Reflections on Lucy, Martyr at Syracuse and Samuel Johnson — 13 December 2025

Reflections on Lucy, Martyr at Syracuse and Samuel Johnson

As we remember Lucy, the brave martyr at Syracuse, and Samuel Johnson, the renowned writer and thinker, we are reminded of the courage and strength found in faith.



May we be inspired by Lucy's unwavering commitment to Christ and Johnson's intellectual pursuits, seeking to live out our faith boldly and thoughtfully in our own lives.

Dear Lord, grant us the courage of Lucy and the wisdom of Samuel Johnson as we navigate our own journeys of faith. May we be strengthened by their examples to follow you more closely each day.

Go in peace, walking in the footsteps of the faithful.

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Who were they?

Lucy, Martyr at Syracuse
Lucy was a young Christian martyr who died for her faith in Syracuse during the Diocletian persecution. She is venerated as a saint in the Roman Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran, and Eastern Orthodox churches.

Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson was an English writer, poet, and literary critic who lived in the 18th century. He is best known for his compilation of the first comprehensive English dictionary and for his contributions to English literature and thought.

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