Catholic Social Services of the Upper Peninsula

Catholic Social Services of the Upper Peninsula Our mission is to nurture, stabilize, strengthen, and advocate for the diverse families of the Upper Peninsula Community.

Serving Marquette, Delta, Dickinson, and Menominee Counties. Behavioral Health, Child Welfare, and Recovery Housing Services This page is designed to connect to our audience: YOU! We encourage all members of the community to connect with us. You can also visit our website at www.cssup.org!

06/21/2026

Answer fear with faith.
Hi friends,

Crossing the comfort gap requires a person to have the courage to face their fears, move well beyond their doubts, and trust that they are indeed capable of more than they realize. Too often, we allow self-doubt to convince us that growth, or greatness is meant for somebody else.

When those thoughts arise, ask yourself a simple question: “Why not me?”

Ponder these questions in your moments of doubt: “Why shouldn’t I be the one to overcome this challenge?” “Why can’t I be the one to grow, succeed, and accomplish what God has placed on my heart?”

Scripture reminds us: “Be strong and brave, do not be afraid nor dismayed. I, the Lord, your God, will be with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).

Fear and doubt may be present while crossing the comfort gap, but they don’t have to be the things that keep you from moving forward. When we trust in God’s grace, we get to discover something awesome - that we are capable of far more than we imagined.

The next time fear and doubt creep in and convince you to stay comfortable, answer it with faith and continue to move forward.

-TB

06/14/2026

“The Heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hand” - Psalm 19:1

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Hi friends, Terry Bailey here: This week as we “cross the comfort gap” together - I was reminded of, in the purest form,...
06/12/2026

Hi friends,

Terry Bailey here: This week as we “cross the comfort gap” together - I was reminded of, in the purest form, an age old saying - “don’t give up”…. Spoiler: it’s the secret of crossing the gap.

With work, school, preparing for baby #5 in a few weeks and balancing life… training has been hard and I’ve had those “should I give up” thoughts creep in.

Watching my son finally catch “Chili” (one of our chickens) after many, many attempts… those negative thoughts left! He was so proud and so was I!

Good job kiddo - you achieved your goal, and reminded your dad in the process that not giving up matters.

Sometimes inspiration and motivation comes from the simple things in life. This week friends, let the chronicles of Max and Chili be your reminder that giving up on your goals will not allow you to cross the comfort gap.

Stay tuned for a weekend post - I will be taking you on a POV journey through the trails of MQT!

Please pray for me - know of my prayers for you!

God bless and be well!

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Celebrating our June Work Anniversaries🎉This month, we're proud to recognize and celebrate the dedicated team members wh...
06/10/2026

Celebrating our June Work Anniversaries🎉

This month, we're proud to recognize and celebrate the dedicated team members who are marking another year of service with CSSUP! Thank you for your commitment, compassion, and the positive impact you make in the lives of those we serve every day 💙

Please join us in congratulating our June employees 👏👏

06/06/2026

Hi there,

Like I mentioned in the video where I opened up about some personal low points - it’s good to be reminded that life naturally comes with ups and downs.

Life comes at each of us in waves — there are simple days and there are hard days. We have seasons of clarity, and we also have seasons of confusion. That’s part of being human, and you know what….? Being human is awesome.

During my time with the Coast Guard here in Marquette, I logged over 700 hours on the lake driving the stations response boats around. I can confirm that the November waves not only look different, but feel different than the waves of a breezy August day.

Reflecting on that, Lake Superior reminds us that seasons always come and go with time, and the waves that accompany the season drastically differ too — we can apply this same lesson to life.

This week, friends, be merciful with yourself, and accept the graces needed to surf the wave you’re on.

Please pray for me - know of my prayers for you!

God bless and be well!

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06/03/2026

Recovery is not a journey that has to be walked alone💙

Recently the women from our Hosanna House & Elizabeth’s House spent the day exploring some of the UP’s most beautiful destinations - Sugarloaf Mountain, Presque Isle, Blackrocks, & Miners Castle

If you or someone you know is ready to begin the path to recovery, contact us!
Women’s Recovery - (906) 290-1490
Men’s Recovery - (906) 458-6991

We're Hiring: House Manager – Women's Recovery HomeCatholic Social Services of the Upper Peninsula is seeking a compassi...
06/02/2026

We're Hiring: House Manager – Women's Recovery Home

Catholic Social Services of the Upper Peninsula is seeking a compassionate and motivated Recovery House Manager to support women in recovery at our Menominee & Escanaba Houses.

This role provides support to individuals experiencing substance use, mental health challenges, co-occurring disorders, and trauma. The House Manager also serves as a peer recovery coach, helping clients navigate health and social service systems and connect with essential resources.

In addition, this position oversees daily house operations, coordinates with community partners and behavioral health professionals, and provides guidance to residents and house leaders to support a structured, recovery-focused environment.

If you're passionate about helping others build stability and hope in recovery, we encourage you to apply.

🔗https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Catholic+Social+Services&l=Menominee%2C+MI&from=searchOnHP&vjk=9fb54612d60c48ea

05/30/2026

Hi friends,

We still have much more to talk about over the next couple of months regarding crossing the comfort gap, but this weeks reminder is simple: take a break, enjoy the process and recognize the beauty of your journey thus far.

“This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” — Psalm 118:24

Today I had to remind myself that not every run needs to be done with the pressure of measuring progress.

Sometimes the lesson just happens from being in the moment — today, for me, it was enjoying the movement, appreciating the quiet, and respecting the process itself.

Please don’t forget that crossing the comfort gap also means learning to appreciate the journey while you’re on it.

Please pray for me - know of my prayers for you!

God bless and be well!

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This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, and we hold their fa...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, and we hold their families and loved ones close in our hearts. ❤️🤍💙

Please note that all CSSUP offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours the following business day.

05/22/2026

Hi friends,

Fear will always try to keep you comfortable, quiet, safe, and stuck where nothing changes. It can feel overwhelming. It can distort reality. It can convince you of things that aren’t true - but know that fear is not strange, rare or even permanent - It’s just simply human. The Bible repeats the phrase “Do not be afraid” in many forms over a hundred times — not because fear is overly important, but because it’s a part of the journey that we all call “life”.

To overcome fear, one of the skills you will have to develop is ‘confidence’. However, confidence itself isn’t built by avoiding fear - It’s built on three pillars developed while navigating through it:

• Composure — staying grounded when life feels uncertain
• Courage — moving forward even while fear is present
• Curiosity — asking, “what could my life become if I step beyond this fear?”

Even Peter — the man Jesus looked at and said, “You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church”, was not without fear - he himself had to grow through it - think about the story of Peter stepping off of the boat during the storm (Matthew 14: 22-33).

Friends - don’t let fear define your limits - It’s part of the adventure that comes with being a human.

Please pray for me - know of my prayers for you!

God bless and be well!

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