16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Readings: Genesis 18:1-10; Colossians 1:24-28
On this 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, the encounter between Abraham and the three mysterious visitors under the oak of Mamre invites us to contemplate the mystery of the Holy Trinity—three persons, one God, acting in perfect unity. These visitors not only foretell the birth of Isaac but also foreshadow the redeeming presence of the Triune God who enters human history to fulfill His promises. Saint Paul, in his letter to the Colossians, speaks of the glorious mystery now revealed to all nations: Christ, the visible image of the invisible God, dwelling in us. Redemption is not the isolated work of the Son alone but the loving act of the Father who sends, the Son who saves, and the Spirit who sanctifies. This divine unity and mutual self-giving reveal the very heart of God—a communion of love that now reaches out to draw all humanity into fellowship. As Christians, we are not merely recipients of grace but witnesses to this mystery, called to reflect the glory of the Trinity in how we live, love, and share the Good News. Let’s reflect: Do I live in a way that reflects the unity, love, and mission of the Holy Trinity, allowing the mystery of God’s presence to be revealed through my words and actions?
Don Giorgio