Karing Kitchen meals

Oneida — The Karing Kitchen at the First United Methodist Church, 116 W. Grove St., Oneida, will offer meals through Saturday, Jan. 26. A breakfast/coffee hour will be at 10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served from11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Sunday, Jan. 20, a brunch will be served immediately following the 9 a.m. service. All are welcome.

Jean Collection

Oneida — The Oneida Area Council of Churches is collecting clean but used jeans throughout the month of January. All donated items will be made into insulation for homes affected by recent flooding, and Habitat for Humanity rebuilds. Drop-off locations include the Tri-Valley YMCA, 31 Express, Medicine Shoppe, local churches, Karing Kitchen, the Oneida Recreation Department, and Oneida Office Supply. For pick-up, call 315-2800869.

Shall We Dance?

Utica — The Good News Center is hosting a new dance competition called “Shall We Dance?” as a replacement for Dance the Night Away. There is a $250 grand prize for each of the two age categories, 16-19 years old and 20 and up. Duets only are able to register. Competitors are asked to submit a video of one minute in length by Feb. 14. Dance instructors will select the best in the two age categories and those will compete on stage at the new Msgr. Willenburg Center at Notre Dame Jr.-Sr. High School on March 30. To enter, submit the video on a flash drive along with a nonrefundable $25 entry fee. Competitors will be announced on March 1. For more information, visit www.thegoodnewscenter. org or call 315-735-6210.

Kingdom of Happiness Bible study

Utica — Living the Beatitudes in Everyday Life, by Father Jeffrey Kirby, will be held on Wednesdays through Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to noon or 6-8 p.m. at The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica.

Kingdom of Happiness unveils Jesus’ plan for happiness in the Beatitudes. In a world that offers fleeting pleasures in place of true happiness and false promises that actually lead us away from happiness, it’s time more than ever to turn to the Beatitudes and enter into the Kingdom of Happiness. Kingdom of Happiness will show how the Beatitudes are much more than nice sayings. They are the path to happiness charted by Christ himself.

To register, call 315-7356210 or email Michele at mjones@thegoodnewscenter.org. Cost is $25 per person.

Practice Lent

Utica — The Good News Center welcomes back Dave Barosci with his talk “Don’t Just ‘Do” Lent, Practice Lent” on Thursday, March 7, at 11 a.m. A national speaker for more than 15 years, Barosci gives a unique perspective on Lent. His approach to Lent is to look at several different ways to “practice” virtues. He challenges worshipers to think outside the box in practicing virtue. Imagine practicing confrontation. While that may sound like something to avoid, it may be needed at the appropriate times. Those interested should contact Michele at 315-735- 6210. The cost is $12 or $10 for 1992 Society member. Register by Feb. 28. For more information, visit www.thegoodnewscenter.org.

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.

Mass times changed

Chittenango — Recently, Mass times at St. Patrick’s Church, Chittenango, have changed. Saturday vigil is at 4 p.m. Sunday service is at 10:30 a.m., and there is no longer an 8 a.m. Mass.

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 GoodNews Center at 315-735-6210, info@thegoodnewscenter.org, or online at 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.

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.

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.