Church Council President Jason Reno, will share updates with the congregation on Sunday, November 8, at 11:00 AM. The Update will include presentations about Trinity's financial life, progress on the parsonage renovation, updates about staffing and the call process, and other general observations about our life together at Trinity. The Congregation Council will provide the Coffee Hour reception.

Everyone is welcome to attend and stay informed about the life and ministry of the congregation.

Trinity will celebrate Commitment Sunday during 9:30 AM worship on Sunday, November 8, as members are invited to return their Statement of Intent for supporting ministry at Trinity in 2027. This annual practice is a meaningful moment to reflect on God’s generosity, support Trinity’s mission, and step together into the coming ministry year with shared purpose and hope.

Click here to learn more about this year’s stewardship appeal.

Trinity will step in to organize the Soup Kitchen at St. Paul’s Evanston on Sunday, November 8. If you’re willing to help by donating, prepping, driving, or serving, please sign up using the button below.

Help support Hi-League’s youth programs and get a delicious meal at the same time. For just $10, you will get an individual lasagna (meat or vegetarian options), salad, and a roll. Orders are due by Thursday, November 5, and will be available for pickup at church on Sunday, November 8.

Click the button below to place your order. Payment by cash or check is due at the time of pickup, or pay online here and put “Hi-League Lasagna” in the Note field.

Join Rev. Peg Otte for a thoughtful conversation on the themes of All Saints Sunday on November 1 at 11:00 AM , exploring remembrance, hope, and the communion of saints. This discussion offers space to reflect together on the sermon and the meaning of this day in our shared life of faith.

Confirmation youth will meet at Trinity to go trick-or-treating for canned goods to add to the Little Free Pantry. Costumes are encouraged! See Lauren for more information.

Families with children in Kindergarten through high school are invited to Intergen, a casual evening with worship and dinner, on Sunday, October 25, from 5:00-8:00 PM.

The schedule for the evening is:

• 5:00–6:00 PM | Activities for K-6 Graders & Adult Conversations

• 6:00–6:30 PM | Dinner

• 6:30–7:00 PM | Worship

• 7:00–8:00 PM | Hi-League Hang

Gather with Rev. JoAnn Post for a discussion on Reformation Day as we look back with thanks for reformers in times past, and challenge ourselves to be always alert to God's re-forming, re-empowering, re-shaping work in our time.

Trinity photographer Rob Payne will be shooting photos of Trinity's Sunday morning activities and group/staff photos on Sundays, October 11 and 25. We will invite groups to remain in the sanctuary after worship for photos. Arrangements will be made with groups that can not gather on a Sunday morning. The goal of this photo shoot is to expand Trinity's photo library for internal and external use.

Spend two relaxing Saturdays enjoying Mahjong Fun at Trinity in the Fellowship Hall on October 17 & 24 from 1:00–3:00 PM. Whether you’re brand‑new or experienced, all levels are welcome. Each Trinity member may bring one guest, and anyone with a favorite Mahjong set is encouraged to bring it along. Please sign up at the See-Sign-Serve table or reach out to the church office.

If you love reading and discussing books, the Women’s Book Chat is for you! For the Wednesday, October 21, discussion at 11:00 AM, the group will read The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

You are invited to a special Coffee Hour & Fellowship on Sunday, October 18, to meet Pastor Peg Otte, Trinity’s Pastor for Congregation Care on the Transition Team. Hear brief reflections from members about giving and receiving care at Trinity, then enjoy time for conversation, questions, and sharing your ideas and hopes for connection and care during this time of transition. There will also be opportunities to sign up to join others in offering support, kindness, and mutual care to the Trinity community. All are welcome!

Trinity will step in to organize the Soup Kitchen at St. Paul’s Evanston on Sunday, October 18. If you’re willing to help by donating, prepping, driving, or serving, please sign up using the button below.

Spend two relaxing Saturdays enjoying Mahjong Fun at Trinity in the Fellowship Hall on October 17 & 24 from 1:00–3:00 PM. Whether you’re brand‑new or experienced, all levels are welcome. Each Trinity member may bring one guest, and anyone with a favorite Mahjong set is encouraged to bring it along. Please sign up at the See-Sign-Serve table or reach out to the church office.

Pastor JoAnn Post, Pastor for Administration on Trinity's Transition Team, will be the guest speaker for Adult Forum on Sunday, October 11, at 11:00 AM. She will share thoughts about the transition process and observations after two months in her role. Pastor Post will also lead a conversation about our hopes and dreams for Trinity's future. This is being offered to keep the congregation up-to-date and involved with conversations about the congregation's common life, opportunities, and challenges.

Confirmation youth are invited to grab some delicious donuts and chill after worship on Sunday, October 11. Enjoy a sweet time hanging with friends.

Trinity photographer Rob Payne will be shooting photos of Trinity's Sunday morning activities and group/staff photos on Sundays, October 11 and 25. We will invite groups to remain in the sanctuary after worship for photos. Arrangements will be made with groups that can not gather on a Sunday morning. The goal of this photo shoot is to expand Trinity's photo library for internal and external use.

Join Lori Hatton, End-of-Life Doula, Elder Care Consultant, and founder of Nightingale Crossings, at Trinity on Saturday, October 10, for an interactive program from 8:30–11:30 AM exploring how to talk about death, define what a “good” end of life means, and create a plan that clearly documents medical and non-medical wishes.

Participants will leave with practical tools to start important conversations and begin an end-of-life plan, easing the burden on loved ones and providing greater peace of mind. This free workshop is open to all—friends, family, and members of the Evanston community are all welcome.

