by Karlene Curtin | Mar 16, 2021 | Friends & Partners, Our Stories, People We Serve
Even during an unprecedented time of crisis, with widespread health concerns due to COVID, volunteers remain a vital part of CCS and a blessing to those we serve. “CCS volunteers heard the call, rose to the occasion, and astonished us with an amazing number of hours...
by Ann Todd | Jan 26, 2021 | Our Stories, People We Serve, Support
Food Pantry Specialist Lei Schaecher makes a difference in the lives of thousands of people served by Mission Benedict in Mt. Angel. “Lei is patient, detail-oriented, compassionate and community minded.” says Senior Program Director Lori Simpson. “She works every day...
by Ann Todd | Jan 25, 2021 | People We Serve
Mission Benedict helps an average of 50-60 families each week. Due to the pandemic, food boxes are now packed in advance, and people needing clothing or household items can make appointments to ensure social distancing is possible. “We saw an increase in new...
by Ann Todd | Jan 25, 2021 | Sanctuary
With the New Year, most of us dream up resolutions that we strive to commit to in order to better ourselves and our overall well-being. New Year’s resolutions aren’t meant to end if we have difficulties along the way. We can use resolutions as tools to...
by Bettina Bautista | Dec 18, 2020 | Friends & Partners
Salem-Keizer Public Schools selected Catholic Community Services as their December Community Partner of the Month. Each month, Salem-Keizer Public Schools recognize a partner in the community that has become integral. “The work they do to support our students...
by Bettina Bautista | Dec 18, 2020 | Friends & Partners
Phil Westover of St. Peter Catholic Church in Newberg has been a hobby woodworker for 50 years, with a forte in crafting wooden toy trucks and tractors. Thank you, Phil, for sharing your talent with us.
by Bettina Bautista | Dec 18, 2020 | News & Events
St. Mary pastor Fr. Philip Waibel blessed 115 food boxes for distribution for those in need this Christmas. Thank you to the many people who contributed to the boxes and to the Knights of Columbus who assemble the boxes each year.
by Bettina Bautista | Nov 23, 2020 | Staff
Angela Dionne Angela Dionne has an undeniable passion for serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), and it is apparent in her dedication and 20 years of service with ISN. Angela began working for ISN in 2001 as a personal agent and...
by Bettina Bautista | Nov 23, 2020 | Intranet Stories
Congratulations to our Fall Door Decorating Contest Winners! Don’t forget to participate in the Winter/Holiday Decorating Contest. All submissions are due Wednesday, December 16 by 5:00pm. Please submit your entries to Lori at lsimpson@ccswv.org....
by Bettina Bautista | Oct 30, 2020 | Friends & Partners
The Queen of Peace Knights of Columbus are true champions for the children we serve. For a second time in the span of a few months, they came together to install a playground for CCS. Their first project is already in use by children attending preschool at the Seymour...
