Sunday, Sept. 9

Presentation Parish’s 40th anniversary celebration. Located at 4123 Robertson Ave. in Sacramento. Will include “hosted” barbeque, games, entertainment and “remembering” activities. Anniversary Mass celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Past and present priests, nuns, teachers, parish staff, parishioners, students and neighbors are invited. For information call (916) 206-0948 or visit the Web site at www.presentationparish.org.

Tuesday, Sept. 11

College night with Mass. For young adult college students at 5:30 p.m. at the Newman Center at 346 Cherry St. in Chico. Mass followed by Italian dinner. Theme: “Stressbusters: Laughter and Thanksgiving.” Donation is $1. For information call (530) 342-5180.

Wed., Sept. 12 to Sun., Sept. 16

Mercy General Hospital guild golf classic. Hole in one format at 10 a.m. daily at Cordova Golf Course at 9425 Jackson Rd. in Sacramento. Open to the public. For tickets call (916) 731-7189.

Wednesday, Sept. 12

Pro-life Mass. At 5:05 p.m. at St. Philomene Parish at the corner of El Camino Ave. and Bell St. in Sacramento. Msgr. Patrick Nolan will preside. Rosary will follow Mass. For information call Sally Fisher at (916) 780-5305.

Introductory sign language class. Directed by Jean Nelson, coordinator of deaf ministry for the Diocese of Sacramento, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for 10 Wednesdays at St. Philomene Parish at 2428 Bell Street in Sacramento. Donations accepted. To register call Laurie at the parish office at (916) 481-6757.

Young Adult Catholics of Chico. For those in their 20s and 30s. Meet for monthly meeting at 6 p.m. at the Newman Center at 346 Cherry St. in Chico. Refreshments served during the discussion topic, “Evaluating Our Spiritual Journey.” For information call (530) 342-5180.

Thursday, Sept. 13

“Always Our Children.” A Catholic support group for parents of lesbian, gay or bisexual children of any age. The group, approved by Bishop William K. Weigand, provides a save place to share, an opportunity to receive the support of other parents, a place of compassion and an environment of trust and confidentiality. Meets the second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Interested parents can leave a message at (916) 497-1365.

Friday, Sept. 14

Rigatoni dinner. To benefit sports programs at Our Lady of Grace School in West Sacramento. At 6 p.m. in the parish hall at 911 Park Blvd. Cost is $7.50 for adults and $3.50 for children. For information call the school at (916) 371-9416.

Saturday, Sept. 15

School of the Americas Watch-Sacramento. Presents talk by Charles Liteky, recipient of the Medal of Honor and activist against the School of the Americas. At 3 p.m. at the Newman Center at 5900 Newman Court in Sacramento. For information call (916) 454-4188.

Sat. and Sun., Sept. 15-16

“Late Nite Catechism.” Theater production to benefit St. Francis High School in Sacramento, held at the Crest Theater at 1013 K Street at 8 p.m. on Sept. 15 and 3 p.m. on Sept. 16. Tickets are $30 per person, available at St. Francis High School at 6051 M St. or Café Milazzo at 4818 Folsom Blvd., or by calling (916) 452-3461, ext. 197.

Fall festival and alumni celebration. At All Hallows Parish at 5500 13th Ave. in Sacramento. Italian Catholic Federation alumni dinner on Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m. with Italian dinner and musical entertainment. Cost is $10 per person; for tickets call (916) 456-7206. Fall “splash” from noon to 7 p.m. on Sept. 16 with booths, entertainment, games, food and music. For alumni information, call Tim Johnston at (916) 381-3838.

Sunday, Sept. 16

Healing Mass. At 2 p.m. at St. Philomene Church at the corner of El Camino Ave. and Bell Street in Sacramento. Followed by sacrament of reconciliation and prayers for healing and spiritual guidance. Theme: “God’s Forgiveness and Mercy.” Celebrant is Msgr. Patrick Nolan.

Community garage sale. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Newman Catholic Center at 5900 Newman Court in Sacramento. All proceeds will be donated to Stanford Settlement. Donations can be delivered to the Newman Center. For information call Katy Curran or Megan Moore at (916) 454-4188, ext. 13.

St. Peter Claver Founder’s Day Mass. At noon in St. John Vianney Church at 10497 Coloma Rd. in Rancho Cordova. Deacon Alan Pierre will be presented with an alb and stole from the Knights and Ladies of Peter Claver.

Information session on lay Carmelites. From 2 to 4 p.m. in the religious education building at St. Patrick Parish at 3109 Sacramento St. in Placerville. For information call Gene Rheault at (530) 626-4576.

Cursillo in English. Those who have made a Cursillo are invited to Ultreya at St. John the Evangelist Church at 5751 Locust Ave. in Carmichael at 5 p.m. Held the first and third Sundays of each month. For information call Marty or Mary Due at (916) 691-1149.

Tuesday, Sept. 18

College night with prayer service. For young adult college students at 5:30 p.m. at the Newman Center at 346 Cherry St. in Chico. Followed by Mexican dinner. Theme: “Service is What We Sell,” presented by Dominican Sister Maureen McInerney of the Office of Vocations. Donation is $1. For information call (530) 342-5180.

Wednesday, Sept. 19

Marysville Deanery SDCCW meeting. At St. Thomas More Church at 767 Elliott Rd. in Paradise. Father Roy Doner will celebrate Mass at 11 a.m. with lunch at noon. Meeting will follow lunch. Cost is $4. All Catholic women are invited and encouraged to attend. For information and lunch reservations call Monica Semon at (530) 872-4198.

