Rev. Angela is a former preschool teacher.  Her call to ordained ministry follows a lifetime of eclectic and fruitful calls in the secular world.  She has enjoyed profession as a teacher, a neurobehavioral specialist, a parenting specialist, a linguist, and a naturalist.  She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology (specializing in trauma), a Master’s Degree in Curriculum…

Richard Drehoff Jr. is a composer, conductor, and keyboardist who champions interdisciplinary projects of the twenty-first century. With a keen interest in pioneering new ways to experience music, Richard directs several organizations dedicated to performing contemporary art music across the east coast. Prior to serving at St. James’ Episcopal Church, he served as the Music Director…

My name is Mechelle Cascardo and I’m the owner of Simply Bookkeeping for over 15 years.  I’m a QuickBooks ProAdvisor with a strong accounting background.  I pride myself on being honest (sometimes “overly”), detailed, efficient and accurate in all that I do.  I’m passionate about increasing efficiency and productivity to reduce costs for my clients.…

Laura came to us in 2016 after 14 years of ministry at The Bishops Chapel at Fairhaven.  She lives in Sykesville with her Husband, Steve, and feline babies, Faith and Hope.  Laura has two adult, human children, Amanda and Matthew.  The Chesapeake Bay and boating are a way-of-life for Laura who spends most weekends from…

Amanda is a MD native, growing up in Frederick County. She graduated from Hood College in 1999 with BA degrees in Special Education and Psychology. She also attended McDaniel College and obtained a master’s degree in Reading Instruction in 2009. Amanda taught in Carroll County as a special education teacher for almost 20 years, teaching…