Going the Extra Mile
What does it mean to go the extra mile? It may simply mean seeing what needs to be done and doing it. Most times going the extra mile comes naturally to us, and doing something that is considered to be above and beyond what is expected also serves as a teaching lesson for those around us. We as humans can go the extra mile physically — perhaps by helping an elderly neighbor shovel his driveway — but we can also do more for others in other ways as well. When we see someone who is sad, sit with them and offer comfort. In joy, celebrate with them. In our saddest times, there aren’t many words that change the reality, but physically being WITH someone can be exactly what is needed — going the extra mile.
In this FatherSide Chat, Fr. Gene reflects on the Psalm’s truth that we are “wonderfully made.” He challenges us to practice positivity daily, shaping not only how we see ourselves but how we uplift others—one small, consistent choice at a time.
In this FatherSide Chat, Fr. Gene tackles the decline of organized religion—not with panic, but with hope. He invites us to rethink how we live and express faith, and to rediscover God through honest conversation, community, and courageous connection.