Meet Our Staff

Rev. Carol Flanagan

In January 2024, The Rev. Canon Carol Cole Flanagan joined St. James’ as our Interim Rector. Carol earned her master of Divinity from Virginia Theological Seminary. Her resume includes an impressive list of offices and committees on which she has served at both the Diocesan and the National Church level.

Richard Drehoff Jr.

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…

Mechelle Cascardo

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 Davis

Laura comes to us after 14 years of ministry at The Bishops Chapel at Fairhaven.  She lives in Sykesville with her Husband, Steve, and feline babies, Joy 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 April to…

Amanda Norman

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…