Religion Briefs

Rosary Crusade set for Oct. 14

ONEIDA » Several area organizations will be participating in conjunction with 20,000 groups nationally in an “America Needs Fatima” Rosary Crusade at Veterans Field at noon on Saturday, Oct. 14. Local participants include the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Daughters, the Oneida Senior Group, Holy Cross Academy and local Altar-Rosary groups. The Rosary Crusade will recognize the Centenary of the appearances of Mary at Fatima, Portugal in 1917. The purpose of the crusade is to pray for peace and the end of wars, and to make reparation for public sins.

Booth Brothers will perform Oct. 15

WHITESBORO » The Booth Brothers, recently named Favorite Southern Gospel Trio for the 10th consecutive year by The Singing News, will perform on Sunday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. at Crosspoint Church, 317 Oriskany Boulevard. The trio of Ronnie Booth, Michael Booth and Paul Lancaster is known for its harmony, humor and uplifting performances. They will be joined by Christian musician Sherry Anne. Advance sale tickets at $20 are available at Better Health Chiropractic in Utica, Sacred Melody in Syracuse, and online at sherryanne.com. Tickets at the door are $25.

Guest speaker at Unitarian Church

UTICA » Najib Mangal will speak about Afghanistan on Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7 P.M. at the UnitarianUniversalist Church, 10 Higby Road. Mangal and his family are originally from Kabul, Afghanistan and now reside in Utica. His Afghanistan experience includes employment by OSHA of USA contractors for the Army Corps of Engineers in the fields of health and safety. In addition to managerial experience, Mangal speaks four languages. Refreshments are served, and questions are welcomed in this free, public discussion about prospects for Afghanistan. Visit www.umvuna.org for background information.

Harvest dinner served at Verona UMC

VERONA » Verona United Methodist Church, 5694 Main Street, will hold its annual Harvest Dinner on Oct. 14 from 4-6 p.m. The menu will include turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, Harvard beets, butternut squash, homemade applesauce, cranberry sauce, rolls, beverages and pie. The price is $9 for adults, $5 for children and free for ages 4 and younger. Proceeds go to mission work.

Jacobs Brothers perform Oct. 15

DURHAMVILLE » The Jacobs Brothers Gospel Group will present a free concert at Durhamville Baptist Church on Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. The Jacobs Brothers, of Dillsburg, Pa., are dedicated to the ministry of spreading the Gospel through music. The group has produced more than 50 albums since it was formed in 1962. The church is located at 5294 Church St. For information, call (315) 363-3753.

“Sermon on the Mount” staged at Holy Family Church

VERNON » Church of the Holy Family will host TV star Frank Runyeon in “Sermon on the Mount” on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the church, 4352 Peterboro St. The one-man play is based on New Testament scripture. It will be followed by “Hollywood vs. Faith: The 3 Other Beatitudes,” in which Runyeon shares anecdotes from his years in Hollywood in a humorous look at the way the media portrays the world. A free will offering will be accepted. Runyeon has appeared on a number of television series including “As the World Turns,” “Santa Barbara,” and “General Hospital.” He is also an honors graduate of General Theological Seminary and Princeton University. For more information, call (315) 829-3295.

Roast pork dinner served Oct. 14

CANASTOTA » The United Church of Canastota, 144 Center St., will host its annual harvest dinner on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 4-6:30 p.m. The menu will include roast pork, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, green beans, cabbage salad, homemade applesauce, roll, assorted desserts and beverage. Take outs will be available. Tickets are $11 for adults, $10 for seniors 60 and older, $8 for children 6-12 and free for ages 5 and younger. Ten percent of proceeds will benefit the church’s missions including Fishes and Loaves, Heifer International, UMCOR and the Nicaragua Medical Mission. The church is handicapped accessible.

Series on prophecies continues

ONEIDA » Pastor Doug Batchelor will present “The Most Amazing Prophecies,” a ten-part DVD study, each Saturday through Nov. 11 from 1-2:30 p.m. at Oneida Native American Church, 227 Loucks St. Each session provides a powerful, lifechanging message to bring participants closer to Christ. For more information, call (315) 363-8777.

Fall Rummage Sale at Baptist Church

ONEIDA » Oneida Baptist Church will hold its Fall Rummage Sale on Friday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the church, 242 Main St. On Saturday, Oct. 14 there will be a $1 bag sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will feature housewares, fall and winter clothing, books, toys and a variety of miscellaneous items.

Rummage and bake sale set for Oct. 13-14

SHERRILL » Christ Church United Methodist will hold a rummage and bake sale on Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church, 417 Park St. On Oct. 14 there will be a $1 bag sale from 9 a.m. to noon on rummage sale items.

“Cats in the Attic” luncheon

CANASTOTA » Oneida-Canastota Christian Women’s Club will hold a luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 11:15 a.m. at the Rusty Rail, Route 5. The theme will be “Cats in the Attic” featuring Sandy CravensGriffiths with her homemade cards. Speaker will be Teresa Gardener of Canisteo, with “I can definitely smile now.” Music will be provided by vocalist John Mazzulo. Tickets are $14. For reservations call Jackie Lottermoser at (315) 363-1224.

Roast pork served at Westmoreland UMC

WESTMORELAND » Westmoreland United Methodist Church will hold a roast pork dinner on Thursday, Sept. 21 beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the church, Main Street. The menu will include roast pork with dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, applesauce, vegetables, dessert and beverages served buffet style. Take-outs will be available. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children 5-12 and free for ages 4 and younger.

Spaghetti dinner set for Oct. 19

VERONA » St. Peter’s Lutheran Church will hold a spaghetti dinner on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 4-7 p.m. The menu consists of spaghetti with sauce, homemade meatballs, hot or sweet sausage, salad, Italian bread, beverages and dessert. Take outs will be available. Proceeds will benefit the scholarship fund for St. Peter’s Nursery School and capital projects at St. Peter’s. Prices are $8 for adults, $4 for children 6-10, and free for ages 5 and younger. The church is located at 4897 Old Oneida Road. For information, call (315) 363-5211.

Ham dinner slated for Oct. 21

VERNONCENTER » Vernon Center United Method- ist Church will hold a ham and scalloped potato dinner on Oct. 21 from 4:306:30 p.m. at the church, 5815 Youngs Road. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6.50 for children 5-12. Take outs will be available. The menu includes sliced ham, scalloped potatoes, squash, green beans, applesauce, roll, beverage and dessert. The church is handicapped accessible.

Verona CROPWalk is Oct. 21

VERONA » The Verona CROP Walk will take place Saturday, Oct. 21 with registration at 8:30 a.m. at the Verona Presbyterian Church, corner of Rock Road and East Main Street. Various routes are offered, ranging from one half mile to two miles with rest stops along the way if needed. Participants can preregister online at www.crophungerwalk.org/veronany to form their own teams or join team “Verona Walks for Hunger.” Text or call Paula Bishop at (315) 420-1668 for sponsor sheets and information. Each walker is asked to bring cans or boxes of food to the walk as well as their monetary pledges to CROP. Those who can’t walk are invited to visit the web site and make a donation.

Harvest Dinner served Oct. 29

ONEIDA » St. John’s Episcopal Church will hold its annual Harvest Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 29 from noon to 4 p.m. Turkey, potatoes, stuffing, cranberries, carrots, biscuits, and pie will be served family style along with coffee, orange drink, and milk. Dinners are $11 for adults, $10 for seniors, $4 for children 6-12, and free for ages 5 and younger. St. John’s is located at 341 Main St. Take outs and home delivery are also available. For information, call the church at (315) 363-1940.