Podcast: Pope Leo canonizes two young saints; welcomes first LGBT pilgrimage

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This week on “Inside the Vatican,” America Vatican correspondents Gerard O’Connell and Colleen Dulle discuss the canonization of Sts. Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. Gerry shares the sense of renewal he sees in the church given the popularity of these saints among young Catholics, and Colleen asks about some of the political and financial considerations in the saint-making process. Links from the show:Pope Leo XIV declares Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati saints in a celebration of youthful devotionOn the ground for the canonization of Saints Acutis and Frassati: Crowds, communion and Cheez-ItsDeep Dive: How are saints made in the Catholic Church? Support Inside the Vatican by subscribing to America Magazine!