Edges of Population
Education is one of the ways the Marianists bring people, especially those who have been excluded, into the main stream of culture. From the very beginning, the Marianists have remained committed to living with and working with those who are on the edges of society.
In this FatherSide Chat, Father Gene reflects on growing up, finding your identity, and learning how to share your unique “song” with the world—balancing individuality and belonging while navigating rejection, growth, and the challenge of staying true to yourself.
What does a truly successful life look like? Father Gene challenges the usual definitions of status and achievement, offering a deeper, more human measure rooted in relationships, presence, and impact—being someone others genuinely want to invite back into their lives.