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S2E2 Healing the Hurting ❤️ Greg Boyle
Follow Forward S2 Ep2 | Healing the Hurting ❤️ Greg Boyle What if the answer to gang violence isn't tougher policing—but deeper healing? In this compelling episode of the Follow Forward Podcast, Tim sits down with Gregory Boyle, Jesuit priest, bestselling author, and founder of Homeboy Industries—the world's largest gang intervention, rehabilitation, and re-entry programme—to explore a radically different approach to transformation. For more than three decades, Greg has walked alongside thousands of formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated men and women in Los Angeles. What began as a small parish response to escalating gang violence has grown into a global movement rooted not in punishment, but in compassion, kinship, and healing. Together, Tim and Greg explore why violence is always "about something else," how trauma shapes behaviour, why jobs alone don't transform lives, and why healing—not employment—is the true foundation for lasting change. They discuss fatherlessness, hope, belonging, servant leadership, Ubuntu, and the life-changing power of unconditional love. About Gregory Boyle Gregory Boyle is a Jesuit priest, bestselling author, and the founder of Homeboy Industries in Los Angeles, California. Since 1988, he has dedicated his life to accompanying gang-involved and formerly incarcerated men and women through rehabilitation, healing, education, employment, and community. Under his leadership, Homeboy Industries has become the world's largest gang intervention and re-entry programme, serving thousands of people each year. Greg is the author of several acclaimed books, including Tattoos on the Heart, Barking to the Choir, and The Whole Language. His message of radical compassion, kinship, and hope has inspired leaders, churches, and communities across the world. We'd love to hear from you! If this episode encouraged or challenged you, let us know in the comments. Questions, comments or feedback followforward@messageglobal.org If this conversation blessed you, please: Like the video Leave a comment Share it with someone who needs to hear it Subscribe to the Follow Forward Podcast so you never miss an episode. Connect with Homeboy Industries: Website: https://homeboyindustries.org/ Social Media: Facebook - @homeboyindustries Twitter - @homeboyind Instagram - @homeboyindustries LinkedIn - homeboy-industries YouTube – Jobs Not Jails About the Follow Forward Podcast Follow Forward is a podcast exploring Real Stories. Global Voices. Christ-centred Servant Leadership. Hosted by Tim Tucker, each episode features authentic conversations with Christian leaders from around the world who are faithfully serving Jesus in diverse cultures and contexts. Together, we explore leadership, mission, discipleship, justice, evangelism, and the practical realities of following Christ today. Conversation Note At Follow Forward, we believe meaningful conversations have the power to challenge, inspire, and help us grow. Throughout this season, you'll hear stories and perspectives from guests representing a wide range of cultures, experiences, and theological viewpoints. While every guest speaks from their own convictions and lived experience, the views expressed in each episode are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Follow Forward or our team. Part of following forward is recognising that we can all learn and grow by listening to people who may not share the same convictions we do. Our heart is to create a space for honest dialogue that encourages thoughtful reflection, deeper understanding, and a closer walk with Jesus Christ. Our aim is not merely to manage conversations—it is to model the way of Jesus in every conversation.
