Resurrection South Austin

Fr Shawn McCain Tirres on Trinity Sunday (June 15, 2025) This Trinity Sunday sermon takes an unconventional approach to one of Christianity's most challenging concepts. Rather than attempting to explain the Trinity as abstract doctrine (which Father Shawn admits often leads to heretical explanations anyway), this message invites listeners to understand God through divine actions throughout history. The sermon argues that Scripture isn't primarily a theological textbook but humanity's testimony about what God has actually done in the world - from creation through Christ's incarnation to the Spirit's ongoing work. This perspective transforms Trinity from a confusing concept into good news about a God who actively loves and works on our behalf. Delivered on Father's Day, the message also redefines authentic masculinity through Jesus' example of humble, self-giving love. The sermon culminates with a challenge: if we truly believe in this Trinitarian God who acts in history, how should that shape our response t