In 1986 Father Gregory Boyle became pastor of Dolores Mission Church, the poorest Catholic parish in Los Angeles with the highest concentration of gang activity. At the time, the prevailing means to deal with gang violence was mass incarceration. But where others saw criminals, Father Boyle saw people in need of help. He popularized the radical notion that even the most demonized individuals can thrive when given a second chance. Homeboy Industries was established, creating and operating its own job training businesses and services including a bakery, café, tattoo removal, education, workforce development and more-providing a vital training ground for thousands of homeboys and homegirls. Writer and activist Marylouise “Oatsie” Oates speaks with Father Boyle about his heroic mission to serve his community.