Episode 2 - Women in Ministry Leadership with Aubrey Sampson

In this episode, Taylor sits down with her friend and mentor, Aubrey Sampson, who is a pastor, author, speaker, and podcaster—for a conversation that’s raw, rooted, and full of reminders that God’s Kingdom is already breaking through.

They unpack some of their eight years of friendship and mentorship, the unique beauty of co-leading a church with your spouse, and why embracing your humanity in ministry isn’t a weakness—it's the way forward. Aubrey shares deeply personal stories of grief, Holy Spirit encounters, and practical rhythms to help us move through blocks and barriers we have with encountering the presence of God with gentleness and truth.

In this episode:

• How to recognize “holy discontent” as a calling

• Mentorship that happens in bathrobes and Target aisles

• What we miss when we silence women in ministry

• Spiritual practices to uncover blocks and barriers

• Why grief doesn't disqualify you from God’s presence

Resources & Mentions:

• Follow Aubrey on Instagram: @aubsamp

• Visit Aubrey’s website: AubreySampson.com

• Together We Rise Podcast

• The Already Co: @thealreadyco | thealreadyco.com

• Aubrey’s books:

  • What We Find in the Dark: Loss, Hope, and God's Presence in Grief

  • Big Feelings Days: A Book about Hard Things, Heavy Emotions, and Jesus’ Love

  • The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament

  • Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything

  • Overcomer: Breaking Down the Walls of Shame and Rebuilding Your Soul