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Because: Quiet Acts of Courage: Calming the Klan Meeting in Evansville
Rediscovering Community and Tradition with Rachel Metheny
March 19, 2026

Rediscovering Community and Tradition with Rachel Metheny

This episode of the To Be and Do podcast, hosted by Phil Amerson, dives into a candid and inspiring conversation with Rachel Metheny, the lead pastor at Meridian Street United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. As part of the Lenten 2026 series, …

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Because: Quiet Acts of Courage: Calming the Klan Meeting in Evansville
March 16, 2026

Because: Quiet Acts of Courage: Calming the Klan Meeting in Evansville

Host: Phil Amerson This "Because" episode of "To Be and Do" features Phil Amerson as he shares deeply personal reflections on life, faith, and ministry in the context of responding to challenging events—both locally and natio...

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"Because". How a Simple Hymn Changed the Atmosphere at a Klan Gathering
March 15, 2026

"Because". How a Simple Hymn Changed the Atmosphere at a Klan Gathering

"Because": To Be and Do with Phil Amerson
In this moving episode of To Be and Do, host Phil Amerson shares a personal story that resonates deeply with anyone wrestling with questions of faith, community, and the challenges of responding to hate…

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United Methodist Education and DEI: A Global History of Opportunity and Inclusion with Philip Wingeier-Rayo
March 13, 2026

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

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 len...

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"Global Methodist Missions, Education, and the Call to Inclusion" with Philip Wingeier-Rayo
March 12, 2026

"Global Methodist Missions, Education, and the Call to Inclusion" with Philip Wingeier-Rayo

To Be and Do Podcast: Episode Recap — 
In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," host Phil Amerson  welcome back Philip Wingeier-Rayo , professor at Wesley Seminary and director at the General Board of Higher Education and Minist…

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BECAUSE: Lent Reflection: Faithful Action Amidst ICE and Homeland Security Concerns
March 9, 2026

BECAUSE: Lent Reflection: Faithful Action Amidst ICE and Homeland Security Concerns

In this powerful and timely episode, host Philip Amerson brings to the forefront pressing concerns about the practices of the Department of Homeland Security and ICE agents in the United States. Through a deeply reflective an...

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Rediscovering Community and Tradition with Rachel Metheny
March 19, 2026

Rediscovering Community and Tradition with Rachel Metheny

This episode of the To Be and Do podcast, hosted by Phil Amerson, dives into a candid and inspiring conversation with Rachel Metheny, the lead pastor at Meridian Street United Methodist Church in Indianapolis. As part of the Lenten 2026 series, …

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"Because". How a Simple Hymn Changed the Atmosphere at a Klan Gathering
March 15, 2026

"Because". How a Simple Hymn Changed the Atmosphere at a Klan Gatheri…

"Because": To Be and Do with Phil AmersonIn this moving episode of To Be and Do, host Phil Amerson shares a personal story that resonates deeply with anyone wrestling with questions of faith, community, and the challenges of responding to hate…

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"Global Methodist Missions, Education, and the Call to Inclusion" with Philip Wingeier-Rayo
March 12, 2026

"Global Methodist Missions, Education, and the Call to Inclusion" wit…

To Be and Do Podcast: Episode Recap — In the latest episode of "To Be and Do," host Phil Amerson  welcome back Philip Wingeier-Rayo , professor at Wesley Seminary and director at the General Board of Higher Education and Minist…

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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.