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Hearts for Hope – Thank You for Making Mercy Visible
With grateful hearts, we extend our sincere thanks to everyone who supported our Hearts for Hope fundraiser.
Feb 17, 2026
Hearts for Hope Silent Auction is Live!
Bid on items for a good cause! ...
Feb 12, 2026
Purchase tickets now and help CCSEM!
Proceeds from ticket sales will support CCSEM...
Feb 5, 2026
DONATE NOW: Emergency Food Drive
Help Those Impacted by the Government Shutdown...
Oct 30, 2025
Pope Leo XIV and Catholic Charities
Heartfelt message shared at 115th Catholic Charities USA Annual Gathering...
Oct 9, 2025
2025 Annual Celebration Gala
Raises over $300K to support the Center for the Works of Mercy...
Oct 1, 2025
Paul Propson, CEO at CCSEM is one of eight lay faithful honored
Eight members of the lay faithful were bestowed with papal honors in recognition for their dedication to building up the kingdom of God in southeast Michigan. During a solemn vespers service in Sacred Heart Major Seminary’s chapel, Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger and Archbishop-emeritus Allen H. Vigneron bestowed the Order of St. Sylvester and the Order of St. Gregory the Great, pontifical equestrian orders, in recognition of their contributions to the Church.
Sep 17, 2025
ENCORE Adult Day Services - DONATE NOW!
Donate Now to Help Us Save Encore – A Lifeline for Families in Waterford! When the program was at the risk of closure, Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan stepped forward in faith to preserve this essential service. We are committed to ensuring no interruption in care and keeping Encore in its current location, with the same trusted staff and the same hours families depend on.
Jul 10, 2025
Hope in Hard Times: Federal cuts could impact local services
Despite these challenges, CCSEM remains open, active, and ready to serve! “Behind every lost grant is a real human story—a child without family, a refugee starting over, a person in recovery fighting for their life. We cannot—and will not—turn our backs.” Read more...
Apr 17, 2025
CCSEM CEO, Paul Propson, Responds to Detroit News Column: Catholic Church Remains Committed to Serving Detroit
In a recent Detroit News letter to the editor, Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan CEO Paul Propson responds...
Mar 23, 2025
Residences at St. Matthew - Affordable Housing Now Available!
The Residences at St. Matthew, Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan’s first affordable and permanent supportive housing community, is nearing completion in Detroit! With leasing now open, we are excited to welcome residents into a community built on dignity, hope, and opportunity.
Mar 12, 2025
Welcome Archbishop-elect Most Rev. Edward J. Weisenburger!
Archbishop-elect Weisenburger, currently serving as Bishop of the Diocese of Tucson, will bring his deep commitment to the Gospel and unwavering dedication to charitable service as the incoming President of CCSEM’s Board of Trustees. Photo courtesy of the Diocese of Tucson
Feb 11, 2025