Practical(ly) Pastoring

Practical(ly) Pastoring

By Practically Pastoring

A podcast by pastors for pastors who want to share ideas, become better shepherds and have a good time with friends.
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Practical(ly) PastoringJan 24, 2024
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How to Leave a Church Without Burning Bridges

How to Leave a Church Without Burning Bridges

Leaving a church, especially when you're in leadership, is never easy. In this episode, the guys dive into how to discern when it's time to leave, how to exit with grace, and how to care well for the people you're leaving behind.


Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro and welcome

01:10 – Sponsor: Church Merch

02:10 – Reddit Post: Youth Pastor Seeking Exit Advice

03:20 – When church leadership dysfunction prompts leaving

04:15 – Avoiding a victim mindset when leaving

05:00 – Trusting God to care for those you leave

06:00 – How to communicate your exit without causing drama

07:30 – Focusing on where you're going, not what you're leaving

08:45 – Dispelling rumors and over communicating

10:00 – Teaching kids about healthy transitions

12:00 – Leaving well vs. spiritual codependency

14:00 – When staying too long causes harm

16:00 – Personal stories and lessons from past transitions

18:00 – Final thoughts on leaving with integrity


Links from the show:

🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠

👕 Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠

📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠


👕 Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet - ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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May 26, 202519:52
Why No One Signs Up at Your Church Anymore

Why No One Signs Up at Your Church Anymore

This week on Practically Pastoring, we’re talking about one of the most frustrating parts of church leadership: getting people to sign up for stuff! From event planning woes to generational divides, we’re diving deep into why people avoid sign-up sheets and how pastors can adapt and lead with wisdom and grace.


⏰ Timestamps:


00:00 - Intro & Topic Setup

01:15 - Listener Question from Reddit

03:20 - Why People Don’t Sign Up

05:00 - Generational Differences in Sign-Ups

06:45 - Burnout and Fear of Overcommitting

08:00 - Letting Events Flop (On Purpose!)

10:00 - Casting Vision for Sign-Ups

13:30 - Tools: Planning Center, Google Forms, Meal Train

16:00 - Announcements Strategy That Actually Works

21:30 - Event Fatigue and Killing Sacred Cows

27:00 - Making Sign-Ups Frictionless

30:00 - Relational Recruiting Over Mass Messaging

35:00 - Final Thoughts: It’s Gonna Be Okay



Links from the show:

🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠

👕 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠

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👕 Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet - ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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May 19, 202537:17
When Long-Time Volunteers Hurt Your Church

When Long-Time Volunteers Hurt Your Church

In this episode, the Practically Pastoring crew tackles a tough but necessary topic: what do you do when a long-time volunteer is actually causing harm in your ministry? From nursery drama to worship team woes, the guys share practical advice on how to set clear expectations, implement safe church policies, and have those difficult conversations with grace and firmness.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & Church Merch Shoutout
02:20 - Listener Question: The Problematic Nursery Volunteer
04:45 - Stories of Inheriting Difficult Volunteers
06:00 - Using Policy to Address Outdated Practices
08:40 - Why It's So Hard to Have These Conversations
10:30 - The Role of Elders and Church Leadership
12:30 - Avoiding Emotional Fallout
14:10 - Honoring Legacy While Making Changes
16:00 - Practical Tips for Onboarding and Training Volunteers
20:00 - Who Should Be in the Room for the Hard Talk?
23:00 - Preparing for Emotional Blowback
25:00 - Advice for Younger Pastors

Links from the show:
🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠
https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠
🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠
👕 Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠
📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠

👕 Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch

Hosts:
🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠
👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠
👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet - ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠
👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠
🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e
🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414
📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc
💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

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May 12, 202529:48
I’m the Pastor… But I Wouldn’t Attend My Church

I’m the Pastor… But I Wouldn’t Attend My Church

In this episode of Practically Pastoring, we tackle a brutally honest question from a young pastor on Reddit: “What do I do when the church I pastor isn’t one I would even attend?”


