Episode 21: Elevating Humanity, A Compassionate Response

 In this episode titled "Elevating Humanity, A Compassionate Response," Rev. Glencie Rhedrick, a leader with the Charlotte Coalition for Justice and Associate Pastor in the Baptist tradition, alongside Shakethia Rorie, a Nurse Educator at Wake Forest Atrium Health and member of Zion Memorial Baptist Church, discuss their approaches to fostering compassion and justice within their communities. They share insights on how their faith and professional roles intersect in addressing social injustices and promoting health and well-being. The conversation highlights the importance of a compassionate response to human suffering and the ways in which faith-based and healthcare communities can collaborate to elevate humanity through justice, advocacy, and care.Featured Guests: Rev. Glencie Rhedrick, Charlotte Coalition for Justice, Associate Pastor in the Baptist Tradition, Shakethia Rorie, Nurse Educator,Wake Forest Atrium Health, Zion Memorial Baptist ChurchThe COMPASS Initiative® Faith Coordinating Center, at Wake Forest University School of Divinity, focuses on educating and preparing ministry and nonprofit leaders to address HIV and faith in the Southern US. Through the Center, the Black Faith & HIV Initiative is a signature program of the School of Divinity and works to empower faith communities to address HIV and other health disparities and promote whole-person wellbeing.