Theology Uncorked - "In Search of a Blow Dryer"
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:15 UTC | Harts Hill Inn, 135 Clinton St, Whitesboro, NY, 13492, United States
Theology Uncorked welcomes Judy Hauck Thursday, November 13, 2025 (second Thursday this month).
Judy’s title for her talk will be “In Search of a Blow Dryer.” She will be speaking of her experiences abroad and how a mundane circumstance taught her a lesson in evangelization.
Judy Hauck is the former CEO/Executive Director of The Good News Foundation and currently holds a position as a board member.
Reservations required by November 4, 2025
Please either register below or call The Good News Center at 315-735-6210.
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Separated & Divorced Support Group
2025-11-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce
You don’t have to go through separation or divorce alone. During this difficult time your friends and family have been very supportive, but they just don’t grasp the level of your pain and frustration. They try to be helpful, but they just don’t get it.
The Separated and Divorced Support group is there for you led by people who have gone through it and know what you are dealing with. This confidential group is FREE and open to anyone trying to rebuild their life after the pain of a broken marriage.
For those who prefer to do so, the program is also offered via Zoom.
Please call to register for both in person or virtual meetings, Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, 315-735-6210.
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The Third Option
2025-11-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-07 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
The Third Option is a confidential, skills-based program designed to help couples strengthen their relationships and grow in connection. Whether your relationship is in need of healing, a tune-up, or you just want to “sharpen the saw,” TTO offers practical tools, real-life insights, and a supportive environment to build a more fulfilling partnership.
Our free program is open to couples at any stage. We also offer a virtual option if you are unable to attend in person.

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PAL - Parents of Addicted Loved Ones
2025-11-17 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-01 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL) is a national organization founded in Arizona by a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor. Each PAL group is facilitated by a trained peer, someone walking the same path.
The primary goal of PAL is to provide HOPE through education for people dealing with the pain of having an addicted loved one. The guiding principles of PAL are confidentiality, respect, acceptance and support. Differences in opinion are embraced without judgment and we provide an atmosphere of understanding and the freedom to talk. Everyone experiences the journey at their own pace and is supported by the group.
Our meetings are FREE and open to the public; participants must be 18 and over.
PAL group educational lessons and discussions will highlight:

Delayed emotional growth
Roles of addict/alcoholic and family
Three promises to a loved one
Understanding re-entry
Helping
Healthy adult relationships
Enabling checklist
Six steps for families
Four stages of growth
Steps of recovery
Family lessons about recovery
Respond rather than react

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Veterans 4 Worship
2025-11-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-17 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Veterans4Worship is a confidential gathering for veterans and active-duty military to connect, reflect and find support.
Rooted in shared experience and mutual respect, this group provides space for spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Whether you’re seeking healing, connection, or simply a place to belong, you are welcome here! Our free program is open to all active-military service men & women, and veterans.
Please Register below or contact The Good News Center at 315-735-6210 Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM to register.

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Grief Support
2025-11-25 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-12-09 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. This group offers a safe, supportive space to share your experience, find comfort, and learn healthy ways to cope and heal.
Our group is open to adults who are grieving the loss of a loved one. We also offer a virtual option if you are unable to attend in person. All are welcome.

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Grief Support Evening Session
2025-11-25 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)

The Nativity of Jesus Through Art
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Do you see what I see?
This Christmas season join The Good News Center for a powerful journey through works of art as we follow the nativity of Jesus from His conception to His birth. We will explore images of art and reflect on what they convey to us. Immerse yourself in the history of Christ’s birth in a whole new way.
Guest commentator will be Frank Cittadino, M.F.A., Adjunct Professor of Fine Arts at Utica University.
Evening includes dinner which begins at 6 pm with the program to follow at 6:30 pm. The cost is $25 per person and reservations are required by November 21st by calling 315-735-6210.

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The Good News Center will be closed for the staff Christmas lunch and retreat. Thank you.
2025-12-18
The Good News center will be closed all day today for the staff Christmas lunch and retreat.
You’re are more than welcome to leave a message and we will return your call on Friday. Thank you!

