The Rev. Sarah Akes-Cardwell
Associate Rector for Parish Life and Family Ministry
(202) 347-8766 Ext. 307
Sarah grew up in East Tennessee and moved to the DC area in 2013 to begin her studies at Virginia Theological Seminary. As an undergraduate at Sewanee, Sarah studied U.S. History and International and Global Studies. Sarah served as the Assistant Rector at Middleham & St. Peter’s Parish in Lusby, MD where much of her ministry focused on children, youth, and intergenerational formation. More recently, Sarah served as the Episcopal Chaplain at the University of Maryland (College Park) and Holy Trinity Episcopal School in Bowie, MD. Sarah’s wife, Amanda, is also an Episcopal priest. Together they have a young son, Sam, who brings them immense joy and new learnings each day. You can find them exploring local parks, breweries, and historic sites in their downtime.