The Elusive Dream Podcast

In episode 4, Dr. Korie and Pastor Rich discuss the meaning and relevance of the Black Church in the beloved community. They welcome the voice of Rev. Dr. David Emmanuel Goatley, the director of Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School. The main question is this, “What do we have to learn from the Black Church in this conversation?”

Show Notes

In episode 4, Dr. Korie and Pastor Rich discuss the meaning and relevance of the Black Church in the beloved community. They welcome the voice of Rev. Dr. David Emmanuel Goatley, the director of Black Church Studies at Duke Divinity School. The main question is this, “What do we have to learn from the Black Church in this conversation?”

  • Episode 3 Recap (0:27)
  • Personal Experience in the Black Church (2:04)
  • Why do we even have a Black Church? (7:32)
  • Black Church as a family (17:03)
  • Black Church Theology (24:01)
  • What can the White Church learn from the Black Church? (30:48)

What is The Elusive Dream Podcast?

What is the elusive dream? The Elusive Dream Season One is a conversation between sociologist, Dr. Korie Little Edwards and clergy, Pastor Rich Johnson about the intersection of race and religion. Together, we seek to uncover the hidden forces in our society that deepen racial injustices.