Andrew Beard

Media & Worship Coordinator

Email: bearda@hpumc.org
Office: 214-523-2152

Bio: Andrew was born in Aurora, CO in the early 80's and spent his childhood and teens growing up in Lee's Summit, MO (a suburb of Kansas City).  While growing up Andrew was the loud middle son who often worked to gain attention anyway possible.  Being the son of a worship leader he was at church every Sunday helping set up and run sound.  After graduating high school, Andrew went on to Missouri State University where he was involved in college ministries and leading worship for churches.  While leading worship he met a beautiful singer named Sarah who became his wife in 2005.  A year after getting married Andrew and Sarah moved to Liberty, MO where Andrew and Sarah were Directors of Student Ministries for almost 5 years at Liberty UMC.  Andrew now attends Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University and works for HPUMC while Sarah works for a Non-Profit called His Voice Global where they build orphanages.  Andrew loves spending time with his wife and friends, watching movies, and leading people in worship.

Who were some of your Influences / Inspirations? My dad was a worship leader and is now a pastor.  I am continually inspired by his enthusiasm, his drive, and his work ethic.   

Whats an interesting fact about you?  I did competitive dance for 10 years

Describe your perfect day Eating great food and spending the day with friends and family.  

My all time favorite movie is…that's a tough one...I love anything well made with a twist

My favorite food is…breakfast food.  

My favorite sport is …what are sports? 

My favorite quote is..."history is not made by the masses, but by the individual". 

What's on your iPod …right now?...a lot of stuff from college, but right now I'm listening to old school Caedmon's Call and Derek Webb. 

What's one of the most important Lessons you've learned in life?  Life is too short to be upset about stuff.  Laugh now at the things you'll laugh about later. 

My favorite scripture is …This is how we know what love is, Jesus Christ laid down his life for us.  Therefore we ought to lay down our lives for others. 1st John 3:16