John 3:16-18 The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity (Year A)

Sharing Guidelines
*Sharing is not a time for teaching or debate; it is a time to sense the marvelous work of the Holy Spirit who leads the gathering.
*Reflection sharing is not meant to teach others but to share the meaning you personally have discovered. Therefore, do not criticize or debate another person’s sharing. Avoid boasting of your own understanding or knowledge.
*Respect the grace of the Holy Spirit, who reveals the meaning of the Word while dwelling among us, and listen attentively to others’ sharing, holding it in your heart.
*Keep confidential any personal reflections or stories shared in the group; practicing brotherly love means not passing along private matters outside the meeting.
*When speaking, always use the first person singular (“I”). Be careful not to distance or generalize your story by using the third person (“he,” “they”) or the first person plural (“we”).
*Keep it short.

Reading 1
Exodus 34:4b-6, 8-9
Early in the morning Moses went up Mount Sinai
as the LORD had commanded him,
taking along the two stone tablets.
Having come down in a cloud, the LORD stood with Moses there
and proclaimed his name, “LORD.”
Thus the LORD passed before him and cried out,
“The LORD, the LORD, a merciful and gracious God,
slow to anger and rich in kindness and fidelity.”
Moses at once bowed down to the ground in worship.
Then he said, “If I find favor with you, O Lord,
do come along in our company.
This is indeed a stiff-necked people; yet pardon our wickedness and sins,
and receive us as your own.”

-The Word of the Lord – Thanks be to God

Reading 2
2 Corinthians 13:11-13
Brothers and sisters, rejoice.
Mend your ways, encourage one another,
agree with one another, live in peace,
and the God of love and peace will be with you.
Greet one another with a holy kiss.
All the holy ones greet you.
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ
and the love of God
and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.

-The Word of the Lord – Thanks be to God

Gospel
John 3:16-18
God so loved the world that he gave his only Son,
so that everyone who believes in him might not perish
but might have eternal life.
For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world,
but that the world might be saved through him.
Whoever believes in him will not be condemned,
but whoever does not believe has already been condemned,
because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.

-The Gospel of the Lord -Praise to you Lord, Jesus Christ

Today’s Reflection

Becoming one with others is a beautiful and joyful thing. But we also know that it is not easy. Even a husband and wife who love each other must go through many struggles and difficulties to stay united and keep their happiness. The strong love between parents and children also faces many conflicts and hard times.

The mystery of the Trinity teaches us that the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit are three different Persons, yet one God. This is one of the most important teachings of Christianity, but it is also very hard for us to fully understand with our minds alone. How can three be one at the same time?

But the Trinity is not only about logic or deep thinking. It is about God’s love. God the Father looks at the Son with endless love, and Jesus the Son returns that love completely to the Father. The love flowing between them is the Holy Spirit. This beautiful explanation helps us feel the mystery of the Trinity in our hearts.

As Christians, we are blessed to share in this great mystery of God’s love. Because of this, our lives can become a joyful celebration filled with the love and unity of the Triune God. (이정주 아우구스티노 신부)

Sharing:

1. Let’s share a word or sentence that touched our hearts today.

2. Jesus died on the cross for us. What sacrifices are we making to follow Jesus? If we are not very active yet, what are some ways we can walk with Jesus through sacrifice and service?

3. While receiving the Eucharist, have you ever felt closer to Jesus or felt united with Him? Let’s reflect on that experience and talk about ways we can receive the Body and Blood of Christ more sincerely and respectfully.

4. Was there a time when you did not fully understand Jesus’ power, but later came to truly believe in Him? Please share your experience.
Resolution: After today’s reading, reflection, or video, how do you think you should change or grow in your life?