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The Future of Patchwork Central, Community, and Hope
Oct. 9, 2025

The Future of Patchwork Central, Community, and Hope

To Be and Do Podcast: Episode Reflection – The Future of Patchwork, Community, and HopeIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson sits down once again with Amy and John Rich, co-directors of Patchwork Central in…
Why Our Approach to Scripture Matters
Oct. 6, 2025

Why Our Approach to Scripture Matters

Blog Post: Exploring “Because” – Why Our Approach to Scripture MattersIn the latest episode of To Be snd Do, titled “Because,” host Philip Amerson invites listeners into a thoughtful conversation about why and how…
Exploring Community, Flexibility, and Holistic Care at Patchwork Central
Oct. 2, 2025

Exploring Community, Flexibility, and Holistic Care at Patchwork Central

 On the latest episode of "To Be and Do," host Philip Amerson sits down with Amy and John Rich, co-directors of Patchwork Central in Evansville, Indiana. The conversation offers a deep dive into the unique mission, day-to-day operations, an…
Embracing Embarrassment for a More Meaningful Life
Sept. 29, 2025

Embracing Embarrassment for a More Meaningful Life

 In this thoughtful "Because" episode of To Be and Do, host Philip Amerson invites listeners into a reflective space he calls the "because moments." Drawing on inspiration from the renowned Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, Amerson explores a p…
Living in Community
Sept. 25, 2025

Living in Community

Living in Community: Key Insights on the To Be and Do PodcastOn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson dives deep into a critical and often overlooked question: How can we live more interdependently in our communit…
Finding Grace in the Wilderness
Sept. 22, 2025

Finding Grace in the Wilderness

Finding Grace in the Wilderness: Reflections from "To Be snd Do"Philip Amerson invite listeners to pause with a warm cup of coffee and reflect on the power of grace, presence, and scripture. Through storytelling and thoughtful exploration, the…
Embracing Hope and Resilience in United Methodism — Reflections from Bishop Tracy Smith Malone
Sept. 19, 2025

Embracing Hope and Resilience in United Methodism — Reflections from Bishop Tracy Smith Malone

 Embracing Hope and Resilience in United Methodism — Reflections from Bishop Tracy Smith MaloneIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson sits down for a deeply inspiring and candid conversation with Bishop…
Coffee Time Again: Friendship, Spirituality, and the Joy of Presence
Sept. 15, 2025

Coffee Time Again: Friendship, Spirituality, and the Joy of Presence

Coffee Time Again: Friendship, Spirituality, and the Joy of PresenceIn this thoughtful episode of To Be and Do, host Philip Amerson weaves together music, scripture, and moving stories to invite listeners into an exploration of friendship, prese…
Bishop Tracy Smith Malone’s Global Vision
Sept. 12, 2025

Bishop Tracy Smith Malone’s Global Vision

A Milestone Episode: Bishop Tracy Smith Malone’s Global Vision on “To Be and Do” PodcastThis latest episode of To Be and Do is a heartfelt journey through the life and ministry of Bishop Tracy Smith Malone, the first female E…
The Power of Starting Your Day With Intention
Sept. 8, 2025

The Power of Starting Your Day With Intention

In the latest “To Be and Do” podcast, host Philip Amerson delivers a short thoughtful episode that invites listeners into a simple, transformative experiment. With the music of Ken Medema's warm greeting—“Clock strikes ten.…
Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy
Sept. 5, 2025

Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy

Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy Podcast: To Be and DoHost: Philip AmersonGuest: Seana MurphyIn this heartfelt encore episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson welcomes back Seana Murphy, recen…
Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and Belonging
Aug. 28, 2025

Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and Belonging

To Be and Do Podcast: Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and BelongingOn this episode of the To Be and Do podcast hosted by Philip Amerson, listeners are treated to the wisdom and lived experience of Dr. Charlie Nelms—a li…
Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”
Aug. 25, 2025

Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”

Blog Post: Preserving Truth in Modern Times — Reflections from “To Be and Do”In this bite-sized episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson welcomes listeners into what he calls a "because moment"—a new seg…
A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope
Aug. 21, 2025

A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope

Blog Post: A Journey of Belonging, History, and Hope In the inaugural episode of the "To Be and Do" podcast, host Philip Amerson invite listeners into an engaging conversation with Dr. Charlie Nelms—renowned educator, servant leader…
Building Authentic Belonging
Aug. 14, 2025

Building Authentic Belonging

Blog Post: Building Authentic Belonging When it comes to building real community and fostering genuine belonging, there’s a world of difference between transactional help and true connection. The latest episode of the “To Be a…
Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture
Aug. 7, 2025

Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture

Belonging, Surprise, and a Guest’s Posture: If you’re looking for a podcast about genuine connection, asset-based community development, and the deep spirituality of everyday encounters, “To Be snd Do” from the Bel…
Civic Bloom is “Helping Communities Flourish”— with Jonathan Massimi
July 31, 2025

Civic Bloom is “Helping Communities Flourish”— with Jonathan Massimi

The "To Be snd Do" podcast, from the Belonging Exchange and hosted by Philip Amerson, kick off a deeply reflective episode featuring Jonathan Massimi—an Anglican priest and director of Civic Bloom. This conversation orbits around themes of c…
Navigating Change, Racism, and Hope at Indiana University (Petition Attached)
July 16, 2025

Navigating Change, Racism, and Hope at Indiana University (Petition Attached)

On this To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson delivers a passionate and deeply informed reflection on troubling developments at Indiana University (IU) and explores the broader significance amidst contemporary American cultural shifts. Drawing…
Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice
July 16, 2025

Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice

To Be and To Do: Conspiring for Wholeness and Justice In this episode of "To Be and Do" from The Belonging Exchange podcast, host Phil Amerson embarks on an insightful exploration of what it means to live holistically as people of faith, pa…
A Reflection on Racism and Change
July 16, 2025

A Reflection on Racism and Change

To Be and Do Podcast:  – A Reflection on Racism and ChangeIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson delivers a thoughtful, honest, and sometimes impassioned reflection on the current state of racism in Ame…
The Chairs upon Which We Sit - A Sermon by Philip Amerson
July 11, 2025

The Chairs upon Which We Sit - A Sermon by Philip Amerson

The Chairs upon Which We Sit(A Sermon Delivered at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Bloomington Indiana) Fourth Sunday of Pentecost                 &n…
Bearing Witness and Building Bridges in the Holy Land – Insights from “To Be and Do” with John Wagner
July 11, 2025

Bearing Witness and Building Bridges in the Holy Land – Insights from “To Be and Do” with John Wagner

In the latest episode of To Be snd Do, host Phil Amerson welcomed guest John Wagner, whose heartfelt witness from the West Bank and longtime activism provides a crucial perspective on justice, solidarity, and faith-driven action. Their thoughtful co…
Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel  with John Wagner from United Methodist for Kairos Response
July 4, 2025

Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel  with John Wagner from United Methodist for Kairos Response

To Be snd Do: Revisiting the Roots and Realities of Faith in Palestine and Israel In this thoughtful episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson sits down with Reverend John Wagner, a pivotal voice in United Methodists for Kairos R…
A Conversation with Inspiration: Jacaiya Gross on To Be and Do
June 26, 2025

A Conversation with Inspiration: Jacaiya Gross on To Be and Do

On the latest episode of “To Be snd Do,” host Phil Amerson sits down with an impressive and determined young woman, Jacaiya Gross, a sophomore at Indiana University. With warmth and curiosity, Phil delves into Jacaiya’s journey…