In this powerful episode of To Be and Do, host Philip Amerson welcomes Michael Mather, Pastor of First United Methodist Church in Boulder, Colorado, A for a candid, enlightening discussion held at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Drawing from decades of ministry across diverse communities, Mike shares the transformative stories and hard lessons that have reshaped his understanding of poverty, ministry, relationship, and what it truly means to serve. Narrative Overview: Follow...

In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," host Philip Amerson continues an enlightening conversation with Michael Mather, focusing on their ministry experiences, particularly at Broadway United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. Throughout the episode, Mike and Philip delve into some transformative moments that reshaped their community involvement and approach to ministry. Here are three key takeaways from this engaging discussion: 1. Embracing Local Resources and Gifts Philip and Mike discovered...

In this thought-provoking episode of the "To Be and DO" podcast, host Philip Amerson engages in a deep and reflective conversation with Michael Mather, pastor of First United Methodist Church in Boulder, Colorado. This episode delves into the heart of grassroots ministry and the transformative power of community engagement. The discussion begins with a nostalgic look back at the concept of “advocates of the word”—a practice inspired by Philip's experiences with liberation theologians in Latin A...

In this heartwarming and insightful episode of "To Be and Do," host Philip Amerson sits down with his long-time friend, Michael Mather, who is the lead pastor at Boulder First United Methodist Church. The conversation starts with a delightful exchange about the weather in Colorado versus Indiana, showing the camaraderie and humor that mark their friendship. Notably, they highlight that they share early January birthdays, revealing the personal bonds that have shaped their relationship over the y...