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The Trinity Dome: One of the Basilica’s largest portrayals of Jesus is found in the Trinity Dome in the Great Upper Church. In this 31.5 foot-tall portrayal, Jesus is depicted beside God the Father and the Holy Spirit (as represented by a dove). A blue and white aureole crowns His head, and He wears robes of white and red. In one hand He holds a cross, while the other hand is extended towards the Father... SOURCE: The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.
By Fr. Jerry Pokorsky, Catholic Culture, May 25, 2026
Fr. Jerry Pokorsky is a priest of the Diocese of Arlington who has also served as a financial administrator in the Diocese of Lincoln. Trained in business and accounting, he also holds a Master of Divinity and a Master’s in moral theology. Father Pokorsky co-founded both CREDO and Adoremus, two organizations deeply engaged in authentic liturgical renewal. He writes regularly for a number of Catholic websites and magazines. See full bio.
In our highly politicized culture, we often use secular terms such as “issues” or “Church policies” to refer to the precepts of Catholic morality. However, policies come and go. God’s law remains forever. The framework and vocabulary of traditional Catholic moral theology reinforce the moral certainties that uphold our human dignity.
The Blessed Trinity is the first mystery of the faith, gradually revealed throughout the Scriptures. The Father is Creator through His Word, Jesus, while the Holy Spirit sanctifies us: Creator (Genesis); Redeemer (the Gospels); Sanctifier (Pentecost).
The eternal communion of love within the Blessed Trinity is infinitely perfect. God does not need creation, for creation adds nothing to His perfection. Yet God freely creates and shares His goodness. He creates us to know, love, and serve Him in this life and to be happy with Him in the life to come. …
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