Tattoos on the Heart Quiz

Greg Boyle is a pastor running Homeboy Industries, a gang-intervention program, and shares his experiences through parables inspired by faith.

1. Boyle encounters Bill, whose father is dying of cancer, symbolizing God's watchful love. 2. Boyle helps Willy, a student in need, demonstrating God's love and humility.

1. Carmen seeks Boyle's help to overcome drug addiction, revealing shame as a common barrier. 2. Boyle recalls Lula, a special education student who finds pride in his attendance despite poor grades.

<p>Boyle sees compassion as the beauty that allows people to unite with the outcasts of society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Boyle baptizes George Martinez, whose brother is murdered before the ceremony. 2. A former gang member expresses his self-worth through a phone call to Boyle, illustrating redemption.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Boyle offers to help Grumpy remove his tattoos, showing his commitment to transformation. 2. Leo learns that change must come from within despite Boyle's wishes for him.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>During Mass in prison, racial boundaries dissolve as prisoners unite through laughter. 2. Boyle visits Flaco in the hospital, confronting his gang's hostility.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Spider cares for his family selflessly, embodying God's joy. 2. Boyle reflects on his father's pain and the significance of love amidst suffering.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>The death of Scrappy impacts the community deeply. 2. Boyle believes in sharing lives rather than merely improving the conditions of the poor.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

<ol> <li>Boyle shares a moment of laughter with Louie, a recently released teen. 2. Boyle offers Lencho, a former inmate, work while affirming his value and respect.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers