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.
Loneliness touches everyone at times, but it doesn’t have to have the final word. Father Gene reflects on how purposeful gathering—small, intentional moments of connection—can grow into real community, offering space to listen, share, laugh, and walk through life together.
Some lessons arrive softly, reminding us that caring for others begins with caring for ourselves. Father Gene shares why creating sacred space for “me” isn’t selfish—it’s essential—and how learning to say “I can’t” can become an act of love.