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Father Joe Begins Tradition of Handing out PBJ Sandwiches

Apr 20, 1982 | Timeline

Father Joe Carroll Serving Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches in San Diego

1982

Once Father Joe became the new director of the St. Vincent de Paul Center he began his tradition of handing out peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to those experiencing poverty and homelessness in San Diego.

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