How Do We Clean The Tank?

In this reflective episode of FatherSide Chats, Father Gene draws a metaphor from fish tanks, highlighting the importance of cleaning our "fish tanks" or changing our attitudes to improve the atmosphere in which we live. Click below to listen as Father acknowledges the challenge of navigating relationships and striving to live up to ideals in an imperfect world.

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