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"To Be And Do" with Philip Amerson — 142 episodes
Best of To Be and Do: Bridging Communities and Circles of Joy with Calvin and Nelia Kimbrough
Because: The Power of Storytelling in Overcoming Division and Creating Belonging
Best of "To Be and Do": Understanding ICE, Civil Enforcement, and the Immigration Legal Maze with Christie Popp
Because: Welcoming Strangers and Neighbors: Reflections on Belonging and Hospitality
God Be With You Understanding the Heartfelt Power Behind Each Goodbye
Because: Trash on the Ground Divisions of Wealth, Blame, and Christian Charity
Lessons in Grief A Father’s Story of Faith Amid Tragedy with Tom Heaton
Because: Learning from Extended Families: Challenging Traditional Notions in Church Communities
Mission Guatemala’s Story: Partnership, Health, and Lasting Change with Tom Heaton
Because: Understanding Scripture: Exploring the Meaning Beyond the Words
Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America
Because: Discovering Faith Beyond the Institution: Embracing God’s Work Outside Church Walls
Empowerment, Belonging, and Meaning: The Surprising Growth in Faith Communities
Because: Finding the Music of Faith Beyond the Instrument of Church
From Pulpit to Podcast: Brad Miller’s Journey of Faith, Laughter, and Transformation
Because: Discovering Faith Beyond Boundaries: The True Music of Parish Life
Navigating Transitions: Circles, Triangles, and Leadership in Faith Communities with Jonathan Massimi
Because: When Church Moves Beyond Walls: Communion From the Outside In
Exploring Community, Memory, and Technology with Jonathan Massimi
BECAUSE: Finding Thin Places: Music, Community, and Spiritual Renewal at the New Harmony Retreat
Connecting Community and Ministry: Tyler Brinks on Asset Based Development and Convening Change
Because: After the Storm: Reflections on Belonging, Communion, and Hope for Humanity
Finding Hope and Community in Changing Churches A Conversation with Tyler Brinks
Because: Sparkling Through Adversity: Lessons from Bob, Joe, and a Gospel Song
Why Neighborhoods Matter: Exploring Faith, Community, and Connection with Tim Soerens
"Because": A Long Obedience Toward Multicultural Faith Lessons from Broadway United Methodist
Rediscovering Church: Interdependence, Hope, and Joy in the Parish Collective with Tim Soerens
Because: Walking the Edge Reflections on Poetry Life and Faith in a World of Paradox
Walking the Camino and Finding Gratitude: Caring for the Soul in Ministry: Rachel Metheny on Spiritual Practices and Ministry
Because: Exploring The Vanishing Church: Faith as Community Versus Commodity
Signs of Hope and Community: Revitalizing Church Life with Rachel Metheny
Because: Quiet Acts of Courage: Calming the Klan Meeting in Evansville
United Methodist Education and DEI: A Global History of Opportunity and Inclusion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo
BECAUSE: Lent Reflection: Faithful Action Amidst ICE and Homeland Security Concerns
John Wesley and the Foundations of Methodist Missions: Lessons from History and Global Expansion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo
Because LENT 2026: The Church Is Still Alive: Exploring Morality in Modern Society
The Changing Face of Theological Education with Bob Hill and Philip Amerson
Because: Embracing Lent: Finding Your Place in the Parish and Soul
Honesty and Hope: Bob Hill’s Insights on Ministry, Community, and Chaplaincy at Boston University
Because: Exploring The Vanishing Church: Demography, Decline, and Hope in Faith Communities
ICE, Free Speech, and Immigrant Rights: Christie Popp Discusses Today’s Critical Issues
Because: When Faith Meets Fear: Quiet Resistance Against the Ku Klux Klan in Indiana
Understanding ICE, Civil Enforcement, and the Immigration Legal Maze with Christie Popp
Finding Enduring Joy Beyond Circumstance with Mark Feldmeir
Because: The "We Belong" Retreat: Renewing Spirits and Fostering Faith Leader Support
