Our Stories
These are people in your community being helped by programs and services we provide. With the light of Christ, may we continue to ignite hope, build resilience and transform lives; weaving love, whispering grace and building bridges of compassion.
CCS Achieves Accreditation by COA
CCS has once again achieved national recognition as an accredited human services organization through the New York-based Council on Accreditation (COA). Organizations across the U.S. pursue accreditation with COA to demonstrate the implementation of best practice...
Partners Develop Vision for Family Resource and Child Development Center
Together with community partners, CCSF has developed a vision to build a new Family Resource and Child Development Center at the site of the old St. Vincent De Paul building on Portland Road. The Center will serve children with special needs and their families by...
What’s New at St. Joseph Family Shelter
Together with the Benedictine Sisters, St. Mary Parish, Mt. Angel Abbey, Exchange Club and other community partners, CCS has been working to bring new resources to the St. Joseph Family Shelter Campus in Mount Angel to ensure the programs there will thrive and serve...
CCSF Spotlight
Chris JonesCCSF Fiscal and Policy Analyst Chris Jones is a man of hidden talents. Sitting with him in meetings pouring over projections, or hearing his soft, happy whistle down the hall, you would never guess that he has arranged and orchestrated pieces for the...
80th Anniversary Celebration
On Wednesday, CCS celebrated 80 years of service at our Annual Fundraising Luncheon at the Salem Convention Center.More than 700 partners, community members and supporters gathered to learn how together, we can help all members of our community to flourish. Thank you...
Mission Benedict Opens Community Garden
The Mt. Angel Community Garden, right outside the doors of Mission Benedict and Saint Joseph Family Shelter, is reducing food insecurity, increasing the availability of fresh, healthy food, and strengthening community relationships. “The garden is giving Mt. Angel...
St. Joseph Shelter Update
CCS has recently partnered with Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) to help sustain the operation of St. Joseph Shelter and to help more families facing extreme adversity to stay together. There will be some operational changes as a result of the partnership....
CCSF Board Profile
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 serve...
Volunteer Spotlight – Verna Scharbach
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 very...
Direct Support Professionals Retreat
At the annual DSP Retreat in June, CCS Direct Service Professionals (DSPs) were recognized for the selfless care they extend to our customers. The annual retreat at the fairgrounds is a time to play, learn and build positive connections with fellow DSPs. CCS DSPs and...
St. Joseph Shelter Annual Fundraising Dinner
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 GalleryDHS...
CCS Annual Report 2017
View 2017 highlights and a beautiful, full-color spread showcasing 80 years of service for CCS as we honor our past and lean into the future. Read inspiring stories of those we serve, check out upcoming events and don't miss our gratitude report on pages 16-22,...