Justice & Activism for Our Community
When Metropolitan Community Churches first came into being, Rev. Elder Troy Perry made a clear decision that this church would be committed to the cause of social justice. We gladly carry that mantle in the Sarasota & Bradenton community. The work of justice and work of mercy are the works of Jesus.
Current Justice Opportunities
Second Chance Last Opportunity Backpack Drive
Through July 24 — Our partners at Second Chance Last Opportunity are in need of Backpacks and boxes of cereal for their back to school supply drive. Bring these items to the sanctuary to help serve students in need.
Voices of Florida Backpack Drive
Through July 27 — Our partners at Voices of Florida have invited us to participate in their backpack drive. Supplies such as: backpacks, crayons, markers, pencils, pens, notebook paper, rulers, gluesticks, binders, notebooks, and more should be brought to the box in the sanctuary. All supplies will go to underserved students in the community.
Ongoing Justice Work
Emma E. Booker Elementary School
We have an ongoing partnership with this wonderful school. Many of our congregants volunteer in ways that directly impact the lives of these students and teachers.
Sarasota County School Board Meetings
The Sarasota School Board has had local and national attention over the last year for all the ways the board has failed to meet the needs of ALL students. It is necessary to call them out and use our voices at the school board meetings.
Blessing Bags
We invite you to pick up blessing bags every Sunday. As you encounter folks who might need water, a little food, a toothbrush, etc., offer them a blessing bag. We encourage you to do the most important thing: find our their name and their story.
GET INVOLVED
Food for Our Neighbors
Families in our area need assistance with food. Some items needed include: Rice, Beans, Pasta & Sauce, Peanut butter, Juices, Cereals, Oatmeal, Bread, Bath & Dish soap, Laundry detergent, Toothpaste, Toilet paper, Napkins, Baby wipes, Diapers (various sizes). You can deliver these items to Church of the Trinity or donate to the fund for our team to purchase.
Zooms with Zander
Wednesdays from 7-8 PM - We’re living in politically perilous times in the United States. Are you feeling overwhelmed by this? Remember that Hope has a name, and that name is your name. Join every Wednesday to give your hope hands and feet within your community!