If you’ve ever found yourself disillusioned in church leadership, unsure how to lead change without blowing things up, or just feeling like a glorified chaplain instead of a visionary leader—this conversation is for you. We talk about how young pastors can handle resistance in established churches, how to keep showing up when your ministry expectations don’t match reality, and how to kill the idols of platform and popularity in favor of faithful ministry.


You'll hear real stories, raw encouragement, and practical wisdom for discerning when it’s time to press on—and when it might be time to move on. Whether you're battling pastoral burnout, navigating church vision challenges, or just trying to love a congregation that doesn’t seem to want to change, we hope this episode meets you right where you are.


⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Cold Open & Sponsor Shoutout (Church Merch!)02:00 – The Reddit Question: “I’m Just a Chaplain Now”04:15 – Why 2.5 Years Isn’t Enough to Lead Major Change06:30 – Pastoring vs. Idealism: Facing Reality with Grace10:00 – The “Reach the City” Idol & Unrealistic Expectations13:00 – Can You Serve a Church You Wouldn’t Attend?17:00 – Building Trust Before Leading Change20:00 – Finding Low-Hanging Fruit to Start Vision24:00 – When Older Members Say They Want Young People…26:00 – Discernment: Faithfulness or Futility?29:00 – Killing Bitterness, Finding Calling31:00 – How a Ministry Brotherhood Can Save Your Soul33:00 – Final Encouragement: Feed the Sheep, Not Flip a Franchise


Whether you're a senior leader or still early in your ministry journey, this episode offers a lifeline of clarity and compassion in the tension between church health, personal calling, and quiet faithfulness. If you're feeling stuck or discouraged—you are not alone."


📎 Links from the show:

🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠👕 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠

👕 Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet - ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠
🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠


🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e
🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414
📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc
💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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May 05, 202531:54
Cynicism in the Church: Props, Scandals, and Broken Trust

Cynicism in the Church: Props, Scandals, and Broken Trust

In this episode of Practically Pastoring, Frank, Jeff, Delmar, Andrew, and Timothy dive deep into the growing cynicism toward the evangelical church. From meme accounts like Pastors with Props to heartbreaking scandals, distrust in church leadership is only getting worse.

We also discuss the solution of faithfulness over time, the importance of authenticity, and how to shepherd hurting people who are walking into our churches carrying heavy cynicism.

If you’re a pastor, ministry leader, or someone who's been feeling the tension around church culture lately — this conversation is for you.


🕒 Timestamps:00:00 - Intro and Church Distrust Today00:48 - Meet the Team + Church Merch Ad03:18 - How Meme Accounts Like Pastors with Props Are Fueling Cynicism05:03 - The Craziest Church Props We’ve Seen07:56 - Are Props in Preaching a Problem or a Tool?10:36 - What's Legitimate Criticism of the Modern Church?12:01 - Lavish Lifestyles, Abuse Scandals, and Trust Broken14:30 - Personality-Driven Churches and Authority Misuse15:44 - Inauthenticity in Churches and Why It Matters18:19 - How Cynicism Is Showing Up in Our Churches22:20 - Is Cynicism Different Between Generations?24:00 - Are Smaller Churches More Immune to Distrust?26:19 - What’s the Way Forward: How Pastors Should Rspond29:30 - Admitting When We’re Wrong (Serious Moment)30:34 - Ending on a Lighter Note: Our Favorite Sermon Props33:00 - Final Thoughts and How to Engage With Us


🌟 Links from the show:

🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠👕 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠


👕 Church Merch: https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


🎧 Listen or Watch on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410eApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414YouTube: https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGcPracticallyPastoring.com

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Apr 28, 202534:03
From Hype to Monday: Navigating Post-Easter Ministry

From Hype to Monday: Navigating Post-Easter Ministry

In this episode of Practically Pastoring, the crew debriefs Easter Sunday. What went well? What went sideways? And how do you lead through the Super Bowl of church services without losing your soul (or your voice)?

