Every time we make the Sign of the Cross, we acknowledge the central mystery of the Christian Faith:  that our God is not one but three – three divine persons in one God.  This is the one belief we hold that separates us from all the other religions in the world, and it is the foundation for everything else that we profess and believe as Catholics.

But the teaching of the Trinity really explains much more than mere metaphysical propositions.  It tells us about the inner life of God – the intimate love and Communion that is constantly flowing between the Father, Son, and Spirit.  God is far from an isolated being or uninvolved deity.  His very existence has to do with relationships.

It is God’s nature to share Himself, and if we are created in His image and likeness, it follows that we too are meant to share our lives with each other.  We were made to be in communion with one another, joining together to build the Kingdom and to proclaim the gospel throughout the world.

When we think about our mission to proclaim to the whole world, we could become intimidated.  However, the Holy Trinity is more than just a model of togetherness.  The Holy Trinity- Our God- gives us the power to accomplish our mission. If we draw from the love of God that has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit,  we really can love each other as fully as Jesus loves us.  Jesus promises us that as we deepen our relationship with one another, our lives will start to reflect the very life of the Holy Trinity.  As Christians we have been called to that Joy.

Alleluia!!!!

God Bless,

Msgr. Powell