Archive for May 19th, 2007
Understanding the Mindset of a Gang Member
Saturday, May 19th, 2007Panel – Featuring Blinky Rodriguez (and 12! other ex-gang members and workers) Q: East LA church plant wants to reach gang members. “Church doesn’t work for them,” but they want God. How do we help them grow? A1: Find the leader. Train him. Blinky: Find a relevant point of contact. What does that individual need? [...]
Texas Releases 226 "Improperly Jailed" Youth
Saturday, May 19th, 2007“Sentences are often extended inconsistently or in retaliation for filing grievances… The review is one of many ongoing reforms to the state’s juvenile system after the disclosure of allegations of sexual abuse of inmates by staff and a possible cover-up by agency officials.” Article.sample free movies sexmovie free teengang movies bangmale porn movies gaymovies gagged [...]
Out of the Wreckage, Men’s Session
Saturday, May 19th, 2007I fully intended to live blog more of UYWI this year, but in between four workshops, the pre-conference justice forum, and just catching up with old friends and meeting new ones, it hasn’t been possible. So consider subscribing to the Free Podcast (audio and video) and take your own notes. Here are my notes [...]
I surrender
Saturday, May 19th, 2007For the second time this week, I was overcome in a worship service (5 minutes ago) by the lyrics to this song. “Take my heart, and form it Take my mind, transform it Take my will, conform it To yours, to yours, oh Lord”movies girlsgossip girl moviefree hardcore movieshellraiser moviesmovie horror masksi movies love sexmovies [...]
Build an Ark (Act of Random Kindness)
Saturday, May 19th, 2007In conjunction with the upcoming movie Evan Almighty (trailer below), check out Ark Almighty — an awareness campaign inspiring random acts of kindness. Even better: a culture of compassion.