# United Methodist Education and DEI: A Global History of Opportunity and Inclusion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo

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Podcast: ["To Be And Do" with Philip Amerson](https://stenobird.com/podcast/to-be-and-do-with-philip-amerson-7105720)
Published: 2026-03-13T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this insightful episode of the To Be and Do podcast, host Phil Amerson welcomes back Rev. Dr. Philip Wingeier-Rayo for a deep dive into the historical and current impact of Methodism worldwide, particularly through the lens of education, diversity, and inclusion. Takeaway 1: The Global Legacy of Methodist Missions Philip Wingeier-Rayo shares captivating stories from his recent book, “John Wesley and Methodist Missions,” highlighting/logging the surprising roots of Methodism in the Caribbean before it gained a substantial foothold in the United States. Listeners will learn how laypeople, such as Nathaniel Gilbert in Antigua, played critical roles in starting societies across the Western Hemisphere—often before official missionaries set foot there. These mission stories underscore how Methodism spread via local initiative, community-building, and the courage to cross social boundaries. Takeaway 2: Education as Core Methodist Identity Education is woven through the DNA of the Methodist movement. Philip Wingeier-Rayo details how Methodists have established over 1,000 educational institutions worldwide, with a focus on serving underserved populations. The conversation touches on the enduring legacy of Methodist colleges, including historically Black colleges in the U.S. and community-focused schools like Lydia Patterson Institute near the U.S.-Mexico border. Their commitment to accessibility and opportunity, he notes, goes all the way back to John Wesley’s earliest days at Oxford. Methodist efforts in education aren’t just historic—they’re still actively building bridges for students everywhere. Takeaway 3: DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)—Not a Trend, but a Tradition While DEI has recently become a politically charged term, the conversation reveals how diversity,…

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