St. Mark’s is committed to working with God to create a better community and a better world.
God is at work in our world, and St. Mark’s parishioners seek opportunities to join God’s mission in their daily lives—at school, at home, at work and through a variety of social justice and outreach initiatives.
Listed are some of the ways that St. Mark’s gives back to the community, in addition to seasonal or one-time activities.
St. Mark’s Community Outreach
Wednesday Lunch
Since February 2015, St. Mark’s and St. Matthew’s Episcopal Churches have partnered to prepare a nutritious lunch meal for anyone in need, served every Wednesday at St. Mark’s. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles, including setting up tables, preparing and serving lunch items, cleaning up, and monitoring the front entrance.
Volunteer Times
Every Wednesday, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Questions?
Please contact Donna Richardson at dlynnrich322@gmail.com.
Creation Care
The Creation Care team is always exploring ways to help St. Mark’s and the wider community be mindful of environmental stewardship. One of the many programs they have initiated is a compost service for St. Mark’s Church.
Meeting Times
The first Tuesday of every month at 7:30 PM.
Get Involved
If you would like to be a part of this important work, contact Allison Ashley at creation@stmarksevanston.org.
Contact the Social Justice and Outreach Ministry
For general inquiries about social justice and outreach programs at St. Mark’s, contact outreach@stmarksevanston.org.
Red Cart Sundays!
On the 3rd Sunday of every month, we ask parishioners to donate to our Wednesday Lunch program. Donated items are placed in a red shopping cart at the back of the sanctuary.
Please bring:
Jugs of apple juice, cranberry juice, lemonade, or iced tea
Powdered mixes for lemonade or iced tea
Packaged cookies. Our clients love Oreos, Windmills, & Fudge Stripes
Plastic grocery bags for to-go lunches
Interfaith Action of Evanston Programs
St. Mark’s is a member congregation of Interfaith Action of Evanston, a non-profit organization whose mission is to bring together communities of faith and spirit to serve people who are hungry and homeless and to express shared values through action, advocacy, and interfaith dialogue.
Hospitality Center
Since the 1980’s, St. Mark’s has donated space to the Hospitality Center which is administered by Interfaith Action of Evanston. The Hospitality Center provides a warm, nurturing environment for daytime use by the guests who are homeless.
Guests may use the services of a job coordinator or case manager, or they may make use of the facilities for grooming or making phone calls regarding jobs and apartments.
Hospitality Center Address
St Mark's Episcopal Church
1509 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL
Hospitality Center Hours
Monday - Friday, every week
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Volunteer
Email ia@interfaithactionofevanston.org to volunteer at the Hospitality Center.
Producemobile
Volunteers with Interfaith Action of Evanston distribute 11,000 lbs. of fresh produce, donated by the Greater Chicago Food Depository, to residents of Cook County in need.
Numbered tickets are provided to guests, who each receive 15-25 pounds of fruits and vegetables. There is a walk-up line and distribution takes place outside.
Distribution Address
Robert Crown Community Center (RCCC)
1801 Main St, Evanston, IL
Distribution Hours
2nd Tuesday of each month
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM while supplies last
Volunteer
The Episcopal Campus Ministry at Northwestern University
Canterbury House
Canterbury House, located near the Northwestern University campus in Evanson, is an outreach ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. The Canterbury House provides worship and discussion opportunities for college students.
St. Mark’s rector Greg Millikin also serves as the chaplain at the Canterbury House.
Sunday Evening Worship
Sundays, 6:00 PM
2010 Orrington Ave, Evanston, IL
Contact
canterbury.house.northwestern@gmail.com
(281) 797-7752