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Jul 2024
59m 11s

From Gangs to Growth: Father Greg Boyle ...

Jon Bernthal
About this episode

Join Richard Cabral as he sits down with Father Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, in this inspiring episode of RESILIENCE. Explore the transformative journey from gang life to community leadership, and discover how healing-centered approaches are changing lives. Father Greg shares profound insights from his decades of work, offering hope and practical wisdom for anyone interested in social justice and personal transformation.


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Key moments:

  • 00:05:00 - The origins of Homeboy Industries
  • 00:15:14 - Shift from job-centric to healing-centric approach
  • 00:30:00 - Challenges of drug addiction and mental health in the community
  • 00:39:37 - The power of relational wholeness
  • 00:47:13 - Finding one's true self through love and community
  • 00:54:00 - Balancing targeted help with community inclusivity





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