RSVP through the form below or at the See-Sign-Serve table.

Sponsored by SALT (Senior Adults Learning at Trinity).

On Sunday, October 4, join Carol Wilson during the Adult Forum at 11:00 AM to learn about Interfaith Action of Evanston, a nonprofit coalition of diverse faith communities working together to address poverty, hunger, homelessness, and economic instability in the Evanston area. Find out how the organization brings people of different faiths into partnership to provide essential services, advocate for social justice, and build a more equitable community, and discover how you can get involved.

Meet and chat with like-minded people, enjoy some snacks, and write postcards to voters in Wisconsin, Michigan, and Georgia in the Gathering Space at Trinity on Wednesday, September 30, from 6:30–8:30 PM. You can bring your own postcards, or we will provide them. Bring postcard stamps or make a donation to help cover stamps.

Reservations and payment to attend Interfaith Action of Evanston (IAE)’s 2026 Vision Keeper Dinner are due to the church office by Tuesday, September 29.

The dinner takes place on Sunday, October 25, at 5:30 PM at the Hilton Orrington Hotel in Evanston. Among the evening’s many honorees will be Trinity’s own Peg Lee. Click here to read more about why Peg was nominated for and is very deserving of this award.

Tickets for the dinner are $90 per person. Checks should be made out to Interfaith Action of Evanston with “Vision Keeper Dinner” in the memo line. Checks, along with your entrée selection for dinner (gluten-free, vegetarian, chicken, or salmon), should be turned in to the office at the time of your registration.

Questions? Contact the church office by email or phone.

This event has been canceled!

The Faith in Action Committee invites you to Singing Resistance Evanston rehearsals at Trinity to learn simple, group songs of courage and resistance Monday, September 28, at 7:00–8:30 PM. No sheet music, no singing experience, and no reservations necessary. All ages and voices are welcome.

Families with children in Kindergarten through high school are invited to Intergen, a casual evening with worship and dinner, on Sunday, September 27, from 5:00-8:00 PM.

The schedule for the evening is:

5:00–6:00 PM | Activities for K-6 Graders & Adult Conversations

6:00–6:30 PM | Dinner

6:30–7:00 PM | Worship

7:00–8:00 PM | Hi-League Hang

On Sunday, September 27, join Philip McPeek, Director of Music and Worship, during the Adult Forum time at 11:00 AM.

There was a time when church musicians and preachers alike were expected to compose in the moment, and when the training for that was ordinary rather than exotic. It rested on an older understanding of memory — not as recall, but as the workshop where material is gathered and arranged until you can build with it. This session looks at what that craft required, how it was taught, and what happened to it when print made it optional. It closes with a question about our own moment: as we hand more of the arranging over to our machines, what does invention still ask of us? We'll start at the keyboard, but no musical background is needed.

Be a part of Trinity’s God’s Work. Our Hands. project for this year by decorating and assembling personal care kits for seniors living at LSSI’s Shore Line Place. Stay after 9:30 AM worship on Sunday, September 27, to lend a hand to help love and serve our neighbors.

Donations of full-sized shampoo, conditioner, hand soap, toothpaste, and toothbrushes are also needed and can be dropped off in the Gathering Space from Sunday, September 6 until Sunday, September 20.

Splash into Fall with a BBQ & Pool Party to kick off a new year of ministry for middle and high schoolers at Trinity. On Sunday, September 20, students and their families will meet up at the Benigni House at 4:00 PM for an evening of food and family fun. Use the form below to RSVP by Wednesday, September 16. Please bring your own towels and a side dish or dessert to share. Reach out to the church office if you need the address.

Starting September 20, little ones (ages 3–6ish) can head out after the children’s sermon during the 9:30 AM service for a fun, faith-filled time with Bible stories, crafts, and more. Led by Valerie Braun, this new Sunday School option is a great way for kids to learn and grow each week.

You're invited to a watch party at Trinity for Pastor Erik's installation as Bishop on Saturday, September 19. Gather at 3:00 PM and bring your own snacks and beverages to enjoy. Let's celebrate this momentous event together!

If you love reading and discussing books, the Women’s Book Chat is for you! For the Wednesday, September 16, discussion at 11:00 AM, the group will read The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama (14th), Desmond Tutu, & Douglas Abrams.

You’re invited to a special Adult Forum featuring Rev. Brian Sauder, President & CEO of Faith in Place, on Sunday, September 13, at 11:00 AM. As the guest preacher during worship and continuing during the forum, Rev. Sauder will share how Faith in Place is cultivating a powerful multifaith movement for environmental justice and inspiring communities to care for creation in meaningful ways, striving for a healthier, more just world, with a presentation titled “The Indoor Air We Breathe".

More information about Rev. Sauder:
Rev. Sauder serves as the President and CEO of Faith in Place, a nonprofit empowering people of diverse faiths and spiritualities to be leaders in advancing environmental and racial justice by providing resources to educate, connect, and advocate for healthier communities.

​Ordained by the Mennonite Church, U.S.A. - Rev. Sauder also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago, and McCormick Theological Seminary—teaching public ministry courses for future clergy and faith leaders on organizing for environmental justice.

​He is an award recipient of the University of Illinois Business School's Community Scholar, a Central IL Business 40 Under 40 winner, and a 2019 Midwest Energy News' 40 Under 40 winner.

​Rev. Sauder grew up in rural Tazewell County, IL, and received his B.S. in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences from the University of Illinois, his M.A. in Religion from Urbana Theological Seminary, and his M.B.A. from the University of Illinois.