Rev. Andrea Corso Johnson, M.Div., (she/her) serves in ministry as the University Chaplain (Non-Denominational) at Brenau University in Gainesville, GA. Building on her ministerial background as a leader, educator, and an ordained Baptist minister, Andrea serves the Brenau Community by cultivating relationships and providing spiritual care, compassion, and leadership. Through her work at Brenau and beyond, Andrea hopes God’s inclusive love will shine brightly and illuminate pathways towards transformation throughout creation.
Andrea holds a Master of Divinity degree with a Certificate in Faith-Based Social Transformation from Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology, and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from the University of West Georgia. Prior to serving in University Chaplaincy ministry, Andrea served in church ministry for almost 10 years and taught Elementary Music for three years as a GA P-12 Certified Music Educator.
Andrea is a member of ACSLHE (Association for Chaplaincy and Spiritual Life in Higher Education) and serves on the Leadership Development Team of CBFGA’s Coordinating Council. Andrea is a recipient of the John R. Claypool Excellence in Preaching Award, and her writing has been published by Baptist News Global and peer-reviewed and published by Feminist Studies in Religion.
In her spare time, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to beautiful places, laughing with loved ones, spending as much time as possible outdoors, and making time to enjoy life at her own pace.
Published work
- Reading Mary’s Magnificat as an Ode to Reproductive Justice
- Jesus said it: The ministry of women is good news
- We should follow the words of Jesus, ‘No more of this!’
Show some love & live the good life, y`all 😎
🧳 Come join the Office of the Chaplain for our October Day Trip Spirituality visit @fbc_gainesville_ga:
⛪ First Baptist Church, Gainesville
📍 Sunday, October 4, 2026
🕥 10:30 am-12:30 pm
🥖 At our visit, we will be celebrating World Communion Sunday in worship & sharing fellowship and LUNCH with the good folks at FBC Gainesville!
🥗 Make plans to join us, y`all!
🔗 Pls register at the link in my bio.
👉 Or reach out to me directly:
📨 [email protected] (email or Google Chat)
📳 770-297-5903 (call or text)
🗺️ Can`t wait to take a little trip with you!
#DayTripSpirituality
#BrenauUniversityOfficeoftheChaplain
#FirstBaptistChurchGainesvilleGA
#brenaustudentlife
#brenauuniversity
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Good company at our very first Day Trip Spirituality visit! 🤗⛪🙌
🙏 A huge thank you from the Office of the Chaplain to @gainesvillefumc for your hospitality, welcome, and kindness!
🎶 We had a wonderful time learning more about GFUMC and participating in Modern Worship service.
Interested in joining in next time?
👉 Sign up at the link 🔗in my bio to join the Office of the Chaplain for the next Day Trip Spirituality visit, coming up on Sunday, Oct 4, 2026.
#DayTripSpirituality #gainesvillefirstumc
#brenauuniversityofficeofthechaplain
#brenaustudentlife #worship
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Check it out, y`all... 👀😏
🙌🏽 Looking for a wonderful evening of fellowship, food, and worship?
⛪ Check out Woven on Thursday, September 17, 6:00 pm at @gainesvillefumc
🐅 Use code BRENAU for free registration!
👉 Register here:
https://www.gfumc.com/add-events/2026/woven
See y`all at Woven! 👋🏻☺️
#GainesvilleFirstUnitedMethodistChurch
#brenauuniversityofficeofthechaplain
#brenaustudentlife #woven
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✡️ Wishing everyone a good and sweet new year this Rosh Hashanah as the High Holidays begin! 🍎🍯
🤲🏼 May the blessings of the Almighty fill the days ahead with deep inspiration, rich meaning, and joyful celebration for all. ✨🎉
#roshhashanah #highholidays #brenauuniversityofficeofthechaplain
#brenaustudentlife #brenauuniversity
Prayer Yoga is in the house at Grace Episcopal Church @gecgainesville this fall 🧘🏽♀️⛪🧘🏻🍂🧘♂️
💲Cost: FREE
👇Register here + more info:
http://www.gracechurchgainesville.org/yoga
🪷 Come connect your body, your mind, and your spirituality, starting in September!
🤲🏽 People of all faiths, spiritualities, and traditions are welcome to attend.
📲 If you have any questions, please reach out to me anytime:
[email protected] (email or Google Chat)
770-297-5903 (call or text)
#prayeryoga #graceepiscopalchurch #officeofthechaplainBrenauUniversity #brenaustudentlife #brenauuniversity
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🫶 Better get to livin` y`all!
🧳 Come join the Office of the Chaplain at our very first Day Trip Spirituality event this year @gainesvillefumc:
⛪Gainesville First United Methodist Church
📍Sunday, September 13, 2026
🕙 10:00 am-12:00 pm
🔗 To receive visit details, please register at the link in my bio.
👉 Or reach out to me directly:
📨 [email protected] (email or Google Chat)
📳 770-297-5903 (call or text)
🗺️ Can`t wait to take a little trip with you!
#DayTripSpirituality
#BrenauUniversityOfficeoftheChaplain
#GainesvilleFirstUnitedMethodistChurch
#brenaustudentlife
#brenauuniversity
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We`re back again 😎🙏🏾🐅🖤💛✨
🎉Come join the party with the Brenau University`s Office of the Chaplain!
🕯️Weekly programming is available all year long to help you grow & develop your spirituality, faith, and overall well-being:
🙏🏾 Brenau Prayer Collective:
🗓️ Tuesdays, 12:30-1:00 pm
📍 Chaplain Andrea`s Office, Owens 110
🙏 Chaplain`s Corner
🗓️ Thursdays, 12:00-2:00 pm
📍 Senior Dining Hall (in Hopkins Dining Hall)
🗣️ Contact Chaplain Andrea to receive weekly calendar reminders:
[email protected] | 770-297-5903
#BrenauUniversityOfficeoftheChaplain
#brenauprayercollective
#chaplainscorner
#brenaustudentlife
#brenauuniversity
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Come join in with the Office of the Chaplain & stop by today to receive your very own blessing for the new year 📚🎒🏫
The best is yet to come at Brenau University! 🖤💛🐅🙌✨
#brenaustudentlife #officeofthechaplainBrenauUniversity #blessingforbeginnings
#brenauuniversity
#brenau
