Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies The Theology of the Trinity
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Jun 10, 2025 Trinity Sunday takes center stage as historical theologians like Saint Bonaventure and Saint Augustine are explored. The dynamics of the Trinitarian life are discussed, revealing how they shape our baptismal identity. Listeners discover the profound unity and love embodied in God, grounded in the Shema. The essential role of the Trinity in spiritual life is highlighted, particularly how baptism connects believers to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This deep dive into the relationship within the Trinity illuminates faith and divine love.
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God's Unity as Pure Being
- God is fundamentally one unified being, embodying pure active existence.
- This unity is expressed in the Old Testament name of God: 'I am who I am.'
God Is Love Itself
- The New Testament reveals God not just as being, but as love itself.
- Love is the very essence of God's being, involving a relational dynamic of lover, beloved, and shared love within unity.
Trinity Revealed in Jesus
- Jesus reveals the triune God as Father, Son, and Spirit in relational unity.
- The Spirit is the bond of love sent by the Father and Son, completing the divine relationship without compromising unity.