Religion Briefs

Bible study series begins Sunday

ONEIDA CASTLE >> The Three Voices Presbyterian congregations will start a new Bible study series beginning Sunday, Jan. 8 at 8:45 a.m. at Cochran Memorial Presbyterian Church.

The series, entitled “A Different Kind of Christmas,” is a practical and inspirational study that the church will undertake post-Christmas this year. Based on Mike Slaughter’s popular book, “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday,” this comprehensive study will empower participants to reclaim the broader meaning of Jesus’ birth and experience more peace and joy into the New Year.

Sessions include: Expect a Miracle, Giving Up on Perfect, Scandalous Love, Jesus’ Wish List, and By a Different Road.

This six-week study aims to help participants see the call of God to live generously to fulfill God’s mission in the world.

Through interaction with God’s word and one another, The Three Voices offers a relaxing place to connect with other believers in fellowship and to grow in understanding of the Bible.

Sessions are held before worship services.

The public is invited into any of these discussions.

Catholic Daughterswill meet Jan. 8

ONEIDA>> Catholic Daughters Court Our Lady 1250 will meet this Sunday, Jan. 8 at 2 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Parish Center.

A short business meeting will begin the afternoon’s program, followed by a Baby Shower for Care Net to support its good works in Oneida. Those attending are asked to bring a baby gift or a monetary donation for the shower. Also members will be making Valentine cards to send to priests and home bound members.

All women from the local parishes are welcome to attend and participate in the activities, fellowship and refreshments.

Chris Domes and Stephanie Rydelek are in charge of arrangements. They will be assisted by Sandy Finley, Dorothy Dibble, Jean Grossman, Barbara McDermott and Norene Morris.

Spaghetti dinnerwill benefitmedical mission

ONEIDA>> The annual Nicaragua medical mission spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be hosted at the Oneida First Presbyterian Church, 304 Broad St. on Saturday, Jan. 7 from 4-7 p.m. The meal includes spaghetti, meatballs/sausage, bread/ butter, salad, beverage and dessert. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and younger. All proceeds will be used to help purchase the medicines vital for the mission. Take outs will be available. Organizers will also collect returnable cans and bottles and loose change for the mission.

Senior ministry offered Wednesdays

VERONA>> St. Peter’s Lutheran Church will hold a Christian Ministry for Seniors each Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, 4897 Old Oneida Road. There will be coffee and conversation, Bible study, and at 10:30 a.m. a special program will be held.

There will also be exercise and lunch at noon.

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 from 5-6:30 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