# "To Be And Do" with Philip Amerson

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Author: Philip Amerson
Episodes: 146

## Resource

Encouraging and cultivating a wider sense of mutuality and joy, the Belonging Exchangei provides resources, education, and times of celebration for congregations and local communities. One expression of this is through festivals and occasions for thoughtful reflection on faith and civic mutuality

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## Episodes
- [Best of To Be and Do:  Exploring Altruism and Community with Bud Herron and Phil Amerson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-exploring-altruism-and-community-with-bud-herron-and-phil-amerson) — 2026-07-31T10:00:00+00:00
- [Best of To Be and Do: Lessons in Grief A Father’s Story of Faith Amid Tragedy with Tom Heaton](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-lessons-in-grief-a-father-s-story-of-faith-amid-tragedy-with-tom-heaton) — 2026-07-24T10:00:00+00:00
- [Best of To Be and Do: Lessons from the Neighborhood: Discovering Strength and Support in Unexpected Places with Seana Murphy](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-lessons-from-the-neighborhood-discovering-strength-and-support-in-unexpected-places-with-seana-murphy) — 2026-07-17T10:00:00+00:00
- [Best of To Be and Do: Why Neighborhoods Matter: Exploring Faith, Community, and Connection with Tim Soerens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-why-neighborhoods-matter-exploring-faith-community-and-connection-with-tim-soerens) — 2026-07-10T10:00:00+00:00
- [Best of To Be and Do: Bridging Communities and Circles of Joy with Calvin and Nelia Kimbrough](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-bridging-communities-and-circles-of-joy-with-calvin-and-nelia-kimbrough) — 2026-07-03T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: The Power of Storytelling in Overcoming Division and Creating Belonging](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-the-power-of-storytelling-in-overcoming-division-and-creating-belonging) — 2026-06-29T10:00:00+00:00
- [Best of "To Be and Do":  Understanding ICE, Civil Enforcement, and the Immigration Legal Maze with Christie Popp](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/best-of-to-be-and-do-understanding-ice-civil-enforcement-and-the-immigration-legal-maze-with-christie-popp) — 2026-06-26T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Welcoming Strangers and Neighbors: Reflections on Belonging and Hospitality](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-welcoming-strangers-and-neighbors-reflections-on-belonging-and-hospitality) — 2026-06-22T10:00:00+00:00
- [God Be With You Understanding the Heartfelt Power Behind Each Goodbye](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/god-be-with-you-understanding-the-heartfelt-power-behind-each-goodbye) — 2026-06-19T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because:  Trash on the Ground Divisions of Wealth, Blame, and Christian Charity](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-trash-on-the-ground-divisions-of-wealth-blame-and-christian-charity) — 2026-06-15T10:00:00+00:00
- [Lessons in Grief A Father’s Story of Faith Amid Tragedy with Tom Heaton](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/lessons-in-grief-a-father-s-story-of-faith-amid-tragedy-with-tom-heaton) — 2026-06-12T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Learning from Extended Families: Challenging Traditional Notions in Church Communities](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-learning-from-extended-families-challenging-traditional-notions-in-church-communities) — 2026-06-08T10:00:00+00:00
- [Mission Guatemala’s Story: Partnership, Health, and Lasting Change with Tom Heaton](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/mission-guatemala-s-story-partnership-health-and-lasting-change-with-tom-heaton) — 2026-06-05T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Understanding Scripture: Exploring the Meaning Beyond the Words](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-understanding-scripture-exploring-the-meaning-beyond-the-words) — 2026-06-01T10:00:00+00:00
- [Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/rethinking-success-education-ethics-and-the-future-of-america) — 2026-05-29T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Discovering Faith Beyond the Institution: Embracing God’s Work Outside Church Walls](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-discovering-faith-beyond-the-institution-embracing-god-s-work-outside-church-walls) — 2026-05-25T10:00:00+00:00
- [Empowerment, Belonging, and Meaning: The Surprising Growth in Faith Communities](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/empowerment-belonging-and-meaning-the-surprising-growth-in-faith-communities) — 2026-05-22T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Finding the Music of Faith Beyond the Instrument of Church](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-finding-the-music-of-faith-beyond-the-instrument-of-church) — 2026-05-18T10:00:00+00:00
- [From Pulpit to Podcast: Brad Miller’s Journey of Faith, Laughter, and Transformation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/from-pulpit-to-podcast-brad-miller-s-journey-of-faith-laughter-and-transformation) — 2026-05-15T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Discovering Faith Beyond Boundaries: The True Music of Parish Life](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-discovering-faith-beyond-boundaries-the-true-music-of-parish-life) — 2026-05-11T10:00:00+00:00
