Trinity: A Theological Mystery
In his Sunday Mass homily at Saint Michael Kalibo, +Bp Romie-Jun Peñalosa emphasized that the Trinity is a theological mystery.
This Sunday, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. A solemnity marks one of the most significant mysteries of the Christian faith. Today, we honor a theological mystery—something that Christ has revealed to us. While we can understand it to a certain extent, we can never fully comprehend its depth. The mystery of the Holy Trinity is so rich that the more we reflect on it, the deeper our understanding becomes and the more we learn to appreciate it.
Furthermore, as followers of God, we must know our identity in Christ Jesus. God Himself revealed His identity to humanity, and He created us in His image and likeness. Without a clear understanding of who we are, we cannot fully recognize our God-given potential. Therefore, reflecting on the Trinity reminds us of our true identity as God’s children, created in His image and likeness.
Moreover, living in Christ means living in communion with others. We are not meant to journey through life alone. Just as the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one, we are also called to live in unity and love. The Holy Trinity reveals God as a communion of persons: the Father as the Lover, the Son as the Beloved, and the Holy Spirit as the Love that unites them. Through this divine relationship, the Trinity teaches us the beauty of love, unity, and community.
Trinity Sunday| May 31, 2026
First Proclamation: Genesis 1:26-31, 1-4
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 8:1-3; 4-6; 7-9
Second Proclamation: 2 Corinthians 13:5-13
Gospel Proclamation: Matthew 28:16-20
Homily by +Bp. Romie- Jun Peñalosa
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