Serve Our Neighbors
Faith In Action
The Faith in Action Committee at Trinity is committed to providing opportunities to stand with our neighbors and seek a more just and compassionate world.
Shine the Light (Thursdays Evenings)
Inspired by the Beacons of Light movement, the Evanston Interfaith Clergy and Leaders (EICL) invites the community to gather each Thursday for a simple, visible act of hope and solidarity. As part of the growing nationwide interfaith movement known as “Shine the Light,” neighbors stand publicly with handmade signs affirming human dignity, compassionate democracy, and support for those targeted by cruelty and fear. The group meets at 6:00 PM.
Gather at any of the Evanston locations (people will be present at all three each week): Dempster & Ridge; Chicago & Main; and Central Street & Lincolnwood Drive (near Hartigan’s Ice Cream). This is a low-barrier, 30-minute public witness. Bring a sign (or we’ll have one for you), and stand with your neighbors. If you’d like to attend with other Trinity members, contact the church office. Please note that the time will change this spring as the days get longer, so check for updates. To learn more, check out these articles from Ms. Magazine and Union Theological Seminary.
Ongoing Service & Outreach Opportunities
Soup Kitchen at St. Paul’s Lutheran
Once a month, Trinity helps organize the Soup Kitchen at St. Paul’s Lutheran. The next date is Sunday, October 18. If you’re willing to help plan, cook, or serve, please sign up through the button below or reach out to the church office.
Little Free Pantry
The Little Free Pantry is a simple way you can make a real impact on food insecurity in our community. Nonperishable food donations can be dropped off anytime outside by the pantry, and monetary gifts are also welcome to help restock essential items.
Worship Assistants
Volunteers are needed to assist with Worship throughout the year. Roles include ushers, greeters, lay ministers, lectors, communion assistants, and more. Click here to learn more and sign up.
Coffee Hour Hosts
Help create a warm and welcoming space by hosting coffee hour. It’s easy, fun, and a meaningful way to serve! You can opt for set-up from 8:30–9:30 AM or clean-up from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM. Sign up today at the “See-Sign-Serve” table in the Gathering Space.
Anti-Hunger Ministry
At Trinity, our mission is to transform lives by living the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We do this through service to fight hunger in our community and beyond. We provide food, resources, and hope to those in need through meal prep, food collections, and partnerships with local and global organizations. Learn more through the button below.
October Mission Possible
Interfaith Action of Evanston brings together faith communities and volunteers to support neighbors who are hungry, unhoused, or facing economic hardship. Through daily meals, emergency overnight shelter, warming centers, job readiness programs, and advocacy, they offer both immediate relief and long-term pathways toward stability. Their work reflects a simple but powerful belief shared across many faith traditions: every person deserves dignity, safety, and care.
Interfaith Action of Evanston is a lifeline for people who might otherwise fall through the cracks. They meet urgent needs while also addressing the systemic challenges that keep families in cycles of poverty and homelessness. This blend of compassion, collaboration, and justice-centered action makes their impact felt every single day in Evanston.
This mission depends on the generosity of people who believe in caring for their neighbors. A financial gift directly supports meals, shelter, supplies, and the programs that help people move toward stability. If you’re able, please consider making a donation—your support strengthens the safety net and helps ensure that hope and hospitality remain at the heart of our community.