the trinity

what is the trinity?

the trinity is three persons (father, son, and holy spirit) in one god. each person is fully god and distinct from the other persons

what does 'revelation' mean in christianity?

revelation is something revealed by god to humans. the trinity reveals part of the mystery of god to catholics

how does the trinity reveal god to catholics

• outside as the father and creator → god as the father is seen as the creator of everything, existing beyond and above us

• beside as son and saviour → god the son lived among humans, walked beside the, and saved them through his death and resurrection

• inside as strengthening holy spirit → god the holy spirit lives within believers, giving them strength, guidance, and faith

what old testament verse emphasises the oneness of god?

deuteronomy - "hear, O Israel: the lord our god is one lord"

how is the trinity involved in baptism?

baptism is performed using water in the name of the father, the son, and the holy spirit

how is the trinity involved in the eucharist?

• begins with the sign of the cross

• eucharistic prayer gives thanks to the father

• the son is made present in the consecrated bread and wine

• the holy spirit enables transubstantiation