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Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion

This book is a deeply personal narrative that delves into the lives of individuals struggling with poverty, addiction, and other challenges. The author shares their journey of finding purpose and meaning in their work with these young people, highlighting the profound impact of compassion and empathy in the face of adversity. more

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Greg Boyle
Greg Boyle

Greg Boyle, born in May 1954, is a renowned priest known for his work in the homeless community of Los Angeles. He is particularly recognized for founding Homeboy Industries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping former inmates and gang members reintegrate into society. Father Boyle's work has received widespread acclaim, and he has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award in 2014. His story has inspired people around the world to focus on social justice and community service. more

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“I used to tell the story about as a young man in high school one of the professors came in and put a broad white sheet on the board with a dot in the right hand corner and said, "Boys, what do you see?" And we all shouted, a black dot. He stood back and said, "not a single one of you saw the broad white sheet, you all saw the black dot." He went on to tell us to focus on the broader picture, don't focus on the negative.”