-information courtesy of the office of Rep. Frank Sossamon
Freedom Life Church of God pastor the Rev. William Brodie received the Governor’s Volunteer Service Award in a ceremony at the church on June 2.
Rep. Frank Sossamon presented the award, which honors individuals and groups that embody the true spirit of volunteerism, making a significant impact through their selfless efforts, according to a press statement from Clai Keel from Sossamon’s office.
Brodie’s extensive volunteer work spans multiple roles and institutions and showcases his unwavering commitment to helping others, the statement read.
“It’s my hope and prayer that the good spirit of volunteerism displayed in Rev. William Brodie’s life will spread throughout our community and we’ll see an increase of people of all ages signing up to serve in some capacity in our community organizations,” Sossamon said.
In his role as a chaplain at Maria Parham Health, Brodie’s compassionate care and support provide comfort to patients and their families. His volunteerism extends to pastoral care at both Duke and UNC hospitals.
In addition to his work within healthcare facilities, Brodie dedicates his time to transporting local seniors to health appointments and ensures that military veterans have reliable transportation to and from the VA, reinforcing his commitment to serving those who have served our country.
Brodie’s volunteer efforts are not confined to health-related services, not by a long shot. His dedication to Freedom Life Church in Henderson is equally significant, where he continues to provide spiritual guidance and support. Moreover, Brodie is the proud founder and pastor of I Am My Brother’s Keeper Ministry, an organization dedicated to uplifting and assisting community members in need.
Brodie actively participates in community safety initiatives as well, such as volunteering for the Pinkston Street Community Watch and the Vance County Public Safety Task Force.
Lisa Radford, volunteer coordinator at Maria Parham Health, praised Brodie’s unwavering dedication, noting, “Mr. Brodie was one of the few pastors who continued to come to the hospital during the pandemic. He is known to always be dressed for success, wearing a fine suit and sometimes a matching fancy hat.”
Brodie’s remarkable volunteerism exemplifies the spirit of the Governor’s Volunteer Service Award, and his contributions have made a lasting positive impact on countless lives in the community.