St. Lucy's Feast Day
At a time when the days are short and night falls quickly, we need a lamp to light our way. St. Lucy, whose name means “light,” is the patron saint of the blind. We call to mind her faith, a beacon of light, filled with courage and fortitude. St. Lucy was martyred for her faith and it is said that her eyes were plucked by her persecutors for refusing a life opposed to one in Christ. Her own mother disapproved of her devotion until she suffered a life threatening illness, and was healed. In a dream, St. Agatha, another virgin and martyr, appeared to Lucy in a dream heralding her mother’s recovery. With that news, the hardened heart of her mother was melted. Hearts are changed and lives are transformed by St. Lucy’s love of God, courage and fortitude.
During Advent, the season of hope and anticipation, we seek a path that enlightens our way from the darkness of our lives. Pray to St. Lucy for her intercession to light a flame of love that we too see with the eyes of Faith and share in her perseverance and devotion.
Julie Yacopino
Faith Formation Commission Member
RCIA team member
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