Mt. Calvary Community Supper of Acton Celebrates It's 4th Birthday

Mt. Calvary Community Supper of Acton Celebrates Its 4th Birthday

And Strives to Make a Difference for Many

On April 13th the kitchen at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church at 472 Mass. Ave was a buzz with volunteers chopping, mixing, and cooking as they prepared a scrumptious roast turkey dinner graciously provided by Lowe’s Meat Market of Northborough. Founded by Pastor Tim, Knapp Mike Tobia, Joan Appleton, Betty Andrews, Stan Reible, Carol Graton, Rhett Cahill, and Dawn Phelan, and in April 2012, the Mt. Calvary Community Supper has served over 15,000 free dinners to all those in need who wish to dine every Wednesday from 5pm to 6pm. On this particular day the dining hall was festively set with a birthday theme and everyone was in a celebratory mood. As diners arrived they began to great each other and sit with both new and old friends. Servers attended to each guest and as the evening progressed everyone delighted in the 3 course meal. By the end of the evening over 110 people joined in the celebration.

The success of Mt. Calvary Community Supper has been remarkable. It has filled a great void for so many who rely on the weekly gathering. For some it is a time to have a meal that is home cooked, not from a microwave. For others it is a time to socialize with others rather than be alone at home. The guests are always so appreciative for the delicious meal and the friendly, welcoming environment.

Throughout each month over 80 volunteers give of themselves to make certain that all runs smoothly each Wednesday. Mt. Calvary Community Supper’s success is a testament to the dedication of these volunteers, the founders and also Carol Lake and Christine Ryan who bring their experience from a former organization that they had established. But volunteering is only one critical component of success. So much is also dependent on additional contributions.

Just recently the supper received a donation from a child in Acton. Her hand printed note stated, “I am giving you $5$ because my Sunday School teacher said to spend the $5$ he gave us on someone else. I am giving it to you so you can have a meal.” Signed Josie. We have not met this child or the Sunday School teacher but what we know is that if every one of us could be this compassionate and share with those in need of a nutritious meal and a sense of belonging, our world would be a better place for all of us to live in.

Mt. Calvary Community Supper, the only community supper in Acton, is earnestly trying to make that difference in the lives of many through the generosity of its volunteers, sponsors, business and community organizations, fellow churches, and wonderful individuals who give from their heart with their time, gifts, and monetary donations. As a community we can all have a positive impact on the fight against hunger and social isolation. We can all learn from Josie and teach ourselves, our children and our grandchildren that we are a caring community that is joining together to help alleviate hunger and social isolation in Acton.

Should you wish to support Mt. Calvary Community Supper, please consider volunteering an hour of your time or offering a donation.

Donations may be made to Mt. Calvary Community Supper, P.O. Box 1125, Acton MA 01720

If interested joining the volunteers: Contact Mike Tobia at 508-243-3891

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