Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen Finding Understanding in Impossible Times (Father Gregory Boyle)
Dec 19, 2024
Gregory Boyle, a Jesuit priest and founder of Homeboy Industries, shares his profound insights on love and belonging. He emphasizes that everyone is unshakably good and highlights the distinction between forgiveness and mercy, using the biblical story of the prodigal son. Boyle discusses how to view social issues as signals for deeper concerns rather than moral failings. He also explores the power of human connection in overcoming fear and fostering healing, stressing the importance of community support and believing in the innate goodness of others.
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T-Shirt Anecdote
- Father Boyle recounts seeing a "Love, Not Hate" t-shirt and feeling uneasy.
- He argues that such slogans can hinder progress by creating divisions instead of fostering unity.
Hate as a Health Issue
- Father Boyle links rising hate crimes to the mental health crisis, not increased immorality.
- He suggests addressing hate by focusing on healing rather than confrontation.
Unconditional Love and Belonging
- Father Boyle emphasizes the importance of unconditional love.
- He believes everyone is inherently good and deserves belonging, regardless of their actions.
