Coffee Time Again: Friendship, Spirituality, and the Joy of Presence In 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” Podcast This latest episode of To Be and Do is a heartfelt journey through the life and ministry of Bishop Tracy Smith Malone, the first female Episcopal leader in…

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. Coffee time again”—The …

Celebrating Abundance and Community: Lessons from Seana Murphy  Podcast: To Be and DoHost: Philip AmersonGuest: Seana Murphy In this heartfelt encore episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Philip Amerson welcomes back Seana Murphy, recently a…

To Be and Do Podcast: Wisdom from Dr. Charlie Nelms on Action, History, and Belonging On 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 lifelong…

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 segment focused on short, r…

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, and advoc…

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 and Do” podcast, h…

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 Belonging Exchange continues to …

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 communi…

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…

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, particu…

To Be and Do Podcast:  – A Reflection on Racism and Change In 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 America. Drawi…

The Chairs upon Which We Sit (A Sermon Delivered at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Bloomington Indiana) Fourth Sunday of Pentecost                                                   June 29, 2025 Philip Amerson                             …

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…

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 Respon…

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, passions, and as…

Celebrating Legacy, Leadership, and Community: Dr. Gloria Howell on "To Be and Do" In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," we were treated to an inspiring and insightful conversation with Dr. Gloria Howell, the director of the Neal-Marshall Bl…

Finding Belonging and Resilience: Jaciaya Gross on To Be and Do Podcast In the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson sits down with Jaciaya Gross, an inspiring sophomore at Indiana University, to discuss her journey thro…

Finding Belonging and Animation in Ministry: Lessons from Mike Mather on “To Be and Do” In the latest bonus episode of the “To Be and Do” podcast, host Philip Amerson invites listeners into a deeply reflective conversation with Rev. Michael Mat…

Blog Post:  In the latest episode of the “To Be and Do” podcast, host Phil Amerson takes us on a heartfelt journey about community, connection, and the simple yet profound joys of gathering. Drawing from years of tradition, Phil discusses the b…

To Be and Do: Lessons in Community, Love, and Imagination with Seana Murphy On the latest episode of To Be and Do, host Phil Amerson warmly welcomes Seana Murphy for a profound conversation about love, abundance, and resilience in community lif…

On the latest episode of “To Be and Do,” host Phil Amerson welcomes Seana Murphy—a proud parent, community leader, educator, and one of his “many teachers”—for an inspiring and deeply candid conversation. Their discussion moves gracefully through …

Philip Amerson                                                                      May 1, 2025 Sickness Unto Death Hope, when joined with mutual respect, becomes the oxygen supply for the lungs of a healthy democracy. In these troubled times, …