What is the relationship between Calpurnia and Tom Robinson in "To Kill a Mockingbird?"

Calpurnia and Tom Robinson belong to the same church, the First Purchase African M.E. Church in Maycomb. In the story, Atticus tells Scout that Cal knows Tom's family quite well. So, Tom and Calpurnia are fellow parishioners and members of Maycomb's close-knit African American community.

In chapter 12, Calpurnia contributes money to the collection plate. The minister tells the congregation that the church will collect money to benefit Tom's wife and children for four consecutive...

Calpurnia and Tom Robinson belong to the same church, the First Purchase African M.E. Church in Maycomb. In the story, Atticus tells Scout that Cal knows Tom's family quite well. So, Tom and Calpurnia are fellow parishioners and members of Maycomb's close-knit African American community.

In chapter 12, Calpurnia contributes money to the collection plate. The minister tells the congregation that the church will collect money to benefit Tom's wife and children for four consecutive weekends. Because Tom is in prison, Helen must depend upon her fellow parishioners for financial assistance. Reverend Sykes also tells the congregation that Helen cannot leave her children to go to work (while Tom is in jail).

Later, Calpurnia accompanies Atticus to break the news of Tom's death to Helen. When Helen collapses from her grief, Calpurnia and Atticus help her into her home. Calpurnia's presence during the emotional interaction demonstrates that she is a close friend of the family.