Episode 21 - Practicing an Awareness of People and the Supernatural with Taylor Washington

Episode 22 - Receiving from God Daily in His Expansive Kingdom with Beth Myers

In this heartfelt conversation, Taylor Carlier sits down with her second mom, Beth Myers, to explore Beth’s journey of faith, spiritual formation, and decades of lay ministry. As the founder of Morning Manna, a community of Christian women in Indianapolis, IN that has impacted countless lives, Beth shares the lessons she has learned through a life of obedience, discipleship, and intimate relationship with God. Together, they discuss how God often reveals His Kingdom little by little, inviting believers into a lifelong process of transformation rather than instant arrival. Beth shares powerful stories of answered prayer, miracles, and divine interventions, while offering practical wisdom for walking in spiritual authority, cultivating God's presence, and partnering with Him to bring heaven to earth. Whether you're new to your faith or have walked with Jesus for years, this conversation will encourage you to trust God's process, embrace His presence, and participate in the work of His Kingdom every day. Resources & Mentions: * Follow Beth Myers on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/emDec12] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/elizabethmariemyers/] * The Already Co: @thealreadyco [https://instagram.com/thealreadyco] on Instagram, LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-already-collective] & YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlreadyCollective] | thealreadyco.com [https://thealreadyco.com/] * Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby [https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-God-30th-Anniversary-Bible/dp/1087741688] Beth Myers is a daughter of the Most High God, wife to Clint, mother, grandmother, and spiritual mother and friend to many. She is the founder of Morning Manna, a weekly Christian community, Bible Study, and place for rest in the presence of God for women. She loves the Lord deeply and desires to serve Him faithfully in every season of life.

Episode 21 - Practicing an Awareness of People and the Supernatural with Taylor Washington

On this episode of The Already Collective Podcast, host Taylor Carlier talks with Taylor Washington who shares his journey of being a professional soccer player and learning how to live a life centered on ministry, faith, and serving others. Through honest conversation and powerful storytelling, Taylor reflects on identity, purpose, community, and what it means to truly see and understand others from a kingdom perspective. In a world that often feels fast-paced and disconnected, Taylor offers a refreshing perspective on slowing down, showing up for people in meaningful ways, and allowing God to shape purpose through both success and struggle. Drawing from his experiences on and off the field, he shares how to bring hope and encouragement to others. Resources & Mentions: * Follow Taylor Washington on Instagram: @taylorwashington [https://www.instagram.com/p/DXzbuC_jF8X/] * The Already Co: @thealreadyco [https://instagram.com/thealreadyco] on Instagram, LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-already-collective] & YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlreadyCollective] | thealreadyco.com [https://thealreadyco.com/] * Ragamuffin Gospel by Brendan Manning [https://www.amazon.com/Ragamuffin-Gospel-Brendan-Manning/dp/0310277184] * John Mark Comer - Ruthless Elimination of Hurry [https://www.amazon.com/Ruthless-Elimination-Hurry-Approaching-Quiet/dp/052553492X] Taylor Washington played professional soccer for 10 years, 8 of those years with Nashville SC, where he served as an ambassador of the club. He’s currently in seminary at Asbury, helps run a nonprofit FairSpaces, and works in the soccer tech world through FairWhistle. He is learning daily what it means to adventure with Jesus in love, integrity, and joy. He loves people, dogs, anime, and is excited and expectant for God to move. He’s currently on a journey for the real Jesus, the one that went through Israel seeking answers from the Lord like “What was Your smile like, and how did You talk Lord?” Also self-proclaimed God’s silly goose.

