Why Does It Land?
We may not always see the benefits that people receive from things that are shared or taught. There are many things that we hear throughout our lives that simply “land,” or strike us to the core. A common human experience is to have good days and not-so-good days. These experiences allow us to be in touch
with our neighbors.
What does it really mean to say, “I’m in”? In this FatherSide Chat, Father Gene explores Ash Wednesday and Lent not as rituals of guilt, but as intentional renewal. A season to recommit, refocus, and choose something better for ourselves and those around us.
Some moments stay with us forever—the instant understanding clicks, or gratitude suddenly deepens. Father Gene reflects on recognizing “the good stuff”: learning, resilience, and the quiet sacrifices of those who came before us that made our own lives possible.