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.
In life’s deepest tragedies, words often fall short. Father Gene reflects on the quiet but powerful gift of simply being present—showing up, standing alongside others, and offering healing through presence when no explanation or comfort seems enough.
Father Gene reflects on how true religion begins at our everyday level—sharing meals, praying together, and asking simple yet profound questions like “Who’s hungry?” Discover how faith grows stronger when rooted in real conversations and community life.