Grief Support Evening Session
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-07-21 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-18 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-09-01 18:00 - 19:30 (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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Separated & Divorced Support Group
2026-07-12 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-26 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-23 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
2026-07-12 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-23 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
2026-07-13 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-07-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-10 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-24 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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Veterans 4 Worship
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Whether you are a career serviceman or woman, or serving for a term, you and your family face many hardships that meet you head-on.
Your mental, spiritual, and physical state will be challenged, and you will incur many difficulties that you must overcome.
The free and confidential Veterans 4 Worship group focuses on shared faith, community and healing, emphasizing practical and compassionate care and support.
The group is facilitated by author of “Camouflage Christian” Richard Smith, Army Chief Warrant Officer 4, retired.
Our free program is open to all active-military service men & women, and veterans.
We meet the third Wednesday of the month (except holidays) from 6-7:30 pm.
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Theology Uncorked
2026-07-16 18:15 - 20:00, 2026-08-20 18:15 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Theology Uncorked
Theology Uncorked is an open, inviting gathering for the believers, curious and skeptics alike. Each month features a faith-based talk—often led by clergy-paired with fellowship, conversation, light fare, and a complimentary glass of wine. No question is off-limits, and everyone is welcome. It is a relaxed, meaningful way to explore life’s big questions and connect or reconnect with your faith.
It is held on the Third Thursday of the month at a local venue.

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Caregiver Support Group
2026-07-20 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-17 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | The Good News Center, 10475 Cosby Manor Road, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Caring… it’s not the hard part of caregiving.
Caregivers primary challenges lie in the logistical, emotional, physical and financial demands, not the love or compassion for their loved one.
The Caregiver Support Group’s focus is providing tangible resources, coping mechanisms, problem solving skills and educational tools to help caregivers feel more confident and less stressed in their roles.
The Caregiver Support Group meets monthly from 6-7:30 PM, facilitated by Mary Bogdan, MHA, BSN, CHPN, CHPCA.
Our group is FREE and open to anyone in a care giving role.

More than 59 million Americans provide care for an adult with a complex medical condition or disability, with another 4 millions caring for a child.

The National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP have released Caregiving in the U.S. 2025, a research report released every five years. Compared to past reports, the proportion of Americans who are caregivers has climbed, now standing at 24% of the U.S. adult population.
Caregiving has also become more intense over time, with 55% of caregivers handling medical or nursing tasks, as well as activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing and toileting. Seventy percent of adult caregivers under age 65 are working, and half cite impacts on their work obligations.

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Grief Support
2026-07-21 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-04 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-18 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-09-01 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York)

21st annual Rosary Walk
2026-08-05 17:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Saying the rosary while walking combines physical exercise with spiritual meditation, offering benefits like reduced stress, improved mental clarity, and deeper prayer focus. This practice turns ordinary, active time into a “rosary walk,” allowing for meditation on the life of Christ while surrounded by nature.
Join us for our 21st annual Rosary Walk on Wednesday, August 5th at 6pm here at The Good News Center’s Trail of Peace.
We will also pray the Rosary in our Meditation Garden for those unable to walk the trail. Seating will be provided.
In case of inclement weather we will pray the Rosary in our beautiful chapel.
We will be offering a Greek dinner from 5-5:45 pm consisting of chicken skewers with roasted red peppers and onions, rice, Greek salad, pita bread and assorted beverages. Baklava and vanilla ice cream will be offered after the Rosary.
The cost is $25 per person for dinner only. Reservations for dinner are accepted starting June 1st and must be paid in advance by July 29th. Register below or make reservations by calling us at 315-735-6210 Monday-Friday.

Good News Luncheon; "A Catholic's Journey with the Holocaust"
2026-09-09 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join The Good News Center as we welcome Linna Schindler McDonald for our luncheon on Wednesday, September 9th, from 11 AM-1 PM.
Linna will speak about A Catholic’s Journey with the Holocaust. Antisemitism is darkness. By discussing its origins and its application by the Nazi’s through the Holocaust, we begin to recognize its relevance even today. Let us stand with Helen Sperling, a local Jewish survivor whom we lost a few years ago. She said, “Thou shalt not be a bystander.”
Linna is a retired Catholic school teacher. She became aware of the Holocaust at an early age, and has studied and taught about this very important topic for over 20 years. She has spoken to young people as well as adult Jews and Christians.
The cost is $20 per person or $18 for 1992 Society Members. 300 Club Members are free. Reservations open June 1, 2026. To register call The Good News Center 315-735-6210 or register below.
Please register before September 2, 2026.

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Bible Study; Life Everlasting
2026-09-09 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Heaven, hell, death and judgement are not the end; they are the beginning. Life Everlasting will help participants see how God’s plan for our eternal destiny gives purpose to our struggles, clarity to our decisions, and hope for the future. By the end of this bible study, you will walk away with a renewed vision of your daily life, strengthened by the promise of eternal life with God.
Join us for Life Everlasting at The Good News Center beginning Wednesdays, September 16th-October 14th, 10 am-12 pm or 6 pm–8 pm. The cost is $30 per person. Registration opens June 1st. Please register online at goodnewsfoundation.org under the event calendar or call us at 315-735-6210 Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm.