Episode 20 -Unlocking Compassionate Purpose with Dwan Hill

In this episode of The Already Collective Podcast, host Taylor Carlier sits down with Dwan Hill for a rich and honest conversation about the intersection of faith, ministry, and personal formation. Together, they explore how identity is shaped over time, what it means to walk in your God-given purpose, and how spiritual gifts are often refined through seasons of both visibility and hiddenness. Dwan shares his journey from growing up as a “church kid” to becoming a worship pastor, and how God faithfully used every chapter—both on and off the stage—to prepare him for a life of impact in the Kingdom. With humility and depth, he reflects on the tension between calling and career, the importance of character in leadership, and the ongoing process of becoming who God has already declared you to be. This episode offers a powerful reminder that God wastes nothing—every step, every season, and every surrender plays a part in shaping the story He’s writing through our lives – a story that unlocks compassionate purpose for the sake of others. More from Dwan Hill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DwanHill [https://www.youtube.com/@DwanHill] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwanhill [https://www.instagram.com/dwanhill] Website: https://www.dwanhill.com/ [https://www.dwanhill.com/] More from Grown-Up Church Kids YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9KOBazbPvWdcopb_dd1M5g [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9KOBazbPvWdcopb_dd1M5g] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grownup.churchkids/ [https://www.instagram.com/grownup.churchkids/] Website: https://www.grownupchurchkids.com/ [https://www.grownupchurchkids.com/] More from The Choir Room YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thechoirroom [https://www.youtube.com/@thechoirroom] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.choirroom/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/the.choirroom/?hl=en] Website: https://www.choirisback.com/ [https://www.choirisback.com/] More From The Already Co Website: ⁠ [https://www.thealreadyco.com/]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/]⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@livingtruth-michaelkristin556]⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/]⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-already-collective/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.thealreadyco.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-cary-1232a439/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/addie.ott/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.addisonott.com/]⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/]thealreadyco.com [http://thealreadyco.com] https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlreadyCollective⁠⁠⁠ [http://thealreadyco.com/]⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosspoint.tv/]⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://thealreadyco.com/]⁠ [https://www.thealreadyco.com/]⁠ [http://gentleandlowly.co/] Instagram: @thealreadyco [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/#] Linkedin: The Already Collective [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-already-collective/] Youtube: The Already Collective [https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlreadyCollective] Dwan Hill A 3x GRAMMY Award-winning, 2x Dove Award-winning, and 2x ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Award-winning songwriter, producer, and musician, Dwan brings a wealth of experience from both the music industry and the local church. A graduate of Belmont University, where he earned degrees in Music Education and Composition, he has toured globally as music director for CeCe Winans and worked with artists like Lauren Daigle, Tauren Wells, Jonny Lang, and Drew Holcomb & The Neighbors. Beyond the accolades, Dwan is a church leader, writer, and Co-Founder of The Choir Room, with a deep passion for cultivating authentic worship and creative community. Based in Nashville, he considers his greatest joy and most meaningful calling to be his family—his wife Laura and their children, Tobin and Nyla.

Episode 19 - Unveiling the Kingdom of God Through the Woman at the Well with Aubrey Sampson

What if one of the most familiar stories in Scripture holds a deeper revelation of the Kingdom of God than we’ve ever realized? In this special deep-dive episode of The Already Collective Podcast, Taylor Carlier is joined again by mentor, friend, and returning guest Aubrey Sampson to explore the story of the woman at the well in John 4. Together, they unpack the cultural, theological, and deeply personal layers of this encounter—and how it reveals the heart of Jesus and the Kingdom He came to establish. Through this conversation, you’ll discover how Jesus boldly dismantles gender and cultural barriers, elevates the voices and dignity of women, and models a radically inclusive love that still transforms lives today. Taylor and Aubrey also explore how this moment foreshadows the cross, the Holy Spirit being given to believers at Jesus’ ascension to Heaven, and the invitation into divine healing and redemption. Resources & Mentions: * Follow Aubrey on Instagram: bringrenewal.com [https://www.bringrenewal.com/] * Visit Aubrey’s websites: AubreySampson.com [https://aubreysampson.com/] , https://www.bringrenewal.com/ [https://www.bringrenewal.com/] * Together We Rise Podcast [https://www.womenspeakerscollective.com/podcast] * The Already Co: @thealreadyco [https://instagram.com/thealreadyco] on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube| thealreadyco.com [https://thealreadyco.com/] Aubrey Sampson (M.A. Evangelism and Leadership) co-planted and co-pastors Renewal Church in Chicagoland. She speaks across the country at churches and other ministry events. She is an award-winning author, the host of the Together We Rise podcast (Women Speakers Collective), and host of the What We Find in the Dark Podcast. She also coaches women in ministry with Propel Women Cohorts. Aubrey is passionate about helping hurting people find God’s presence in their pain. She and her husband Kevin, and their three hilarious sons, live, minister, and play in the Chicagoland area. Aubrey is the author of several books, including: * What We Find in the Dark: Loss, Hope, and God's Presence in Grief [https://www.amazon.com/What-We-Find-Dark-Presence/dp/1641583126] * Big Feelings Days: A Book about Hard Things, Heavy Emotions, and Jesus’ Love [https://www.amazon.com/Big-Feelings-Days-Things-Emotions/dp/1641586893/ref=pd_lpo_d_sccl_2/132-1918094-3360966?pd_rd_w=UF2uf&content-id=amzn1.sym.4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_p=4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_r=EM3H7TWPZY3T2RPTS8XD&pd_rd_wg=nyqZZ&pd_rd_r=751c0cf7-72f0-4756-a2cc-af577df67613&pd_rd_i=1641586893&psc=1] * The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament [https://www.amazon.com/Louder-Song-Listening-Midst-Lament/dp/1631469029/ref=pd_lpo_d_sccl_1/132-1918094-3360966?pd_rd_w=UF2uf&content-id=amzn1.sym.4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_p=4c8c52db-06f8-4e42-8e56-912796f2ea6c&pf_rd_r=EM3H7TWPZY3T2RPTS8XD&pd_rd_wg=nyqZZ&pd_rd_r=751c0cf7-72f0-4756-a2cc-af577df67613&pd_rd_i=1631469029&psc=1] * Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything [https://www.amazon.com/Known-Believing-Says-Changes-Everything/dp/1641583088/ref=pd_sbs_d_sccl_2_4/132-1918094-3360966?pd_rd_w=kWZ0F&content-id=amzn1.sym.2cd14f8d-eb5c-4042-b934-4a05eafd2874&pf_rd_p=2cd14f8d-eb5c-4042-b934-4a05eafd2874&pf_rd_r=JVHRHT5C88NMHT79AE9J&pd_rd_wg=y8SMZ&pd_rd_r=19c44810-72e5-4273-82c8-abfe6abc0e5d&pd_rd_i=1641583088&psc=1] * Overcomer: Breaking Down the Walls of Shame and Rebuilding Your Soul [https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310342589/ref=mes-dp?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=d02bN&content-id=amzn1.sym.27ff3460-3571-4b3a-9a28-9e9ebed7694a&pf_rd_p=27ff3460-3571-4b3a-9a28-9e9ebed7694a&pf_rd_r=7BVVS753P2G88MNBVQ9Q&pd_rd_wg=W0Bf4&pd_rd_r=289835d0-6f8b-4a01-afa0-d403d689ab67]

