The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 36: The Nature of the Trinity (2025)
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Feb 5, 2025 Dive into the fascinating concept of the Holy Trinity, where unity and distinctness merge in divine mystery. Discover how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, while one God, maintain their unique identities. Fr. Mike explores historical insights and addresses common misconceptions, inviting deeper contemplation on the relationships among the divine persons. This engaging discussion sheds light on a core tenet of Christian faith, making complex theological ideas accessible and thought-provoking.
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Dogma of the Holy Trinity
- The dogma of the Holy Trinity has three key points: unity, distinction, and relation.
- These points clarify how God is one being yet three distinct persons.
One God, Three Persons
- The Trinity's unity is crucial; there are not three gods, but one God in three persons.
- The distinction of persons is vital because it affirms God's nature as love, which is only possible with distinct persons.
Eternal Distinction
- The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are distinct, not modes or masks of one God.
- They are eternally distinct, not ranked in order of importance or time.