Because: Standing Together: Lessons from Rosa Parks and Dr. King on Nonviolent Loving Resistance
Because: Wrestling with Violence and Peacemaking: Reflections on Minneapolis and Kent State
Preaching Through Tragedy: Mark Feldmeir on Ministry, Healing, and Community
Because: Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy and Racism in 2026
Healing from Perfectionism: Ed Kilbourne and Philip Amerson on Changing Church Culture
Because: Rethinking the Ecology of Faith: Beyond Predator Christianity and Aquarium Boundaries
Be and Do 2026 Preview: Engaging Leaders and Creative Ministries
Stories, Songs, and Stones: Ed Kilbourne on Faith, Laughter, and Spiritual Change
Because: Reflecting on Life’s Next Chapter at the Dawn of 2026
Because: Turning the Page to 2026: Phil Amerson on Aging, Gratefulness, and Change
Because: Fear Not: Holiday Reflections on Hope, Symbols, and Remembering What Matters
"Because" - No One Is Garbage in God’s Realm: An Advent Conversation
Mind the Gap: Building Community and Belonging with Ken Medema and Phil Amerson
"Because": Meditating on Surprise, Loss, and the Nativity
Because: Finding New Life This Advent with Howard Thurman’s Inspiring Words
Because....Acts of Redemption in Crumbling Churches and Scattered Sanctuaries
Composing Change: Ken Medema’s Journey from Concerts to Justice Through Music
Because: Christmas Is Waiting to Be Born: Howard Thurman’s Advent Reflections
Art, Faith, and Community: The Life and Legacy of Calvin and Nelia Kimbrough Creating Belonging Through Art
Because: Finding Joy in Poetry and Life’s Simple Pleasures
Bridging Communities and Circles of Joy with Calvin and Nelia Kimbrough
Because: Finding Thin Moments of Grace: Coffee, Hot Chocolate, and Everyday Kindness
Revitalizing Faith: Identity Over Activity in Changing Times with Dr. Javon Caldwell Gross
Because: Belonging at Indiana University: Joys of Community and Concerns for the Future
Transforming Church and Community: Dr. Javon Caldwell Gross on Revitalization, Diversity, and Everyday Faith
Because: Racial Justice, Faith, and Academic Freedom: Phil Amerson Reflects on Indiana University Challenges with Herman B. Wells
Cultivating Community: De'Amon Harges on Gifts, Good Neighbors, and The Learning Tree
Because: Rethinking Open Doors: From Security to Hospitality in Modern Church Communities
Building Abundant Communities Through Social Banking and Storytelling with DeAmon Harges (Part 1)
Because: Unlocking Doors and Hearts: Hospitality and Belonging in Church Community
Finding Calm: Rebalancing the Stressed and Addicted Brain with Dr. Steven Curtis (Part 2)
Because: Locked Doors and Open Hearts: Exploring Hospitality in Houses of Worship
Understanding Stress, Trauma, and Addiction with Dr. Steven Curtis: Rebalancing in a Modern World (Part 1)
Because: Experiencing Angelus Moments in Everyday Life
Outlasting Adversity: Patchwork Central’s Evolving Mission with Amy and John Rich (Part 2)
Because: Why We Read Scripture: Exploring Meaning, Not Just Rules
Meandering Ministry and Holistic Community: The Story of Patchwork Central with Amy and John Rich (Part 1)
Because: The Cure of the Soul Starts with Honest Embarrassment
The Power of Community: Healing, Congregations, and Everyday Connections
Because: Lost and Found: Discovering Grace in Life’s Wilderness
Moving Forward United: Bishop Malone on Hope, Resilience, and the Future of United Methodism
Because: Coffee Time Again: Lessons on Friendship from Scripture and Story
Global United Methodism: Bishop Malone’s Insights on Vibrancy Across Continents
From Routine to Renewal: The Power of Starting the Day with Prayer
Celebrating Neighborhood Abundance and Hidden Economies with Seana Murphy (encore episode)
Carrying Courage and Kindness: Lessons from a Little Mirror
Moving Beyond Talk: Dr. Charlie Nelms on Turning Personal Responsibility into Community Action (Encore)
Preventing Truth Decay
