Clergy & Staff

The Very Reverend

Jessica Holthus, Rector

Mtr. Jess answered the call to serve as St. Anne's 7th rector and began her ministry here in February of 2022. She previously served as the associate rector at All Saints Episcopal Church in Frederick, Maryland, and is a graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary.

Reverend Kara Laughlin

Associate Rector for Discipleship

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A recent graduate of Virginia Theological Seminary, Mtr. Kara joined the team at St. Anne’s in August of 2025 as the Associate Rector for Discipleship. Before that, she served as Deacon at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church in Sterling, VA, and wrote over sixty-five non-fiction children’s books.

Sheri Schaffer

Parish Administrator

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Sheri joined St. Anne's in July 2023, after spending nearly 3 decades in association management. She oversees the parish's building and grounds in addition to managing the weekly e-newsletter, church calendar, and other duties assisting Mtr. Jess and St. Anne’s parishioners.

Angie Gray

Office Administrator

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Angie ensures the office is well tuned and ready for action.

Robert Hamilton

Music Director

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Robert Hamilton joined St. Anne's in August 2024. He holds a bachelor's in organ performance from McGill University and a master’s in music theory from the Eastman School of Music.