Episode 18 - Walking in the Transformational Identity of Jesus with Addie Ott

In this episode of The Already Collective Podcast, host Taylor Carlier sits down with Addie Ott for a meaningful and inspiring conversation about her journey of faith, her creative ministry, and the way Jesus’ gentle leadership has shaped both her life and work. Addie shares how embracing her identity in Christ has transformed the way she approaches purpose, creativity, and obedience. We talk about what it looks like to build a life and calling that is truly gospel-centered, how to trust God’s redemptive work in every season, and the tension—and beauty—of walking faithfully even when the path isn’t fully clear. Whether you’re navigating your own faith journey, stepping into something new, or longing to better understand your role in the Kingdom of God, this conversation will encourage you to lean into who God has already called you to be. This episode is a reminder that your identity is secure, your calling matters, and God is always at work. Find more of Addie Ott, Gentle & Lowly Co, and The Already Collective: Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.thealreadyco.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [http://nothingiswasted.com/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thealreadyco.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.thealreadyco.com/]| addisonott.com [https://www.addisonott.com/] |  gentleandlowly.co [https://www.gentleandlowly.co/] Socials: Instagram: @addie.ott [https://www.instagram.com/addie.ott/] | @gentleandlowly.co [http://instagram.com/gentleandlowly.co]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/marissacubilly/] | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thealreadyco⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/]| ⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/godbehindbars/]⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/crosspoint.tv/] YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@livingtruth-michaelkristin556] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://cricket-daffodil-3fk9.squarespace.com/podcast/%C2%A0https://www.youtube.com/@livingtruth61%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Already Co ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@TheAlreadyCollective]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@livingtruth61?lang=en] | LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-cary-1232a439/] ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/thealreadyco/]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Already Co⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-already-collective/] | Facebook: @AddisonOtt [https://www.facebook.com/AddisonOtt/] | @gentleandlowlyco [https://www.facebook.com/gentleandlowlyco] Addison (Addie) Ott is an author, podcaster, [gentleandlowly.co/podcast] entrepreneur, and warm, friendly speaker who radiates the love of Jesus. She is the author of “Fellowship Over Followers", helping others recognize how comparison is stealing the joy of deeper intimacy with Jesus and fellowship with one another. With a background in graphic design and a heart for storytelling, Addie creates spaces where others can engage with faith, friendship, and purpose in meaningful, gospel-rooted ways. Whether through writing, design, or podcast conversations, her mission is to help others live with intentionality, hope, and a heart set on Jesus.