Plus, we get into:

  • The emotional and logistical pressure pastors face on Easter

  • Whether small churches should try to “compete” with bigger ones

  • Why WrestleMania made it into our Sunday reflections

  • What happens after Easter: follow-up, fatigue, and finding your rhythm again

👉 We also talk hydrangeas, visitor strategy, and why resurrection doesn’t end on Sunday.

⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & Easter morning vibes04:10 – Wins, whiffs & weird moments from our services17:30 – Are small churches trying too hard to act big?29:00 – Post-Easter follow-up plans (or lack thereof)38:45 – Why Easter can feel both sacred and stressful47:15 – Encouragement for the week after Easter

Links from the show: 

Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠ 


Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

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Apr 21, 202543:44
This One Mistake Could Disqualify You from Ministry

This One Mistake Could Disqualify You from Ministry

In this episode of Practically Pastoring, the guys dive into two hot-button topics every pastor needs to wrestle with:

👉 A youth pastor crosses several boundaries—what should happen next? Is it just unwise... or something worse?

👉 Can church staff with different political views work together? What does unity look like when red hats and blue hair share the same ministry?


⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro & Church Merch

02:00 – Should this youth pastor step down?

17:00 – Small churches + big boundary issues

27:00 – Can Republicans and Democrats serve on the same staff?

36:00 – When politics hijack your witness

48:00 – Why policy ≠ control—it’s wisdom


Links from the show: 

🌐 Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

🫂 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

👕 Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠ 

👕 Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on:

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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Apr 08, 202550:42
Should Teen Moms Bring Their Babies to Youth Group?

Should Teen Moms Bring Their Babies to Youth Group?

In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, the crew dives into two HUGE topics in church leadership and youth ministry:

1️⃣ What should churches do when a teenage girl wants to bring her newborn baby to youth group?
2️⃣ Should we finally kill off the paper bulletin and go fully digital?

We unpack the pastoral heart behind pro-life ministry, how to care well for young moms, the messiness of real church life, and the very real pushback from church parents. Plus, we get super practical about communication tools—QR codes, NFC tags, Church Center, and why Frank’s emails are now getting 60% open rates 😎

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intros + March Madness Bracket Banter

02:52 – Teen Mom Wants to Bring Her Baby to Youth Group

05:00 – The Gospel Response to Teen Pregnancy

08:50 – Why Adversity Creates Unity in Youth Ministry

10:00 – Have the Baby Shower. Period.

12:00 – Church Parents and the “Sanitized” Youth Group Myth

15:00 – How to Communicate Hard Stuff with Lead Pastors

16:15 – Should We Ditch the Church Bulletin?

20:00 – Communication Tools That Actually Work

31:00 – Why Frank’s Email Strategy is Crushing It

36:00 – QR Codes, NFC Tags, and the Mark of the Beast 😂

38:00 – Wrap-Up + Where to Connect With Us


Links from the show: 

Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠ 


Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

Mar 31, 202539:09
How Do You Tell a Worship Leader They Can’t Sing?!

How Do You Tell a Worship Leader They Can’t Sing?!

In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, we tackle two HUGE challenges for pastors:

1️⃣ How do you tell a worship leader they can’t sing? 🎤 What happens when someone’s heart is in the right place… but their voice isn’t? We break down the awkward, hilarious, and painful reality of handling these tough conversations.

2️⃣ Why is church hiring SO slow and frustrating? ⏳ One pastor shares his struggle after being rejected by three churches—what’s really going on in the church hiring process, and how can pastors navigate it?


🔗 LINKS:

Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠


👕 Check Out Church Merch! → https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

Mar 24, 202532:36
Should This Youth Pastor Quit? Our Honest Advice!

Should This Youth Pastor Quit? Our Honest Advice!

In this episode of Practically Pastoring Podcast, we tackle a tough but all-too-common question: "When is it time to leave your church job?" A youth pastor is struggling with leadership conflicts, and we break down the real reasons pastors leave, the 18-month youth pastor turnover trend, and whether staying or leaving is the right move.