The Good News Center will be closed Wednesday, December 24th-Friday, January 2nd. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
2025-12-24 - 2026-01-02
The staff and board members of The Good News Foundation wish all of you the Merriest of Christmas and God’s blessings in the New Year!
The Good News Center will be closed Wednesday, December 24th through Friday, January 2nd. We will reopen on Monday, December 5th.
May you have warm hugs to greet you, fun times to meet you, joy in whatever you do, God’s love to guide you, good friends besides you, and happiness all season through.

Grief Support
2026-01-06 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-01-20 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)
If you have experienced the loss of someone beloved, you may find yourself struggling with pain, sadness, and loneliness.
Rather than coping in isolation, it can be helpful to share your sorrow with others who are traveling on a similar journey.
That is the reason for GRIEF SUPPORT, a free and confidential peer support group for those grieving the loss of someone close.
In-person or online meetings via Zoom every other Tuesday (except holidays).

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Grief Support Evening Session
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)

Separated & Divorced Support Group
2026-01-11 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Are you navigating the emotional, relational, and logistical complexities of separation or divorce?
You do not have to go through this difficult time alone. The free and confidential Separated and Divorced support group offers a safe space to share experiences, process your feelings, and rebuild your confidence. Find the support and encouragement you need to move forward with clarity and purpose.
All are welcome, regardless of where you are in your journey.
We offer both in-person or online meetings via Zoom.

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The Third Option
2026-01-11 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Are you surviving or thriving in your relationship?
Learn to heal, grow and live a happier healthier life together.
The Third Option is a free and confidential skills-based program that helps participants build a life based on respect, communication, and mutual support.
The groups focus is on encouraging open dialogue, building trust, listening to
understand and speaking with truth and love.
In-person or online meetings via Zoom. Meets every other Sunday 6:30-8:30 pm (except holidays).

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PAL - Parents of Addicted Loved Ones
2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
A support group for parents and other family members who are trying to support a loved one through an addiction.
Meetings are FREE and open to any sober loved one; attendees must be 18 and over.
PAL is a family recovery organization, educating, equipping, and supporting families of individuals dealing with addiction. The goal is their restored peace, strength, and hope in the midst of turbulent times.
What makes PAL unique is the evidence-based practices and the peer-to-peer support, where participants are encouraged to share their experiences with each other in confidence.
Meets every other Monday (except holidays) from 6-7:30 pm.

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The Chosen Bible Study-Season 1
2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join us this coming January of 2026 as we dig deeper into this popular series that brings the Bible stories to life in a whole new way! Being chosen by Jesus has beautiful and far-reaching implications — we are loved because He is love. We are saved because He is merciful. We belong to the family of God because Jesus invites us, making the Bible and all its promises as true for us today as it was for God’s chosen people.
What does it actually mean to be chosen?
To answer that question, we are going old school — testament that is — which leads us back to the New Testament and directly to Jesus.
Wednesdays January 14 – March 4, 2026
10 am–12 pm
The Good News Foundation
10475 Cosby Manor Road
Utica, NY 13502

The Chosen Bible Study-Season 1
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join us this coming January of 2026 as we dig deeper into this popular series that brings the Bible stories to life in a whole new way! Being chosen by Jesus has beautiful and far-reaching implications — we are loved because He is love. We are saved because He is merciful. We belong to the family of God because Jesus invites us, making the Bible and all its promises as true for us today as it was for God’s chosen people.
What does it actually mean to be chosen?
To answer that question, we are going old school — testament that is — which leads us back to the New Testament and directly to Jesus.
Wednesdays January 14 – March 4, 2026
6 pm–8 pm
The Good News Foundation
10475 Cosby Manor Road
Utica, NY 13502

Theology Uncorked with Father Mark Kaminski
2026-01-15 18:15 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Theology Uncorked welcomes Father Mark Kaminski.
Father Mark’s title for his talk will be “The Fifth Gospel”; a correlation between Theology and Sacred Art. Journey through Christian Iconography.
Father will explore the humble origins of sacred art as well as take us on a spiritual journey of more than 1800 years of its development and flourishing. A particular attention will be placed on the contemporary dimension of sacred symbols and how they can enhance and deepen our 21st century spiritual life.
Fr. Mark P. Kaminski, PhD, DMin is currently the Pastor of Holy Trinity Church and Sacred Heart & St Mary’s Church.
Reservations are required by January 12, 2026.

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