Father Greg Boyle: Can a Tender God Ignite Social Change?

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August 20, 2024 • 53 mins

Father Greg Boyle joins Rainn Wilson to delve into how spirituality and unshakable goodness can address the urgent crises facing today's society. They explore themes of tenderness, forgiveness, and the transformative power of viewing others through a lens of compassion. Father Boyle shares compelling insights from his work with gang members, illustrating how a re-imagined approach to divinity can lead to personal and societal healing. This discussion is not just about theology; it's about applying spiritual truths to enhance our human experience and solve real-world problems. Father Greg Boyle is a Jesuit priest and the founder of Homeboy Industries, the largest gang intervention and rehabilitation program in the world, based in Los Angeles. Known for his compassionate approach to working with former gang members, he has dedicated his life to providing support, job training, and community for those seeking a way out of gang life. Boyle is also a celebrated author and speaker, often sharing his insights on kinship, social justice, and the power of unconditional love. His work has inspired countless individuals and has significantly impacted efforts to reduce gang violence and promote healing in communities. Thank you to our sponsors! HOKA: https://bit.ly/HokaSoulBoom LMNT: http://drinklmnt.com/SoulBoom Pique Tea: (15% off!): https://piquelife.com/SOUL Waking Up app (1st month FREE!): https://wakingup.com/soulboom Fetzer Institute: https://fetzer.org/ Sign up for our newsletter! https://soulboom.substack.com SUBSCRIBE to Soul Boom!! https://bit.ly/Subscribe2SoulBoom Watch our Clips: https://bit.ly/SoulBoomCLIPS Watch WISDOM DUMP: https://bit.ly/WISDOMDUMP Follow us! Instagram: http://instagram.com/soulboom TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@soulboom Sponsor Soul Boom: partnerships@voicingchange.media Work with Soul Boom: business@soulboom.com Send Fan Creations, Questions, Comments: hello@soulboom.com Produced by: Kartik Chainani Executive Produced by: Ford Bowers, Samah Tokmachi Spring Green Films Production Supervisor: Mike O'Brien Voicing Change Media Theme Music by: Marcos Moscat

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