilica until tomorrow at 6:30 p.m., when it will be transferred to the San Pedro parish in the Covimet neighborhood. It will then continue its visit to other churches in Mendoza, as part of this mission that seeks to strengthen devotion in different points of the province.
On the other hand, the priest also reflected on the legacy of Pope Francis one year after his death. He underscored his vision of a “Church on the move,” close to those most in need and conceived as a “field hospital” for a wounded world, in addition to his strong message on care for the environment expressed in the encyclical Laudato si’. These words contextualize the ecclesial dimension of the visit.
The invitation remains open for those who wish to come: the basilica will be open in the morning, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., offering a last opportunity to see the image and delve into the life of this young saint who continues to inspire new generations. The Mendoza community thus has the chance to participate in this experience of faith and encounter.
Original source: elnueve.com (published on April 13, 2026)
