Governance
USG’s Board of Trustees, 2026-27
Ministry Executive Team (MET) 2026–27
The Ministry Executive Team (MET) manages the day-to-day operations of USG, including spiritual and lifelong learning programs and events, social justice activities, membership, caring, property, and finances. MET works within policies set by the Board and makes all significant decisions in collaboration with the Board.The MET is headed by the Senior Minister; members include the Church Administrator and two to three lay leaders. MET is responsible to:
- assign resources (people and money) based on the Board’s strategic initiatives and priorities,
- assign and clarify tasks to councils and committees, and
- collaborate with committees and councils to evaluate their achievements against their goals.
2026–27 MET Members:
Rev. Hannah Capaldi, Kate Sparacio, Jody Hill, Margaret Thompson, Paula Behrens
Contact: met@usguu.org
Nominating Committee 2026–27
Treva Burger, co-chair (FY 2027)
Andrea Barsevick (FY 2027)
Tiffany Hill, co-chair (FY 2028)
Marjorie Winther (FY 2028)
Devery Howerton (FY 2029)
Megan Moser (FY 2029)
Allocation Chart of Specific Board and MET Responsibilities