Redemption is possible, and it is the measure of a civilized society.
From Greg Boyle
I always have a funny story at communion time that underscores that no one is perfect, and that communion is not for perfect people but for hungry people.
People have started to see that 'smart on crime' rather than 'tough on crime' makes sense.
In Los Angeles, the gang capital of the world, we have 1,100 gangs and 120,000 gang members so it is a daunting, complex social dilemma.
The employer is not going to choose the gang member who's just been released from prison: they're going to choose the person with the skills.
Young people can change and grow. Every parent knows that.
Homeboy Bakery is an alternative to kids who have found themselves, regrettably, in gangs and want to redirect their lives.
I wouldn't trade my life for anybody's.
Does God feel like that same-sex marriage could happen? I don't think anybody who has a connection to God and God's understanding and depth of compassion who's gonna say 'no.'
The Church should say, 'I'm frightened that women will be ordained;' that's honest, say that. But don't say, 'It's a grave sin,' because that's nonsense.
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