The New Testament: Jesus Christ. Presentation in the Diocese of Sacramento’s Institute of Lay Formation. With Deacon Larry Niekamp of Divine Savior Parish in Orangevale. From 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at St. Anthony Parish at 660 Florin Rd. in Sacramento. Cost is $20. Recommended for all Catholics. Bring your own lunch. For information call (916) 733-0150.

Sunday, Dec. 17

Healing Mass. At 2 p.m. at St. Philomene Church, corner of El Camino Ave. and Bell Street in Sacramento. Theme: “Rejoicing.” Celebrant is Msgr. Patrick Nolan. Reconciliation at 1 p.m. For information call (916) 481-6757.

“Jazz Praise” Christmas concert. Performed by the Jim Martinez Quartet at 2 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church at 5751 Locust Ave. in Carmichael. No admission charge. For information call (916) 630-1922.

Monday, Dec. 18

Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Sacramento 172. Mission Circle Christmas luncheon at home of Jeanette Byer. For information call (530) 371-4254.

Thursday, Dec. 28

Rosary procession and Mass. All families invited to join a pro-life candlelight rosary procession, led by diocesan priests. Meet at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament at 11th and K Streets in Sacramento at 5:30 p.m. and walk to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church for Mass at 7 p.m. on the feast of the Holy Innocents. Candles will be provided. Sponsored by Catholics for Life. For information call Carol Schoner at (916) 791-1819.

Saturday, Jan. 6

“Scripture in Depth.” Ongoing series facilitated by Deacon Red Cheever meets monthly at the Mercy Center at 535 Sacramento St. in Auburn. Each session includes presentation, time for prayer and sharing. From 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost is $20; bring your own lunch. For information call (530) 887-2019.

Monday, Jan. 8

Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Sacramento 172. Regular meeting at 7 p.m. at the Young Ladies Institute clubhouse at 27th and N Streets in Sacramento. For information call (916) 428-9010.

Thursday, Jan. 11

Winter rummage sale. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Stanford Settlement at 450 W. El Camino Ave. in Sacramento. Toys, clothing, household items and more for sale; low prices. For information call (916) 927-1303.

Friday, Jan. 12

Concert with Jaime Cortez. At 8 p.m. at St. Rose of Lima Church at 615 Vine Ave. in Roseville. Funds will benefit ministry with youth at Preston Youth Correctional Facility. Books for facility’s library will be collected; please bring books in English or Spanish, as well as religious videos. For information call Jorge Rivera at (916) 774-0699.

Saturday, Jan. 13

AIDS Mass. Monthly Mass sponsored by the AIDS Ministry of the Diocese of Sacramento. At 5 p.m. at the Mercy General Hospital chapel at 40th and H Streets in Sacramento. Dinner at 6 p.m. in cafeteria. For information call Father John Healy at (916) 453-4753.

“Traditions of the Eastern Religions: Hinduism through the Eyes of a Christian.” Course offered on four Tuesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Spiritual Life Institute at Christ the King Retreat Center at 6520 Van Maren Ln. in Citrus Heights. Presented by Deacon Charles Cheever. Suggested offering is $40. For information call (916) 725-4720.

Saturday, Jan. 20

Crab feed. To benefit Holy Spirit School in Sacramento, held in the school auditorium at 3920 W. Lank Park Dr. No-host cocktails at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Dancing will follow dinner. Limited seating; advance reservations needed. Cost is $30 per person. For reservations call Patti Houck at (916) 443-5003.

Monday, Jan. 22