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Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America
Be And Do: Belonging Exchange
Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America
Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America
May 29, 2026

Rethinking Success: Education, Ethics, and the Future of America

Episode Overview In this reflective episode of To Be and Do , Phil Amerson confronts the current moral and civic climate of America, with a focus on the shifting purpose of higher education, the role of public service, and th...

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Reflecting on Morality, Education, and Civic Life
May 28, 2026

Reflecting on Morality, Education, and Civic Life


In this thoughtful episode of the To Be and Do podcast, Phil Amerson, offers a poignant commentary on the present state of society, politics, and education. The conversation weaves together personal reflection, critique of policy decisions, and an…

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Because: Discovering Faith Beyond the Institution: Embracing God’s Work Outside Church Walls
May 25, 2026

Because: Discovering Faith Beyond the Institution: Embracing God’s Work Outside Church Walls

Episode Summary In this reflective "Because" episode, Phil Amerson shares insights on faith, the evolving role of religious institutions, and how communities can rediscover a deeper sense of purpose by looking beyond organiza...

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Rediscovering Faith Beyond Institutions
May 24, 2026

Rediscovering Faith Beyond Institutions


In the latest "Because" episode of To Be and Do  Phil Amerson invites listeners into a thoughtful reflection on faith, the church, and the role of institutions. Through the lens of personal experience and the words of theologian Willie James …

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Empowerment, Belonging, and Meaning: The Surprising Growth in Faith Communities
May 22, 2026

Empowerment, Belonging, and Meaning: The Surprising Growth in Faith Communities

To Be and Do Podcast Episode Overview In this episode, Phil Amerson reflects on new research from the Hartford Institute for Religion Research regarding recent trends in American religious life. The episode explores the nuanc...

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Renewal, Community, and Grace
May 21, 2026

Renewal, Community, and Grace

To Be and Do Podcast: Episode Reflections — Renewal, Community, and Grace
In the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, Phil Amerson reflects on the current state and subtle renewal happening across religious communities in the Unite…

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Recent Blog Posts

Reflecting on Morality, Education, and Civic Life
May 28, 2026

Reflecting on Morality, Education, and Civic Life

In this thoughtful episode of the To Be and Do podcast, Phil Amerson, offers a poignant commentary on the present state of society, politics, and education. The conversation weaves together personal reflection, critique of policy decisions, and an…

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Rediscovering Faith Beyond Institutions
May 24, 2026

Rediscovering Faith Beyond Institutions

In the latest "Because" episode of To Be and Do  Phil Amerson invites listeners into a thoughtful reflection on faith, the church, and the role of institutions. Through the lens of personal experience and the words of theologian Willie James …

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Renewal, Community, and Grace
May 21, 2026

Renewal, Community, and Grace

To Be and Do Podcast: Episode Reflections — Renewal, Community, and GraceIn the latest episode of the To Be and Do podcast, Phil Amerson reflects on the current state and subtle renewal happening across religious communities in the Unite…

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About the Host

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Philip Amerson

Philip and Elaine Amerson live in Bloomington, Indiana where they enjoy work the multiple educational and cultural opportunities of the city. They each are active in several community activities from addressing issues of low-income housing, public safety, encouraging civic and faith community involvement.