ST GEORGE'S EPISCOPAL - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Assistant Director of Music Ministries
Achim Loch joined the St. George's community as Assistant Director of Music Ministries in 2016. Achim is originally from the Saarland, Germany, where he studied organ and piano performance, liturgy, hymnology, and music history as part of a certification program. For twenty years, he worked for the Lutheran congregations in Friedrichsthal, Fischbach, and Kölln. In addition to his organ studies and certification, Achim completed a Master's in American Studies with Minors in Theology and English Linguistics from Saarland University in Saarbrücken, Germany. He lives in Fredericksburg and works for the Global Education Office at George Mason University.
Barbara Miller-Richards joined the St. George's staff in March 2018 as parish secretary. Prior to joining the staff at St. George's, Barbara was Vice President at an insurance trade association in Alexandria, Virginia. She has lived in Europe and worked for Ford Motor Company as well as taught for Central Texas College's European Campus. Barbara has served on the Fredericksburg City School Board and currently serves on the CASA Board of Directors. She graduated from Meredith College in Raleigh, NC and lives in Fredericksburg, with her husband and two daughters.
Danielle Davis joined the staff at St. George's as Preschool Director in the Fall of 2015. Danielle lives in Spotsylvania with her husband Brian, daughter Sandi, and puppy A.J. The Davises have attended St. George's since 2013, and enjoy being involved in many different ministries in the parish. Working with the 3-5 year-olds is definitely her favorite.
Danielle's educational background is quite eclectic, with each degree or certificate serving a unique facet in her current position. She earned a Bachelor's of Mechanical Engineering from Gannon University, an Associate's of Arts in Religious Education and Lay Ministry from Mercyhurst University, a Professional Business Certificate from the University of Mary Washington, and a Career Services Certificate in Early Childhood Education from Germanna Community College. She has also completed the Level I Training for The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Director of Mission and Evangelism
As Director of Mission and Evangelism, Jake oversees the parish's range of programs, commissions, and partnerships that strive for human dignity, justice, and peace through service and advocacy in the city and beyond. Specifically, he is the primary point of connection for our community partnerships, global missions, and the work of grace in action. Jake is an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and has experience in congregational ministry, non-profits, and community organizing.
Jake and his spouse live in Fredericksburg with their two children. He is eager for a church basketball team to form so he can play point guard.
Job Titles:
- Director of Music Ministries
John Vreeland joined St. George's in 2005 as Director of Music Ministries. John holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from Nazareth College in Rochester, NY and a Master of Music Degree in Organ Performance from the University of Buffalo.
He serves as parish organist, arranges and composes music for choir and instrumental ensembles, and directs the Choir of St. George's, Jazz Ensemble Choir, St. George Voices, Chamber Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble. He also provides support for the Adult and Children's Hand Bell program, Celtic Ensemble and children's music program, and serves as artistic director of St. George's Chamber Music Series.
John lives in Fredericksburg with his wife, Mary, who is also an active participant in St. George's music program. When he isn't practicing, he enjoys, cooking, gardening and cycling around Fredericksburg.
Job Titles:
- Director of Children 's Music
Juliann Jones, a Year 1 Graduate of the Choristers Guild Institute, has served as an educator in Fredericksburg for 13 years, working with Spotsylvania County Public Schools and Germanna Community College. Juliann earned a BA in History, a Teaching Certificate, and a Minor in Music Performance from the University of Mary Washington. Both as a student, and as a community member, Juliann performed with the University of Mary Washington Philharmonic Orchestra and several UMW Choirs, including the Fredericksburg Singers. Juliann completed her MA in European History from George Mason University, during which she spent a semester studying abroad in Ireland. When Juliann is not teaching or spending time with her three children, Juliann can be found playing cello in the Rappahannock String Quartet or St. George's Episcopal Chamber Ensemble.
Kevin Carey joined the staff at St. George's in 2023 after retiring from a long career as a CPA. His career in accounting included experience in colleges & university, government, public accounting and not-for-profit settings. He has master's degrees in accounting and congregational leadership & administration.
As Parish Finance Manager Kevin is responsible for providing organizational support to the financial management of St. Georges including contributions, payables, budgeting and financial reporting. Please feel free to reach out to Kevin if you have any questions regarding your pledge or any other financial related questions.
Kevin and his wife Cheryl split their time between their home in Leesburg and a second home at Lake Anna. When not at work he enjoys being out on the lake, going to yard sales, and spending time with family and friends.
Laurel Loch joined the staff at St. George's in February 2018. In 2022, she obtained a Master of Science in Church Management (MSCM) from Villanova University. She has previously worked as a technical writer, creative director, and has many years of non-profit leadership and administration experience.
As Chief of Staff, Laurel manages day to day operations, serves as creative director and webmaster, and works closely with the rector on pastoral strategic planning.
Job Titles:
- Hand Bell Choir Director
- Leader for the Fredericksburg Community Concert Band
Lisa Bogardus joined us as Hand Bell Choir Director in 2003. An accomplished musician, she plays clarinet and saxophone with the St. George Jazz Ensemble and clarinet with the Chamber Ensemble, also singing alto with the Choir of St. George's. Lisa also serves as non-stipendiary Music Administrator for St. George's music programs, where her duties include music library maintenance, instrumental arranging and choral conducting.
Lisa, who is also clarinet section leader for the Fredericksburg Community Concert Band, lives in Fredericksburg with her husband Hurley.
Riley Mullen joined our staff in 2018 as Facilities Manager. He handles all light maintenance requests, which are coordinated through the office. He also handles most of the painting and touch up work in our building.