Fostering Belonging and Equity Exploring Education with Dr. Charlie Nelms (Encore Presentation)
Who Is the Stranger? Learning to Belong Through Mutual Relationships with Johnathan Massimi (Encore Presentation)
Welcoming the Stranger Hospitality Lessons from Parish Life and Beyond w/ Jonathan Messimi (Encore Presentation)
Fostering Belonging: Jonathan Massimi Shares Stories of Abundance and Reciprocity (Encore Presentation)
Spiritual Resistance: How the Gospel Conspiracy Inspires Change and Unity
Facing Racism Together: How Real Change Begins in Community Not Just Conversation
Indiana University’s Crisis: Racism, Authoritarianism, and the Battle for Academic Freedom (Petition Included)
Bearing Witness: Jewish and Christian Action for Peace in the West Bank with Rev. John Wagner
Bridging Divides: John Wagner on Faith, Activism, and the Crisis in Palestine-Israel
Crime, Art, and Hope: How Jacaiya Gross Plans to Change the World
From Ancestral Wisdom to Campus Change: Dr. Gloria Howell on Leadership
DEI, Scholarships, and College Challenges: Jaciaya Gross’ Journey at Indiana University
"Having Nothing, Possessing Everything": A Conversation with pastor and author Rev. Michael Mather
From Mississippi Roots to Indiana Impact Dr Gloria Howell on Community, Belonging, and Leadership
Hosting Belonging: How Small Picnics Build Community (Trifling Picnic Update)
Love, Risk, and Community: Lessons in Belonging with Seana Murphy
Lessons from the Neighborhood: Discovering Strength and Support in Unexpected Places with Seana Murphy
Sickness Unto Death
Exploring Humanity Through Poetry with Kenton Hundley
Discover the Dream School of the Arts with Kenton Hundley
Exploring Altruism and Community with Bud Herron and Phil Amerson
Exploring the Impact of Local Newspapers with Bud Herron (Part 2)
"Houses of Fragrances" Sermon at First United Methodist Church, Boulder Colorado by Rev. Dr. Philip Amerson
A Journalist's Journey: Bud Herron's Insights on Connection and Culture (Part 1)
A Conversation with Elinor Ostrom: Seven Tribulations of Higher Education
A Conversation with Alfred Kinsey: Seven Tribulations of Higher Education
A Conversation with Ernie Pyle: The Seven Tribulations of Higher Education at Indiana University
A Conversation with Herman B Wells: Seven Tribulations of Higher Education at Indiana University, Bloomington
Embracing Authenticity: Bishop Ken Carder's Journey from Bubba to Bishop
Exploring Shifting Margins: Love, Belonging, and Moving Beyond Fear and Exclusion w/ Bishop Ken Carder
From Humble Beginnings to Philanthropy: Jerre Stead's Journey of Giving and Community Building
Leadership and Faith: Insights from Jerre Stead on Building Successful Teams (Part 1)
Christian Nationalism Examined: A Call for Inclusion and Faithful Representation with Philip Amerson
"Mercy Now" by Bud Herron
Embracing Action: Making the World Better with Dr. Charlie Nelms (Part 2)
Exploring Belonging with Charlie Nelms and Philip Amerson
From White Flight to Neighborhood Might: A Church's Journey-Philip Amerson chats wth Mike Mather, Part 3
From Beer Halls to Bible Studies: Surprising Paths in God’s Work: A Conversation with Rev. Mike Mather Part 2
Exploring New Imaginations in Ministry with Mike Mather and Philip Amerson: Part 1
Ignorance and Wisdom: How Greetings Reveal Deeper Life Lessons
A Friendship for the Ages: Learning from Clarence Smart
Embracing Interdependence: Jonathan Massimi on Seeing Communities with New Eyes | Ep.04
Embracing the Stranger: Lessons in Faith and Community | EP.05
Exploring Community Flourishment: Jonathan Massimi on Civic Bloom and Faith Integration | Ep.03
Discovering Joy: The Healing Power of Laughter in Faith
003. Bringing Diverse Minds Together: Insights from the Trifling Picnic and Belonging Exchange
Ep.02: Belonging Exchange Conversations: Creating Unity at The Trifling Picnic
Belonging Exchange Conversations at The Trifling Picnic
Welcome to the Be Do Podcast from The Belonging Exchange with Philip Amerson