Pasadena, CA – Fr. Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries, will make a presentation at 7:00 pm in the La Salle Dining Hall on March 16. Fr. Boyle was ordained as a Jesuit priest in 1984, and his mission since has been been to address unmet needs of gang-related youth. As an alternative to the danger and destruction of the streets, Fr. Greg has advocated for “Jobs Not Jails” in his ministry. To this day, thousands of youth who were at risk of living lives of crime and violence now give credit to Fr. Greg that they are now able to live productive and meaningful lives.
Homeboy Industries provides social services, education, job training, and tattoo removal for those who wish to separate from gang life. Today Homeboy Industries comprises Homeboy Bakery, Homeboy Silkscreen, Homeboy/Homegirl merchandise, and Homegirl Café.
Fr. Greg will also be available to sign copies of his latest book, Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion , which will also be available for purchase.
See http://www.homeboy-industries.org for more.
For more information about the event please call 626.696.4313. There is no charge for admission. The School is located in north-east Pasadena at 3880 East Sierra Madre Boulevard. Ample free parking is available on campus.
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