Bishop John Drew Sheard, born in 1959 in Detroit, Michigan, is a highly respected figure in the Church of God in Christ (COGIC) and beyond. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education from Wayne State University.

Ordained in 1988, he began his pastoral ministry at Great Emmanuel Church. Bishop Sheard has served in various leadership roles, including as International Youth Department President and Vice-Chairman of COGIC’s Auxiliaries in Ministries convention. In 2021, he was elected Chief Apostle of COGIC. He founded Karew Records in 2009 with his wife, Lady Karen Clark-Sheard.

Bishop Sheard is known for his humanitarian efforts, including supporting pastors in need and raising funds for those affected by disasters. Under his leadership, COGIC eliminated its debt, raised funds for charity, and partnered with organizations to support the community. Bishop Sheard and Lady Karen Clark-Sheard have two children and three grandchildren.