UPCaM Board of Trustees

Our Board includes lay and clergy representatives from the denominations and congregations that support UPCaM. Terms are three years and renewable for consecutive terms.

To learn more about serving UPCaM, please contact Campus Minister, Amanda Powell

  • Rev. Steve Bailey, President

    United Methodist Church

    Rev. Steve Bailey serves University Circle United Methodist Church . With experience at the District level of the United Methodist Church, he brings connections and insight.

  • Rev. Jessie MacMillan, Vice President

    Presbyterian Church (USA)

    Rev. Jessie is senior pastor at The Church of the Covenant. Located in the heart of Case’s Campus, her congregation supports UPCaM’s ministry daily through hosting events, meal preparation, clothing donations, and more.

  • David Lamar, Secretary

    Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

    Dave Lamar is UPCaM's longest serving Board member and brings deep connections with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

  • Daniella Wirt, Treasurer

    Grace Church (Non-denominational)

    Daniella is passionate about supporting young people in their faith journey. She brings her gifts as a CPA to support the financial goals of UPCaM.

  • Rev. Geoffrey Black, Chair Financial Sustainability Committee

    United Church of Christ

    Rev. Geoffrey brings years of experience as a local church pastor, regional minister, and General Secretary of the United Church of Christ.

  • Rev. Gabriel Lawrence

    The Episcopal Church

    Assistant Rector at St. Pauls Episcopal Church, Rev. Gabriel brings a background in music ministry, campus ministry, and a passionate for young people’s faith formation.

  • Rev. Halldor Gudmundsson

    United Church of Christ/ United Methodist Church

    Originally from Iceland, Pastor Halldor has a heart for campus ministry. He serves Church of the Redeemer (United Methodist) in Cleveland Heights and shares his expertise in technology with UPCaM.

  • Meg Marshall

    The Episcopal Church/United Methodist Church

    Meg is an expert in faith formation for children and youth. She currently serves as Director of Children’s Ministries at Church of the Saviour (United Methodist).

  • Vicar Albie Nicols

    Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

    Vicar Albie currently serves Peace Lutheran. He is a passionate about creative worship, building community, and LGBTQ+ advocacy and inclusion.

  • Rev. Ray Banks

    United Church of Christ

    Rev. Ray is a licensed minister at Mt. Zion United Church of Christ, where he also sings in the choir. He serves as a Funeral Service Attendant at Calhoun Memorials.

  • Dr. Jim Thomas

    The Episcopal Church

    Jim Thomas is a member of Trinity Episcopal. He brings experience in University Administration and a love for faith formation.