The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 35: Formation of Trinitarian Dogma (2025)
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Feb 4, 2025 Dive into the fascinating formation of the Church's understanding of the Trinity, where the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit interconnect in divine mystery. Fr. Mike delves into key theological terms and the evolution of Trinitarian dogma through scripture and early Church councils. The narrative of St. Augustine and the child's seaside encounter illustrates the struggle to grasp such profound mysteries. Ultimately, it encourages listeners to embrace faith in the face of the infinite complexity of God.
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The Trinity in Christian Doctrine
- The Holy Trinity is a core Christian doctrine, expressed in baptismal faith and apostolic writings.
- Baptism uses the Trinitarian formula, and Paul's greetings emphasize God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Clarifying the Trinity
- The Church used philosophical terms to clarify the Trinity, addressing questions about Jesus's nature and the Holy Spirit.
- The Gospels show Jesus claiming equality with the Father and the Holy Spirit, yet deferring to the Father, raising complex questions.
Philosophical Terms for the Trinity
- The Church adopted philosophical terms like substance, person, and relation to explain the Trinity.
- Substance describes God's unified being, while person distinguishes the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.