How old is bishop john drew sheard

Realizing that promoting his pastor was his passion and a part of his purpose, Elder Sheard used his influence, intellect, and resources to do just that.

Powerful preaching, with signs and wonders following coupled with skillful leadership that was considerate and full of compassion for people of all ages, and from all walks of life, caused the ministry to burgeon and grow. Within six months, the fledgling mission, had blossomed into a vibrant congregation. Led by its young and energetic pastor; who had also become an executive leader on the jurisdictional level having been promoted to the office of District Superintendent — Districts No.

Eighteen and later, District No. Known for its jubilant praise, and fiery services, Greater Mitchell continued to expand and again, the need for an even larger facility became apparent. The voice and vision of then Superintendent John H. Sheard, led the people of the Lord to a new state of the art complex valued at several million dollars which would be known as Greater Mitchell Temple Church of God in Christ. Sheard's election was celebrated by faith and political leaders in Michigan, where COGIC, a predominantly Black and Pentecostal denomination, has a strong presence.

Bishop P. It's a very crucial post in Christiandom right now. It is one of the highest denominational posts in the African American community. And he will lead that denomination with distinction Sheard becoming leader of COGIC is "a great distinction for Detroit and it makes Detroit really the epicenter for this particular denomination," Vann said.

COGIC's national leaders are generally older, and so having Sheard become presiding bishop at a younger age means "he's going to, by the grace of God, be there a long time to give a whole new, fresh look at that denomination, to enhance the faith community internationally.

His wife is an American Grammy Award-winning gospel singer, musician, and songwriter. Clark—Sheard is popularly known as the youngest member of the American gospel group The Clark Sisters. Karen Clark Sheard is 59 years as of She celebrates her birthday on November 15th every year. She is the daughter of gospel singer Karen Clark Sheard member of gospel singing group The Clark Sisters and the granddaughter of gospel choral director Mattie Moss Clark. Kierra Sheard and her father Bishop Drew are very close.

He accepted his call to the Ministry under the mentorship of his biological father, Bishop John H. Bishop Drew worked diligently in a number of leadership positions in the church on both a local and national level including choir director, Chairman of local and state youth departments, National Adjutant Overseer, Executive Secretary-International Youth Department, and in various civic levels including Executive Director of the Michigan Chapter of the SCLC, and Board member of the Michigan Anti-Apartheid Council.

He was replaced by Superintendent Linwood Dillard. Sheard has been in the music industry for quite a long time. He has no doubt amassed a huge fortune with the bulk of her wealth coming from her professional singing career. Despite her obvious riches, she prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.