Lynda HarringtonCCSF Board President Lynda Harrington believes in giving back to the community and lifting up those who need it most.”I serve on the CCSF board because of the directive in Matthew 25 that calls us to recognize Christ in the least among us and to...
Verna Scharbach, long-time Mission Benedict volunteer, celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loving friends, family and community members at the St. Joseph Shelter in Mt. Angel. Verna has been volunteering at Mission Benedict since its inception – in her...
St. Mary Parish, the Benedictine Sisters of Mt. Angel and CCS hosted the Annual St. Joseph Shelter Dinner in Mt. Angel in May. This year’s fundraising goal was met, and two scholarship recipients were recognized during the dinner.Thank You, Sponsors!View...
Friends and admirers gathered for a special brunch at the Bishop Steiner Building on March 2nd to celebrate Bishop Kenneth Steiner’s 40th anniversary as a bishop. CCS Executive Director Jim Seymour interviewed Bishop Steiner about his life and vocation. Friends...
During this week when we honor motherhood, we also want to honor and thank those who treat the care of vulnerable young moms and their babies as a sacred trust. At the Annual Oregon Knights of Columbus Convention in April, Catholic Community Services presented...
The Catholic Daughters at St. Peter Catholic Church in Newberg recently made a donation of beautiful handmade quilts for young mothers and their babies served by the Father Taaffe Homes program. Father Taaffe Homes Program Coordinator Laura, Father Taaffe Homes...