We also dive into church finances—should your church require three quotes before buying anything expensive? Or is that just unnecessary bureaucracy? Plus, hilarious moments, brutal honesty about church culture, and practical advice for ministry leaders.

👉 Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro & Sponsor Shoutout

3:50 - Should This Youth Pastor Quit?

6:00 - Why Most Youth Pastors Only Last 18 Months

13:00 - Leaving One Church… Just to Face the Same Problems?

19:06 - Should Churches Get Three Quotes Before Big Purchases?2

7:00 - Why Loyalty Can Cost Your Church Money


Links from the show: 

Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/

⁠⁠Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠ 

Church Merch - https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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Mar 17, 202530:20
Introverted Youth Pastors & Family-Run Church Staff

Introverted Youth Pastors & Family-Run Church Staff

🎙 In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, we’re diving into TWO huge challenges in ministry:

1️⃣ How to connect with students when you're an introverted youth pastor (without forcing awkward small talk or pretending to be someone you’re not).

2️⃣ What to do when you're on staff at a church where everyone else is related (and you feel like an outsider).


🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why being awkward as a youth pastor is actually an advantage

✅ The #1 conversation trick that makes students instantly open up

✅ How to avoid burnout as an introvert in ministry

✅ The reality of working in a family-run church staff (and if you should leave)

✅ Why trying to “change the culture” of a church staff rarely works

✅ Practical steps to finding your place in a tight-knit staff


Links from the show: 

  • Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠
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Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

 📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

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Mar 10, 202537:09
Pastors, Don’t Lose Your Family for Ministry!

Pastors, Don’t Lose Your Family for Ministry!

Struggling with work-life balance as a pastor? In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, we dive into the hard truths about ministry, family, and work expectations. From dealing with unrealistic work hours to figuring out who stays home when the kids are sick.


🔥 Key Topics We Cover:
✅ The danger of prioritizing church over family (and how to avoid it)
✅ Should churches track pastors’ work hours like a 9-to-5 job? 🚩
✅ What to do when your spouse feels like a single parent because of ministry
✅ The real cost of burnout and how to set boundaries
✅ Why missing church won't ruin your kids’ faith


Links from the show: 

Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠ 

Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠ 


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠ 

👨🏼 Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠ 

👱🏼‍♂️ Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠ 

🏋🏼 Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com


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Mar 03, 202525:54
Part-Time Pastor & Comedian Preachers

Part-Time Pastor & Comedian Preachers

Balancing ministry and work can be one of the hardest decisions pastors face—should you leave your full-time job for a part-time church role? In this episode, we break down the realities of bivocational ministry, the risks of part-time church jobs, and how pastors can create financial security through smart side hustles. We also discuss if it is ok to tell jokes in the pulpit. 🚨 Topics Covered in This Episode:✔️ Why two part-time jobs rarely equal a full-time one✔️ The trap of part-time ministry roles (and how churches take advantage of pastors)✔️ Best side hustles for pastors (that won’t interfere with ministry!)✔️ How pastors can make extra money officiating weddings & funerals✔️ Should preachers be funny? (And why some jokes don’t land in the pulpit)✔️ Why sarcasm is a double edge sword.💬 Question for You: What’s the best side hustle you’ve seen a pastor do? Drop a comment below! 👇🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more real talk on ministry life!Links from the show: Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠ Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠ Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠ Hosts:Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠ Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠ Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠ Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠ Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ Listen or Watch on:🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e 🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414 📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc 💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

Feb 24, 202541:44
How to Lead Older Church Staff as a Young Pastor

How to Lead Older Church Staff as a Young Pastor

Being a young pastor leading a team of older, more experienced staff can feel overwhelming. How do you earn respect while stepping into your leadership role? In this episode of Practically Pastoring, we dive deep into the challenges of leading when you're the youngest in the room, navigating church finances, and the importance of having a strong pastoral community.


Topics Covered:

👉 The challenges of leading older staff as a young pastor

👉 How to gain trust and confidence in ministry leadership

👉 Church financial management – should staff use personal cards or church funds?

