​STAFF

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The Rev. Laura J. Masterson
​PRIEST-IN-CHARGE
Laura began her ministry at St. Mary and St. Martha in August of 2021. Having experience in education in her past vocation, she recognizes the value of every interaction in community. Laura has a passion for mobilizing the body of Christ to go where few go. She emphasizes the need for formation and energy among the laity and has a heart for care and mission...and belly laughing.
Contact Mtr. Laura by email @lmasterson@smmbuford.org
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Kelly Smith
COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR & ASST. TO THE CLERGY
Kelly Smith became the Parish Administrator here in June of 2021. She comes to us with an extensive background in Marketing, Event Planning and Administration Assistance. Kelly and her husband Daniel have three children. She is a native NYC girl turned Georgia Peach back in the late 90's. She loves St. Mary and St. Martha and is grateful to be here.
Contact Kelly Smith by email @comms@smmbuford.org
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Dr. Sam Ritter
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
Dr. Sam Ritter completed a doctorate in conducting at Indiana University in the spring of 2020. His minor field certifications are in music theory and composition, and he has served in churches in Tennessee, Oklahoma, Indiana, Georgia, and Rome, Italy. He has had pieces premiered and recorded in England, and was lucky enough to sing for Queen Elizabeth in 2019. Dr. Ritter also  works for the Boston Consulting Group in Atlanta. In his free time, you'll find him with a cup of coffee or trying to find someone to toss a frisbee. 
Contact Dr. Sam Ritter by email @music@smmbuford.org
MORE AT samrittermusic.com

treasurY Department

Donna Dennison - treasury@smmbuford.org​
The Finance Committee
Lois Lazenby
Trevor Thomas
Keith Powell
Leo Helme
John Cole
Tom Draper

VESTRY

What is the vestry?
In short, the Vestry guides and supports the people. While "Vestry" is an old English term, its value is essential to the life of any Episcopal parish. Meeting once a month and around a meal, our Vestry makes decisions about resources and finances, always leading as followers of Jesus. Everyone is invited to attend a Vestry meeting. Want to know more? ​
Vestry Members
Allison Harrington - Senior Warden
Brandon Benjamin - Junior Warden
Jill Cunningham
Keith Powell
​Mandy Nottingham
Leslie Egbarin
Raul Rueda
Robin Braden