In May of 2000, Al Andrews, a counselor in private practice and Peter York, the president of Sparrow Records, engaged in a conversation in which they discussed their concerns for artists. Both men understood that the vocation of creating and performing music brings with it unique issues, struggles and challenges. Their dream was to see someone come alongside artists as they made their journey.

That conversation led to a proposal to the Sparrow Foundation which generously provided a grant allowing Al to offer his services to artists and their families at no cost to them. Within a few months he began laying the groundwork for a full-time ministry. In April of 2001, Porter's Call began.

Since that time, more than 600 artists have benefited from the services we offer. We've moved from a one room office to a house in downtown Franklin. Porter's Call is honored to have many individuals who share in its vision.

Let us introduce ourselves :

Our full-time staff is made up of Al Andrews, M.A., and Beth Barcus

		Al Andrews is the founder and director of Porter's Call. He is a former associate professor of counseling at Colorado Christian University and has counseled in private practice for ten years. He co-authored the book, The Silence of Adam,and has recently published a children's book, The Boy, the Kite and the Wind.One of his greatest passions is to engage with the stories of others. Al lives in Franklin with his wife, Nita and his two sons, Hunter (18) and Brent (15).
	Beth Barcus is the Director of Operations at Porter's Call. She'll be the first voice you hear when you call and the face you see when you walk in the door. Beth is a native of Florida and is married to Blaine Barcus. They have three children – 9 year old twins, Jude and Kenya, and 4 year old Micah. She has a degree in Psychology from Auburn and a Master's Degree in Theology (with a concentration in Counseling) from Covenant Seminary in St. Louis. Beth's interests include TAEBO fitness, yoga, traveling, time with friends and family, and promoting mercy, justice, care for the poor and racial reconciliation.

The following individuals agreed to serve on the Porter's Call Advisory Board, offering valuable insight and leadership:

Bill Hearn, President & CEO, EMI CMG
Peter York, President EMI CMG
Jeff Moseley, President, INO Records
Terry Hemmings, President & CEO, Provident Music
John Huie, Creative Artists Agency