👉 The best way to handle reimbursements, credit cards, and budgets

👉 Why every pastor needs a trusted community outside their church


Links from the show: 

Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠ Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠ 


Hosts:

Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠ 

Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠ 

Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠ 

Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠ 

Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

Feb 16, 202532:37
We Made This Mistake With Volunteers—Here’s How to Avoid It

We Made This Mistake With Volunteers—Here’s How to Avoid It

How do you balance eager new church attender who want to serve with the need for spiritual growth? In this episode, we tackle managing volunteers while protecting the health of your church. Plus, we answer a fun but honest question: What do pastors wish their congregation would know about them? You might be surprised by the answers!

We discuss:

✅ The difference between serving and leading in the church

✅ How to create healthy boundaries for new volunteers

✅ Why pastors make tough decisions

✅ The emotional toll of Sundays on church leaders

✅ How encouragement and support can make a huge difference


💬 What’s is something you wish your congregation knew about you? Drop a comment below!


🔔 Don’t forget to LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations about ministry life!


Links from the show:

 👉 Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠

💬 Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠ 

📸 Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠ 

📧 Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠ 

🎉 Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠ 


Hosts:

🧔🏽‍♂️ Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠ 

🤷🏽‍♂️ Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠ 

👨🏻‍💻 Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠ 

👨🏼‍💼 Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠ 

🏋🏻‍♂️ Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 


Listen or Watch on

🎧 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0xJqPmXn1MqaznnV8MHFKx?si=4a942df64e48410e

🍎 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-ly-pastoring/id1522043414

📺 YouTube - https://youtu.be/uwjN2WvbSGc

💻 PracticallyPastoring.com

Feb 10, 202540:25
Social Events & Your Kids

Social Events & Your Kids

Pastors face constant invitations, expectations, and unspoken pressures—but do you always have to say yes? In this episode, we dive into the challenges of balancing ministry, family, and social obligations. Should pastors feel obligated to attend every event? How do you set healthy boundaries without offending church members? And what happens when church politics get involved? Links from the show:  Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠ Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠  Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠  Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠  Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠  Hosts: Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠  Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠  Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠  Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠  Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 

Feb 03, 202534:40
Navigating Sermon Prep Critiques and Addressing Conflict in the Church

Navigating Sermon Prep Critiques and Addressing Conflict in the Church

In this episode, the guys discuss a solo pastor whose elders want him to prepare his sermons earlier. We also chat about a pastor who is wrestling with members whose behavior demand church discipline. Links from the show:  Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠ Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠  Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠  Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠  Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠  Hosts: Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠  Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠  Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠  Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠  Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 

Jan 28, 202535:28
Burnout, Boundaries, and Building Community
Jan 20, 202530:52
Counting People Because People Count

Counting People Because People Count

In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, we help a pastor figure out how to count people correctly for CCLI reporting. We also help a pastor who is moving from chaplaincy to the formal pastorate. Links from the show:  Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠ Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠  Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠  Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠  Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠  Hosts: Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠  Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠  Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠  Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠  Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠ 

Jan 14, 202539:45
Office Hours and Pastoral Perks
Jan 08, 202553:47
Checking in on members and envying the church next door.
Dec 22, 202440:05
Can I use ChatGPT in ministry?

Can I use ChatGPT in ministry?

In today's episode we give leadership book suggestions and help a pastor conflicted with his use of AI in ministry.


Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book Suggestions on Leadership


Church Merch - ⁠⁠https://www.promotionsguy.com/churchmerch⁠⁠ 


Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 


Hosts:

Frank Gil - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dec 16, 202430:27
Burntout on preaching?
Dec 09, 202415:02
Can your kids disqualify you from pastoring?
Dec 03, 202437:02
Real or Fake Candles for Christmas?
Nov 19, 202444:43
Discipleship or Fellowship
Nov 11, 202446:09
Help! My youth pastor left and took all the students with him!
Nov 04, 202436:59
What are you doing for Christmas?
Oct 28, 202443:59
Everything You Wanted to Know About Church Planting (But Were Afraid to Ask)
Oct 21, 202446:52
Frank is planting a church in Tampa!
Oct 14, 202457:04
Pastoral Care After A Hurricane
Oct 07, 202452:11
Communicating With Leaders
Sep 23, 202439:52
Student Ministry Volunteers with Kristen Lascola

Student Ministry Volunteers with Kristen Lascola

In this episode, we sit down with Kristen Lascola, a 20 year youth ministry veteran who serves as the Middle School Pastor at North Coast Church in Southern California. We discuss how to recruit and develop volunteers. We also chat about how a church finds and maintains a great youth pastor for 20 years! The guys also have a great discussion about Venmo for ministry and online giving.

