Friends Keep Showing Up

Real friendship isn't measured by convenience or shared interests alone. Father Gene reflects on the people who stay, the friends who accept us as we are, and why authentic relationships make life's journey richer, lighter, and more meaningful.

September 1, 2026
The Marianist Doxology is more than a prayer repeated from memory—it is a way of understanding how we are called to live. Father Gene reflects on its meaning, Mary’s courageous “yes,” and the Marianist mission to bring God’s presence into the world.
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August 25, 2026
When life doesn't go the way we hoped, it's easy to question or even blame God. Father Gene explores what it means to surrender control without surrendering hope, trusting God while continuing to work, dream, and live faithfully through uncertainty.
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