Mt. Calvary Community Supper Celebrates 7th Birthday

Mt. Calvary Community Supper of Acton

Celebrates Its 7th Birthday

On April 10th 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 Chicken Dinner. Founded by Pastor Tim, Knapp Mike Tobia, Betty Andrews, Carol Graton, Joan Appleton, Rhett Cahill, Dawn Phelan and Stan Reible in April 2012, the Mt. Calvary Community Supper has served over 30,000 free dinners to all those in need who wish to dine every Wednesday from 4:45pm to 6pm. On this particular day, the Fellowship Hall was festively set with a birthday theme and everyone was in a celebratory mood. As diners arrived, they began to greet 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, 120 guests were provided with a delicious meal and merriment.

The success of Mt. Calvary Community Supper has been remarkable. Approximately 100 guests are served each week. 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 70 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.

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. For example, this Birthday Celebration Dinner was sponsored by a local family as a gift of love for our Chairman Mike Tobia whose tireless efforts enable Mt. Calvary Community Supper to be such a success serving others.

As a community, we can all have a positive impact on the fight against hunger and social isolation. We welcome you to join us individually or as a group to show that we are a caring and compassionate community. $30 will provide 10 individuals a free meal. $300 will provide an entire night’s meal to everyone.

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