The Good News Center

Separated & Divorced Support Group
2025-09-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-09-21 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-02 17:00 - 19:00, 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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Bible Study: Luke-The Story of Salvation Fulfilled
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00

Good News Luncheon Series with Rev. Rafal Dadello
2025-09-11 11:00 - 13:00
Reservation Type

1992 Society Member $15.00 USD
Guest $18.00 USD

30th Anniversary of Sight & Sound Theatre of Noah
2025-09-29 - 2025-09-30
Please call The Good News Center for pricing information or to make reservations

Good News Luncheon "Made for This Moment"
2025-11-06 11:00 - 13:00
In a world full of uncertainty, there is one truth that remains: you are here for a specific time and purpose. Join us for an action-packed program designed to awaken your hope, ignite your creative energy, and help you see life through a new perspective. It’s not about waiting for a miracle — it’s about realizing you already are part of one. When you believe it, you will see it.
The world is ready. Are you?
Meg Castellini is the Director of the Spiritual Renewal Center in Syracuse and offers ministry in her parish, St. Augustine’s. Meg has been leading retreats throughout the Central New York area for the past 19 years. She feels deeply blessed to be the mother of three adult children and the grandmother of three.
$18 per person, $15 for 1992 Society Members.
300 Club Members FREE.
Reservations are required by October 30th.
Please call The Good News Foundation at 315-735-6210,
Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.

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The Nativity of Jesus Through Art
2025-12-03 18:00 - 20:00
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.

Separated & Divorced Support Group
2026-01-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-15 17:00 - 19:00
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 Chosen Bible Study-Season 1
2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-11 10:00 - 12:00
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, 2026-01-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00
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
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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Women at the Well
2026-01-27 14:00 - 15:30
It wasn’t the water He came for. It was me.
Are you yearning to have a deeper relationship with God?
Do you feel stirrings in your heart and are not sure how to act upon them?
Are you inspired by hearing the faith journeys of others?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may want to join the group Women at the Well. The groups is facilitated by Kathy Meus. Kathy retired after 36 years of serving four parishes in the diocese as a Director of Faith Formation and in pastoral ministry.
These women meet to encourage each other on their journey of faith. It is free and open to women who want a stronger relationship with God.
Meets the last Tuesday of the month. There will be no Women at the Well for the months of July and August.
Last Tuesday of the month, 2-3:30 PM. (Please note new time)

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Paint, Sip and Pray Evening
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00
Joanne Destefano, local artist, writer, and instructor will present The Good News Center’s first , Paint, Sip and Pray Evening.
“Peace Like A River” will be the theme as Joanne demonstrates and instructs her interpretation of “peace.” Be ready to experience this RELAXING adventure as you dare to splash color on a blank canvas and tell your story under Joanne’s directive.
Also a motivational speaker on Anxiety Recovery, Joanne incorporates ‘visuals’ of mixed-media art where she ‘gathers’ and tears up ‘unsuccessful’ paintings and collages them back together in a beautiful design to convey what God does to our lives. He ‘gathers’ ALL our experiences, throws nothing away, and USES our torn pieces to create something beautiful! Join us as you create your own MASTER-PEACE! “We all have stories to tell. Life and art create many messes, but when we focus on the ‘ugly’ stuff, we don’t see the good things happening in the midst of it!”
The evening includes all supplies, instruction, wine and a grazing board. The cost is $35 per person.
This event is sold out! Do to the popularity of the event stay tuned in as we may add an additional date.
