Exploring Belonging, Gifts, and Philanthropy with De’Amon Harges on the “To Be and Do” PodcastThis week’s episode of the “To Be and Do” podcast connects deeply with the roots of community wisdom and the powe…

Blog Post: Rethinking Hospitality—A Reflection on “To Be and Do”In this insightful episode of "To Be snd Do," host Philip Amerson shares heartfelt reflections on the evolving concept of openness within church communities, par…

On this episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson sits down with De'Amon Harges, a true champion for community interdependence and the original "roving listener." De'Amon’s work centers around connecting people and cultivati…

 In the latest "Because" episode of “To Be snd Do” Philip Amerson invites listeners to join him for “coffee time” and a reflection that goes far beyond sharing a simple cup. Through personal anecdotes and thoughtful …

 On this enlightening episode of the To Be and Do Podcast, host Philip Amerson sits down with Dr. Steven Curtis, a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, to dive deep into his new book, Rebalancing After Stress, Trauma and Addiction. The…

 In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," host Philip Amerson offers listeners a poignant—and somewhat humorous—reflection on the meaning of open and closed doors, both as physical realities and powerful metaphors for belonging,…

 If you’ve ever wondered why stress seems to be growing, or how trauma and addiction impact our daily lives.  This episode of the To Be snd Do podcast provides fascinating insights on these questions. Host Philip Amerson welcomes…

In this heartfelt episode of the To Be snd Do podcast, host Philip Amerson shares deeply personal stories about what he calls “Angelus moments”—those remarkable instances in life when one feels so transported, loved, or at peace …

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…

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…

 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…

 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: 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: 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 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 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…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…

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: 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…