For general inquiries, please contact the church office at 540.373.4133 or email us.
The church office is open Monday – Thursday from 9 am – 3 pm, Friday from 9 am – 12 pm, and by appointment. Please call or email the church office if you need to make an appointment.
If you have a pastoral emergency such as a hospitalization, serious illness, death, or other emergency where you need to speak with clergy immediately, please call or text: 540.361.8573.
CLERGY
The Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr.
Rector
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The Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr. (“Joe,” he/him) grew up in Greensboro, NC at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church and attended the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics and UNC Chapel Hill. A monastery experience at age 23 helped cement his commitment to Christ. He later worked as a professional youth minister and for a community mediation center. Preparing for priesthood, he served at St. Mark’s, Roxboro, NC, Goodwin House (Alexandria, VA) and Church of the Epiphany, Washington, D.C. and graduated (DMin) from Virginia Theological Seminary. Ordained deacon and priest in 2007, he became assistant rector at St. Luke’s, Durham, NC, serving on the Diocesan Council in North Carolina from 2010-2014. Since 2015, he has been rector of St. George’s in Fredericksburg, VA.
Joe is committed to his own work toward justice and healing and dismantling all forms of oppression which inhibit our flourishing as God’s beloved children.
Joe and his spouse of 23 years, Sarah White, have three children, Lucy, Stella, and Owen. He currently chairs the Human Kindness Foundation Board of Directors and has had gigs as a musician, Outward Bound instructor, and performing clown (“Ashes”). He loves singing, playing outside, contemplative practices, and making holy mischief.
The Rev. Will Dickinson
Associate Rector
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A Fredericksburg native, Fr. Will was ordained a priest by Bishop Susan Goff in September and is a 2020 graduate of Yale Divinity School. Before seminary, he served Buck Mountain Episcopal Church in Earlysville, VA after graduating from the University of Virginia. While in Charlottesville, he studied theology and music and continues to perform as a bass vocalist and conductor.
Besides Jesus, his passions include history, film, justice, and bringing back wide-brim hats. Recent hobbies include adding even more books to the already perilously tall stacks in his home and irrationally insisting that, yes, it does sound better on vinyl.
As Associate Rector, he serves our discipleship ministries, including adult formation, youth formation, and small group fellowship. Eager to get to know the whole Fredericksburg community, Will is always up for a good cup of coffee or a music recommendation. Really. Any excuse for a macchiato.
The Rev. Ethan Lowery
Young Adult Missioner
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The Rev. Ethan Lowery (he/him) is an Episcopal priest and a native of Richmond who is very grateful to be back in the land of humidity and thunderstorms, if you can believe it. Ethan is a recent graduate of the Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley California where he completed a Master of Divinity and also a Master of Arts degree in the area of sociology of religion. His ministry interests include youth and summer camp and multi-generational ministries, preaching, and community organizing. Ethan was involved in his own campus ministry program at the College of William & Mary including serving as the student Senior Warden; his interest in young adult ministry is rooted in being a young adult and having experienced himself the Church not always knowing what to do with 20- and 30-somethings. In his free time, you’ll find him sitting still, lying down, wasting time, poorly tending his plants, or replaying old Nintendo 64 games. You can be in touch with Ethan here.
Clergy Associates
Our clergy associates (priests or deacons) are retired members of the congregation who occasionally will serve in worship, perform pastoral ministry, or assist in teaching and formation. To reach them, please contact the office who will relay messages to them.
The Rev. Dr. Rosemary Beales |
The Rev. Dr. Lynn Collins |
MUSIC
John H. Vreeland
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.
Achim Loch
Assistant Director of Music Ministries
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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.
Lisa Bogardus
Hand Bell Choir Director
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.
Juliann Jones
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.
OFFICE STAFF
Laurel E. Loch
Chief of Staff
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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.
Kevin Carey
Parish Finance Manager
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.
Jake DeNap
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.
Barbara Miller-Richards
Parish Secretary
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.
PRESCHOOL
Danielle Davis
Preschool Director
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.
FACILITIES
Facilities Manager
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.