1Reflection for Sunday June 12, The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity: John 16:12-15

Gospel: John 16:12-15

Jesus said to his disciples: "I have much more to tell you, but you cannot bear it now. But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth. He will not speak on his own, but he will speak what he hears, and will declare to you the things that are coming.

He will glorify me, because he will take from what is mine and declare it to you. Everything that the Father has is mine; for this reason I told you that he will take from what is mine and declare it to you."

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Reflection:

The story is told about a responsible husband who suddenly died—without any sign of sickness. His wife and children, grieving deeply, cried out to God, “Why did this happen?” 

There truly are moments in our lives that are impossible to explain. Times when we are left in the dark, holding onto questions with no answers. Yet even in these painful mysteries, we are called to trust. 

We may not understand God's ways, but we must believe that somewhere, somehow, light will break through the darkness. Acceptance will come—not because the pain disappears, but because our faith in God remains unshaken. 

Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity—one of the deepest mysteries of our faith. One God in three Divine Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. 

How is this possible? How can three distinct Persons be one God? The answer is love. Love is the divine bond that unites the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. A love that is pure, selfless, and eternal. This same love is the foundation of unity in our families, friendships, and church ministries. Just as the Trinity is united in perfect love, we are called to reflect that unity in our relationships—with patience, humility, and compassion. 

It may be difficult for many of us to grasp the mystery of the Trinity. But some truths of our faith are not meant to be fully explained—they are meant to be embraced. The Dogma of the Holy Trinity is one of them: a divine mystery revealed not to confuse us, but to draw us into deeper awe and worship. 

But how can we embrace this sacred mystery if we seldom attend Holy Mass? If our Bible lies untouched in a forgotten corner of our home? If we rarely set aside time for prayer and do not live out our faith in action? — Marino J. Dasmarinas