by Elizabeth Millenheft | Dec 17, 2024 | Friends & Partners, Our Stories
Kay Flynn (left) with Volunteer Services Coordinator Heidi Frederick (right). Kay Flynn began volunteering with Catholic Community Services around 2015. Her generosity has touched many CCS programs, including Mission Benedict, St. Joseph Family Shelter, Fostering Hope...
by Karlene Curtin | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Brian is a beloved resident of one of our Adult Residential homes. He finds joy in routine and is passionate about all things Star Wars! Brian’s family feels reassured knowing he is surrounded by friends in a safe, supportive home environment, allowing him to live a...
by Karlene Curtin | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
Queen of Angels Monastery has been entrusted to Catholic Community Services by the Benedictine Sisters of Mt. Angel. CCS is now responsible for the monastery’s perpetual care encompassing the building, grounds, and the legacy ministries that will reside there...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Nov 4, 2024 | Intranet, Our Stories, Staff
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating Lori Simpson who has just celebrated her 25th anniversary with Catholic Community Services (CCS). Prior to working at CCS, Lori worked for St. Vincent de Paul in Northeast Portland for three years. The long commute from...
by Karlene Curtin | Oct 15, 2024 | Intranet
As winter approaches and days get shorter, employees can take extra measures to ensure they feel safe when approaching or leaving their work sites after dark. At the Bishop Steiner Building, though the front parking is designated for visitors, employees working after...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Oct 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
Kyle, a member of our Adult Residential Services Program spent all summer growing a garden at his home. He is passionate about gardening and finds joy being out in nature. Kyle planted his flowers and vegetables from seeds and cares for them daily. His favorite plants...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Sep 20, 2024 | Friends & Partners, Our Stories, People We Serve
CCS staff and programs are grateful for the tremendous support and contribution student volunteers make to those we serve. During the 2023-24 school year, a group of 732 individuals including students from Blanchet School & Queen of Peace Elementary School in...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Aug 23, 2024 | Friends & Partners, News & Events, People We Serve
The year 2025 will mark 50 years since Monsignor Taaffe started his vital ministry known as Father Taaffe Homes. Since the opening of the St. Brigid Home in 1975, the beloved Father Taaffe Homes (FTH) program has helped save the lives of more than 300 babies by giving...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Aug 23, 2024 | Friends & Partners, News & Events, Support
Catholic Community Services (CCS) and the Benedictine Sisters of Mount Angel have had a long-standing partnership. With the help of funds from major donors, CCS formally purchased Queen of Angels Monastery in Mount Angel in December of 2023. CCS is in the process of...
by Elizabeth Millenheft | Aug 8, 2024 | Intranet Stories, Our Stories, Staff
Jose Banuelos is a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at the CCS College Street Home in Mount Angel. He has been working for CCS for almost six years. Jose likes working with the residents of the home to complete their goals and feels he makes a difference through his...
