RELIGIONBRIEFS

Coffee House in Augusta

Oriskany Falls — Augusta Presbyterian Church 2345 Route 26, Oriskany Falls, NY welcomes Cincinnati Creek to its November Coffee House on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The event is free and open top the public. Refreshments will be served.

Monthly meeting

Oneida — St. Paul’s United Methodist Men will hold their monthlymeeting on Monday, Nov. 18. A covered dish dinner will begin at 6 p.m., followed by the program “A trip to Ireland” by Frank Loan at 551 Sayles Street, Oneida. High school ages and up are invited as well as spouses and significant others.

Church Bazaar

Verona — The Holiday Bazaar kicks off Saturday, Dec. 7 and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Verona Presbyterian Church, corner of Main St. and Rock Rd. featuring a variety of local crafters. There will be new and gently used holiday decorations and gifts. Once again, the church will be having their annual Cookie Walk. Lunch will be available offering homemade soups and chili. Free admission.

Christmas at the Corner

Clinton —Christmas at the Corner will be held on Friday, Nov. 29 at Stone Presbyterian Church, 8 South Park Row, Clinton from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Seven C’s Café, the Fair Trade Shop and the Bake Shop will be open all day. The following is the schedule for events; 3 p.m. Carol-sing-along with Rob Kolb 4:30 p.m.; St. Mary’s Church Choir Concert For more information, call 315853-2933.

Harvest Dinner

Oneida — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on Middle Road in Oneida will be hosting a Harvest Dinner on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.

Fall Bazaar

Chittenango — St. Patrick’s Church (Chittenango) will host its Fall Bazaar Saturday, Nov. 23 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1341 Murray Dr., Chittenango.The Bazaar will include: basket raffles, craft sales, live music, bake sale, Chance Wheel (for turkies), and a grand raffle with prizes of $1000, $250 and $100. Food will be available for purchase. There is no entrance fee, but you’re encouraged to bring a canned good, which will give you a chance for a door prize.

BeadsforLife

Clinton — BeadforLife employs women artisans across Uganda, who find joy in creating beautiful things with their own hands, and the sale of their products supports B4L’s entrepreneurial training programs, giving women the knowledge and confidence they need to become business owners in their own right. We have a large selection of BeadforLife jewelry (made from recycled paper), plus baskets, collectibles, wood items, food items, clothing and toys from 38 different countries in our Fair Trade Shop, Stone Presbyterian Church, 8 South Park Row, Clinton. Hours are 10 a.m .to 6:30 p.m. every Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. second Saturdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 3rd at the Farmer’s Market on the Village Green in Clinton. For more information, contact Lauralyn Kolb, lkolb@ hamilton.edu, 315-725-1326, visit the website at www. stonepres.org or like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/stonepres.

Consignment Shop accepting items

Oneida — The Second Hand Rose Consignment Shop of Oneida First Presbyterian Church will be accepting new and nearly new Fall and Winter women’s and children’s items along with small household items. The shop is located on Broad and Stone Streets with parking in the rear. Shop hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., taking consignments each day from11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Holy Land trip

Utica — The Good News Center will host a pilgrimage to the Holy Land Nov. 30 through Dec. 10, led by Mark Kaminski, as well as a local guidewho lives in Israel. The trip will visit the sites of Bethlehem, Nazareth, Cana, the Sea of Galilee, and more. Prices include first-class accommodations, airfare, ground transportation and some meals. For more information, call 315-735- 6210 or visit www.thegoodnewscenter.org or selectinternationaltours.com.

Lakeside Farmers Market

Bridgeport — The Lakeside Farmers Market, a collaboration of Bridgeport United Methodist Church and the community, is every Thursday from3-7 p.m., rain or shine. Fresh produce, honey, eggs, and more is available, as well as baked goods or a cooked chicken for supper. The market is located at 377 Route 31 in Bridgeport.

Church pantry moved

Morrisville — The Morrisville Community Church Food Pantry has moved from the Cornell Cooperative Building, 100 Eaton St., Morrisville, to the lower level of theMorrisville Community Church, located at 3824 Swamp Road, Morrisville. New hours of operation are Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to noon, and the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Food is available outside of normal hours during emergencies. For more information, contact the church at 315-6843314.

Friendship Inn open each Thursday

MORRISVILLE — Friendship Inn at St. Joan of Arc Church offers a free weekly meal to the Morrisville community every Thursday beginning at 5 p.m. Non-denominational and open to all, regardless of financial need, Friendship Inn draws on a small army of volunteers who fulfill numerous tasks, from set-up, cooking, serving, to clean-up. Volunteers are always needed. Donations are welcome as well to supplement food offerings and to purchase equipment and supplies. Checks may be made out to Friendship Inn, c/o St. Joan of Arc Church, 6 Brookside Dr. P.O. Box 1087, Morrisville, N.Y. 13408. For more information contact Patty Higgins at (315) 6843070.

Clothing donations accepted

ONEIDA — St. John’s Episcopal Church, 341 Main St., has been chosen by St. Pauly Textile, Inc. as a repository for used clothing. St. Pauly’s mission is

to provide wearable clothing to people who need it, both in the United States and Third World countries. Items that can be collected include clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, purses, linens, blankets, curtains and stuffed toys. No rags or fabric scraps, pillows, toys or household goods are accepted. Donations are not cut up or shredded. Items should be placed in plastic bags (no larger than 13 gal. size) and placed in the chute of the shed located on St. John’s driveway. Donations are acceptable any time of the day or night. This mission has provided more than 30 million garments to people all over the world who are in need.

Support for parents

Utica — Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) is a national organization founded in Arizona. The group will be led by Michelle Holliday, who has been trained by PAL. Some of the topics covered are: addiction cycle, traits and behaviors, delayed emotional growth, role of family and enabling behaviors. Meetings are 6:30-8 p.m. every other Monday at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. For more information contact The Good News Center at 315-735-6210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org, or online at www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

Women at the Well

Utica — Women at the Well Women at the Well meets from 6:30–8 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. All Christian women of any age are invited to come to Women at the Well to enrich their awareness of God in their life and becomemore attentive to the ways He nourishes them each day. Facilitated by Sister Mary Ellen Schopfer, CSJ, spiritual director, this evening becomes a time for receiving insights, as well as gaining support. For details, call The Good News Center at 315-735-6210 or visit www. thegoodnewscenter.org.

Grief survivors

Utica — The Grief Survivors group meets every other Tuesday from 5:307:30 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. Drop-ins welcome. This is a non-denominational support group for those suffering the loss of a loved one. For more information contact The Good News Center at 315-7356210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org, or visit www. thegoodnewscenter.org.

Separated and divorced support group

Utica — The Separated and Divorced Support Group meets every other Sunday, 5-6:30 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. The groupmeets in awarm, caring, confidential environment designed to help teach skills and practical information that will guide participants in rebuilding their lives after separation or divorce. Free and open to all. For more information contact Judy at 315735- 6210, judy@thegoodnewscenter.org, or visit us at www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

The Third Option

Utica — The Third Option meets every other Sunday from 6:30-8:30 p,m, at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica. Learn communication skills such as how to handle anger more constructively, resolve conflicts, and communicate better. Hear couples share how they overcame problems in their marriages. The Third Option support group is for married couples. For more information and to register call 315-735-6210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org or visit us online www.thegoodnewscenter.org.