# Andrew Larsen

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Recycling Sermons, Disgruntled Members, and Why Bacon Still Works for Men’s Ministry

In this episode of the Practically Pastoring Podcast, the guys tackle some of the real parts of church leadership — like how to respond when disgruntled members try to recruit others, whether it’s okay to reuse old sermons, and what actually works for men’s and women’s ministry events. Practically…

The Christmas Worship Wars: Advent, Carols, and Congregational Nostalgia

Is Advent a Catholic tradition, or just a really old Christian rhythm we forgot existed? In this Advent themed episode, we answer two real pastor questions: “Is Advent a Catholic tradition? Will this cause issues in a Baptist church?”  “Do you sing Christmas carols during Advent, or wait until…

2026 Church Forecast: What We’re Doubling Down On & What We’re Cutting

In this episode, Frank, Andrew, Jeff, and Delmar talk about the real pressure points we are feeling heading into 2026, what ministry plays are losing traction, and what we’re personally changing so we can last for the long haul (without burning out our people or ourselves).Timestamps 00:00 — Welcom…

Frank & Tim talk church planting and a building project.

In this episode, the guys flip the script and interview Frank and Tim.Part 1: Frank gives a real-time update on the Cross & Crown Church plant (what’s working, what’s hard, what’s next, and the hunt for a launch location).Part 2: Tim walks through what it’s actually like for a sending church to rel…

When the Old Guard Won’t Quit (and the Bi-Vocational Burnout Dilemma)

Welcome back to Practically Pastoring. In this episode, we pull two real questions from Reddit and get painfully practical. Question 1: A rural Methodist pastor has seen real growth, but the “old guard” is wearing him down with constant complaints and unreasonable expectations. Question 2: A bi-vo…

You’re Not Their On-Demand Pastor: Healthy Access and Expectations

In this episode, the guys tackle two real-life ministry situations pastors face all the time: 1) What do you do with the church member who constantly needs your attention—daily messages, constant crises, and an emotional drain that starts affecting your ministry and your family? 2) What do you say…

Pastoral Side Piece: Setting Boundaries When Former Members Want Care After Leaving Your Church

First, an anonymous pastor shares a painfully honest question: a longtime member left a small church for a megachurch, but keeps reaching back for hospital visits and crisis care. The pastor wants to be gracious, but the situation feels like being the “pastoral side piece.” The guys talk through wh…

Part 1 - Donut Larsen - USA - Americana, Blues, Folk Singer Song Writer

🎙️ Donut Larsen — (Part 1) Today on Tell Craig Your Story, we meet one of the most raw and authentic new voices in American roots music Donut Larsen — is an Americana, blues, and folk-punk artist from Birmingham, Alabama. After years of hitchhiking, riding freight trains, and performing on street…