Today we celebrate the feast of the Most Holy Trinity, or should I say the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. The Gospel today contains the verse John 3:16 -- "For 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." At sporting events, usually football games, we see fans holding up signs that say "John 3:16." Let's pray we have football to watch in the fall!
This Feast is a good time to thank God for the power of the saving word proclaimed in our midst when we gather for worship. Through the word we know that God created us in goodness. Through the word we know that God has redeemed us and saved us from our sins. Through the word we know that the Holy Spirit sanctifies and strengthens us. Let us open our hearts to the power and presence of God in the holy word.
Today is also Father’s Day. Happy Father’s Day to all Dads. Fathers come in all shapes and sizes; some are strict, others lenient; some are very present in the lives of their children, others absent; some have left inspiring legacies for their children; others have left scars; some mean well, others do well. Children and fathers expect a lot from each other. Fathers: do your best to make yourself known to your children; above all be kind and merciful to your sons and daughters. Children: Do your best to embrace the life given to you; above all be understanding and forgiving of your father’s shortcomings.
Summer officially begins Tuesday! Let us pray that we may use well our summer respite for rest and recreation and recollection. May the Lord protect us all from summer dangers and help us to see in the heat of summer a hint of the passion of your love.
