COMING March 28, 2023!

I’M SUCH A MESSTERPIECE

Shattering Stigmas, (Re)Framing Our Fears, and Finding Ourselves Fully Loved

Do you want to exchange shame and stigmas for truth and freedom in your identity, faith, and mental health? Then I’m Such A Messterpiece is the book for you!

In a word, anxiety and depression are disorienting. So, how do we grab hold of hope when we’re stuck in our feelings, fears, and failures? Birthed from her own journey, Andrea offers solidarity in the struggles, prayers for the battle, and tangible tools to (re)frame our mindset. Even in the middle of the mess.

A must read! Andrea keeps it raw and real as she takes us through the real-life issues of mental health. Her beautiful story of redemption points us to hope. She encourages us to be honest about our struggles and reminds us that Jesus will love us no matter what. – Ashley Henriott (Tik Tok mom, coach, and podcast host of Coffee and Confidence)

Invite Andrea to speak

Andrea brings humor, honesty and a heart of compassion as she (re)frames the space where pain and hope hold hands.

DOWNLOAD ANDREA’S ONE SHEET HERE

TESTIMONIALS

FRANCES T.

When you hear Andrea speak, two things are evident: she loves Jesus and she loves the people to whom she is speaking. She shares her story in a way that’s relatable and encouraging. I walked away from her talk feeling seen, understood, and empowered to reframe challenging parts of my life. She is a generous speaker, sure to bless your group.

BETH L.

Andrea spoke at our Mops group. She was vibrant, funny, and ever so relatable. She spoke from her heart and connected with us. Her message was encouraging and inspiring. Andrea also took the time to get to know and mingle with our moms before and after. I highly recommend Andrea as a speaker at any event.

LINDSEY S.

Andrea gives lively messages that challenge and embolden listeners to live in the freedom for which they were created. Her talks are thought-provoking, funny and wise. Wherever you are on your journey, Andrea’s words will bring hope and point to you toward Jesus.

Signature Talk: I’m Such A Messterpiece

With insight from her new book, Andrea empowers women to shatter stigmas, (re)frame fear, and find themselves fully loved—even when they feel like a mess.

Each woman will walk away with:

Solidarity: She will know she is not the only one who struggles with shame.
Hope: She will know what Scripture says about who she really is and how to battle lies with truth.
Perspective: We’ll do a hands-on exercise to replace the fear of being an unrepairable mess with the freedom of being the divinely crafted masterpiece of God.

* We can stay in the “shallow end of the pool” or dive deep. I’ve done a “Stand Up for Your Sister” activity that’s very powerful.

LET’S CHAT ABOUT BRINGING ANDREA TO YOUR MOPS GROUP, SCHOOL OR WOMEN’S EVENT!

The Mom Behind the Mess

Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, I grew up with a strong appreciation for Elvis, BBQ, and the Civil Rights Movement. Though I don’t have much of a twang when I talk, I have strong Southern tendencies like waving to neighbors from the car, saying yes ma’am, and talking to strangers in the check out line.

My Family

I married my seminary sweetheart, and we planted roots in San Jose, California where my hubby teaches math at a local private school. He is logic, I am emotion, but we are both stubborn. We have two kids (ages 11 and 9) who teach about the love of Jesus and the need for Jesus every day.

Our first “child” is a 12-year-old Shepherd mix who sheds an entire dog every day. Send your best vacuum recs our way, please! Finn’s birthday is May the Fourth, so we watch a Star Wars movie every year to celebrate. #MayThe4thBeWithYou #AndAlsoWithYou

My Day to Day

Most days I’m carpooling kids around town and avoiding the dishes in the sink. Some days, I’m photographing local families and business owners. Other days, I write and speak to women and students who love Jesus but struggle with anxiety, depression, and self-sabotage.

My happy place is a local bookstore, coffee shop, or boutique downtown shop. I love anything unique and artsy, and I crave the symphony only a redwood forest can play.

Fun Fact #1

My sister and I are extras in the major motion picture Walk the Line. If you tune in at 1 hour 13 minutes, you’ll spot me in the crowd clapping away during the outdoor concert scene.

Pictured is the screenshot my husband shares with his students at the beginning of the year 😉

Andrea and her sister as extras in the movie Walk the Line.

Fun Fact #2

As a little girl, I desperately wanted to be on Star Search and become the next diva to top the charts! Singing was my first love and continues to be a source of joy as I serve on the worship team at my church. I am featured on the worship album, In All of My Living, with Bay Marin Community Church.

Fun Fact #3

I’m an Ambivert. Have you heard of this? It’s a combination of Introvert and Extrovert. I’ve found the best way to describe is that I love to be with people, but I need a nap afterwards!