- [Navigating Transitions: Circles, Triangles, and Leadership in Faith Communities with Jonathan Massimi](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/navigating-transitions-circles-triangles-and-leadership-in-faith-communities-with-jonathan-massimi) — 2026-05-08T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: When Church Moves Beyond Walls: Communion From the Outside In](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-when-church-moves-beyond-walls-communion-from-the-outside-in) — 2026-05-04T10:00:00+00:00
- [Exploring Community, Memory, and Technology with Jonathan Massimi](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/exploring-community-memory-and-technology-with-jonathan-massimi) — 2026-05-01T10:00:00+00:00
- [BECAUSE: Finding Thin Places: Music, Community, and Spiritual Renewal at the New Harmony Retreat](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-finding-thin-places-music-community-and-spiritual-renewal-at-the-new-harmony-retreat) — 2026-04-27T10:00:00+00:00
- [Connecting Community and Ministry: Tyler Brinks on Asset Based Development and Convening Change](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/connecting-community-and-ministry-tyler-brinks-on-asset-based-development-and-convening-change) — 2026-04-24T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because:  After the Storm: Reflections on Belonging, Communion, and Hope for Humanity](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-after-the-storm-reflections-on-belonging-communion-and-hope-for-humanity) — 2026-04-20T10:00:00+00:00
- [Finding Hope and Community in Changing Churches A Conversation with Tyler Brinks](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/finding-hope-and-community-in-changing-churches-a-conversation-with-tyler-brinks) — 2026-04-17T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Sparkling Through Adversity: Lessons from Bob, Joe, and a Gospel Song](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-sparkling-through-adversity-lessons-from-bob-joe-and-a-gospel-song) — 2026-04-13T10:00:00+00:00
- [Why Neighborhoods Matter: Exploring Faith, Community, and Connection with Tim Soerens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/why-neighborhoods-matter-exploring-faith-community-and-connection-with-tim-soerens) — 2026-04-10T10:00:00+00:00
- ["Because": A Long Obedience Toward Multicultural Faith Lessons from Broadway United Methodist](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-a-long-obedience-toward-multicultural-faith-lessons-from-broadway-united-methodist) — 2026-04-06T10:00:00+00:00
- [Rediscovering Church: Interdependence, Hope, and Joy in the Parish Collective with Tim Soerens](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/rediscovering-church-interdependence-hope-and-joy-in-the-parish-collective-with-tim-soerens) — 2026-04-03T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Walking the Edge Reflections on Poetry Life and Faith in a World of Paradox](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-walking-the-edge-reflections-on-poetry-life-and-faith-in-a-world-of-paradox) — 2026-03-30T10:00:00+00:00
- [Walking the Camino and Finding Gratitude: Caring for the Soul in Ministry: Rachel Metheny on Spiritual Practices and Ministry](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/walking-the-camino-and-finding-gratitude-caring-for-the-soul-in-ministry-rachel-metheny-on-spiritual-practices-and-ministry) — 2026-03-27T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Exploring The Vanishing Church: Faith as Community Versus Commodity](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-exploring-the-vanishing-church-faith-as-community-versus-commodity) — 2026-03-23T10:00:00+00:00
- [Signs of Hope and Community: Revitalizing Church Life with Rachel Metheny](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/signs-of-hope-and-community-revitalizing-church-life-with-rachel-metheny) — 2026-03-20T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Quiet Acts of Courage: Calming the Klan Meeting in Evansville](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-quiet-acts-of-courage-calming-the-klan-meeting-in-evansville) — 2026-03-16T10:00:00+00:00
- [United Methodist Education and DEI: A Global History of Opportunity and Inclusion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/united-methodist-education-and-dei-a-global-history-of-opportunity-and-inclusion-with-philip-wingeier-rayo) — 2026-03-13T10:00:00+00:00
- [BECAUSE: Lent Reflection: Faithful Action Amidst ICE and Homeland Security Concerns](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-lent-reflection-faithful-action-amidst-ice-and-homeland-security-concerns) — 2026-03-09T10:00:00+00:00
- [John Wesley and the Foundations of Methodist Missions: Lessons from History and Global Expansion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/john-wesley-and-the-foundations-of-methodist-missions-lessons-from-history-and-global-expansion-with-philip-wingeier-rayo) — 2026-03-06T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because LENT 2026: The Church Is Still Alive: Exploring Morality in Modern Society](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-lent-2026-the-church-is-still-alive-exploring-morality-in-modern-society) — 2026-03-02T10:00:00+00:00
- [The Changing Face of Theological Education with Bob Hill and Philip Amerson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/the-changing-face-of-theological-education-with-bob-hill-and-philip-amerson) — 2026-02-27T10:00:00+00:00
- [Because: Embracing Lent: Finding Your Place in the Parish and Soul](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/because-embracing-lent-finding-your-place-in-the-parish-and-soul) — 2026-02-23T10:00:00+00:00
- [Honesty and Hope: Bob Hill’s Insights on Ministry, Community, and Chaplaincy at Boston University](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720/honesty-and-hope-bob-hill-s-insights-on-ministry-community-and-chaplaincy-at-boston-university) — 2026-02-20T10:00:00+00:00

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