Listen anywhere: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠⁠ 

Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠⁠ 


Hosts:

Frank Gil - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠⁠ 

Jeff Simpson - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠⁠ 

Delmar Peet -  ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠⁠ 

Andrew Larsen - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠⁠ 

Timothy Miller - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠⁠


Links Mentioned In the Show:

Planning Center Giving - https://www.planningcenter.com/giving

Push Pay - https://pushpay.com/

Square - https://squareup.com/

Cheddar Up - https://www.cheddarup.com/collect-payments/

https://www.youtube.com/ministrycoach


Kristen Lascola

Surprised by Doubt - https://a.co/d/frlkcon



Sep 16, 202401:01:05
Are Sabbaticals Making Pastors Soft?
Sep 09, 202455:01
Rural Churches and Sabbatic Rhythms with Andy Addis

Rural Churches and Sabbatic Rhythms with Andy Addis

Andy Addis is the Lead Pastor of Crosspoint Church in Hutchinson, KS. We talk about the unique complexities of a rural multi-site church, how campuses across Kansas stay connected, and the importance of having sabbatic rhythms in ministry.

Andy is the real deal and this is one episode you would want to share, not just with other campus pastors, but with lead pastors that you know. Andy is trying to help pastors not burn out and that message is really important to all of us!


Connect with Andy

Check out: andyaddis.com


What Is A Campus Pastor Podcast:

Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://instagram.com/whatisacampuspastor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/whatisacampuspastor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://whatisacampuspastor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠


Practically Pastoring Podcast

Listen anywhere: ⁠https://practicallypastoring.com/⁠

Join our Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Follow us in Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/practicallypastoring⁠ 

Join our mailing list: ⁠https://bit.ly/3plt5so⁠ 

Practically Pastoring Conference 2025: ⁠https://practicallypastoringconference.com/⁠ 


Hosts:

Frank Gil - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/pastorfrankgil/⁠ 

Jeff Simpson - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jeffcsimpson/⁠ 

Delmar Peet -  ⁠https://instagram.com/delmarpeet/⁠ 

Andrew Larsen - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/andrewjlarsen/⁠ 

Timothy Miller - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothyamiller/⁠

Sep 02, 202445:41
Officiating Weddings and Handling Conflict
Aug 26, 202449:16
Hiring Your Boss and Youth Pastor Side Hustles
Aug 19, 202452:20
Last Episode til Fall | #136
Jun 03, 202434:28
VBS & Pastor Networks | #135
May 13, 202423:36
When people disagree with with the vision | #134
May 06, 202423:59
Micromanagement is not fun part 2 | #133
Apr 29, 202426:13
Micromanagement Is Not Fun | #132
Apr 22, 202413:06
What did Mark Driscoll do now? | #131
Apr 15, 202434:17
How do pastors continue to grow? | #130

How do pastors continue to grow? | #130

Listen to all of the previous episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠practicallypastoring.com


Unstuck Group Church Report for Q1 2024 - https://theunstuckgroup.com/landing-page/ucr/

Mar 25, 202428:11
Stop Streaming Your Entire Service...Maybe | #129
Mar 18, 202430:16
Wife & Husband Are Both Called To Ministry? | #128
Mar 04, 202426:29
Are Sermon Clips Self Promotion? | #127
Feb 26, 202442:48
Going to a church that isn't your own | #126
Feb 19, 202423:01
What are denominations for? | #125
Feb 15, 202442:46
Pastor Jobs | #125
Jan 29, 202427:51