Thursday, Sept. 20

Catholics for Life—Sacramento Diocese. Will meet at 6 p.m. at the Diocesan Pastoral Center at 21st and Broadway in Sacramento. Catholics from all parishes are welcome and needed to pray the rosary and attend pro-life meeting. For information call Carol Schoner at (916) 791-1819.

Friday, Sept. 21

Solano Deanery SDCCW meeting. At 1 p.m. at St. Mary Church at Stinson and Hemlock Streets in Vacaville. Program presented by Carol Stein titled, “Don’t Keep Your Public Relations Private, with information for organizations on how to increase membership. Open to the general public. For information call Dorothy Locke at (707) 448-7361.

Fri. and Sat., Sept. 21-22

“History of the Church and Celebration of the Christian Mystery.” Seminar for teachers and all persons interested in the Catholic faith, presented as part of the Diocese of Sacramento’s Catholic School Department’s continuing education program. Presented by Msgr. Lorenzo Albacete. On Sept. 21 from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Sept. 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $75, including textbook and meals. For information call (916) 553-4309.

Saturday, Sept. 22

Harvest festival. From 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Parish at 3111 Tierra de Dios Drive in El Dorado Hills. Activities will include arts and crafts booths, food, games for all ages, pony rides, a petting zoo and two bounce houses. “Sweet Deliverance,” an acappella gospel choir, will perform at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the new parish life center. For information call the parish office at (530) 677-3234.

Citizenship workshop. Sponsored by Catholic Social Service of Solano County at the Esparto Library at 17155 Yolo Ave. in Esparto. Learn about the process and your legal rights. For information call (707) 649-1515.

Monday, Sept. 24

Catholic radio golf tournament. Second annual Immaculate Heart Radio golf classic at the Winchester Country Club in Auburn. Will benefit KSMH-AM 1620. Space limited. To register call Greg Margetich at (916) 564-2500 or Patricia Lebreton at (530) 584-5700.

Tuesday, Sept. 25

College night with Mass. For young adult college students at 5:30 p.m. at the Newman Center at 346 Cherry St. in Chico. Mass followed by chicken dinner. Activity is an introduction to the Catholic Catechism in “The Weakest Link” format, with chance to win up to $100 in cash. For information call (530) 342-5180.

Wednesday, Sept. 26

Beginning Experience children’s program: “Who Am I Now?” Ten-week series of coping sessions for children and teens ages 4-14 who are adjusting to changes in family life due to the death of a parent or the divorce/separation of their parents. From 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Episcopal Church at 2140 Mission Ave. in Carmichael. Cost is $2 per child per evening. For information call (916) 535-5057.

Sunday, Sept. 30

Celebration for San Lorenzo Ruiz, first Filipino saint. Rosary beginning at 3 p.m. followed by procession and Mass at All Hallows Church at 5501 14th Ave. in Sacramento. For information call Frank Mamerto at (916) 924-9532.

Friends of the Sisters of Mercy 50th anniversary celebration. Founding celebration during the annual luncheon at the Sisters of Mercy motherhouse at 535 Sacramento Street in Auburn. Members, friends and other interested persons are invited to attend. Liturgy at 11 a.m. followed by luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Donation is $20 per person. For reservations call Rose Brown at (916) 922-1320. Deadline is Sept. 27.

Monday, Oct. 1

Life in the Spirit seminar. On Mondays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 1 through Nov. 12 at Our Lady of the Assumption Church at Cottage Way and Walnut Ave. in Carmichael. A series of seven teachings and small group discussions on the basic Christian message, designed to help people experience the power of the Holy Spirit in their spiritual lives. For information call Marge Derdowski at (916) 489-0261 or Connie West at (916) 485-6612.

Tuesday, Oct. 2

Scripture study program. Sponsored by St. Rose and St. Clare Parishes at 7 p.m. at St. Rose School at 615 Vine St. in Roseville. Classes will run each Tuesday evening through May 2002, with break at Christmas and Easter. Study on the Gospel of John in a lecture and discussion format with instructor Mel Barror. Fee of $20 per person. For information call Mel Barror at (916) 771-8615.

Natural Family Planning introductory session. From 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Mercy Women’s Center at 4747 Engle Rd. in Carmichael. Fee is $15 per woman/couple. For information call (916) 484-2118.

Saturday, Oct. 6

“Festa di Ottobre.” Barbeque steak dinner and dance sponsored by St. Mary’s Parish Social Club at St. Mary’s Hall at 58th and M Streets in Sacramento. No-host cocktails at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Music by Dewey Parker for dancing. Cost is $17 per person. For reservations call (916) 451-4651.

First Saturday Fatima devotion. With pro-life Mass and rosary procession to nearby abortion clinic, followed by benediction. Begins at 7:45 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Church at 12th and S Streets in Sacramento. All are welcome to join in this prayer for life. For information call (916) 791-1819.

Saturday, Oct. 13

Octoberfest. From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Newman Catholic Center at 346 Cherry St. in Chico. Authentic German food with live music by Don Napoli. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for students. No one under 18 can attend. For tickets call (530) 342-5180.

Conference: “Care for God’s Creation.” With religious and environmental leaders, including Father James Conlon and the Rev. Sally Bingham, at UC Davis from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Limited seating. Registration is $25 per person. For information call Bill Sousa at (916) 733-0255 or e-mail to wsousa@diocese-sacramento.org.

Sunday, Oct. 14