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Flickr has at least one good photo of him. Searching Google yields even more pictures. He's a middle-aged black man who carries around a bright yellow / green sign with the phrase He's usually near Union Square, by the intersection of Market and Powell, but I've also seen him further east along Market and by AT&T Park. Who is he, and why does he stand outside all the time? |
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I don't think I can embed things uploaded to Twitpic, but here's a link: Jesus Christ loves you. This man's name is Jose. I've personally spoken with him. I asked his permission to take the photo, which is why you can see he's clearly posed for it. If you've seen him but never said hi, take a few minutes next time; he's eloquent and friendly, and very polite. He used to live in New York, but has now been in San Francisco for around a decade, at least. He doesn't have a political agenda and isn't protesting with any group, or in opposition to any group, either. He simply wants everyone to know this message, and he's dedicated to spreading it. If you look closely, you can see that he even has the phrase embroidered on his hat and jacket. From speaking with him, I got the impression that he was non-judgmental on a personal level, which sounds pretty consistent with Jesus's teachings. What a breath of fresh air among a lot of crazy people with signs in the city! |
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Hahahahh!!!!! I used to see this guy all the time.. I have some stories of provoking him..just a little. The guy you are referring to is Dr. Owen Bias; who urges No Unlawful Sex. Some info on the web says he started preaching since 1974; I'm not sure. Though I used to talk with all the time. He is against everything: Masturbation, sex before marriage, same-sex, gays, etc.. He says men who have had sex before marriage are whore mongers and have to practice abstinence for the rest of your life! Talk about overkill! I added a perfect pic!
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This is a really useful picture of a weirdly religious local, but this isn't the guy I was thinking of!
(04 Dec '09, 05:52)
Sharon ♦
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is that the guy?