Events
Thursday, June 19
Catholics for Life meeting. 6 p.m. at St. Philomene Parish Marian Conference Center, 2428 Bell St. in Sacramento. Pro-life rosary and meeting on current respect life issues. Everyone is welcome. Call Mary Seri at (916) 254-4444.
Adult faith formation series: “Theology of the Body.” An eight-week DVD presentation and discussion that focuses on God’s original plan for marriage and sexuality. 7 to 9 p.m. each Thursday evening at Holy Family Parish, 7817 Old Auburn Rd. in Citrus Heights. Cost: $10 for the entire program, including workbook. Call Tim or Julie Desrochers at (916) 784-7622.
Friday, June 20
Maryknoll Affiliates meeting. 7 p.m. at the Sacramento Newman Center, 5900 Newman Court in Sacramento (off Carlson Drive across from the J Street entrance to California State University, Sacramento). Participants will share about the recent mission of one of our members to Vietnam and discuss the future direction for the group. Everyone is welcome. Contact Patty Symkowick at (916) 730-7967 or e-mail at psymkowick@hotmail.com.
Sunday, June 22
Bus trip to Cal Neva in Reno. Sponsored by the Roseville Knights of Columbus No. 4540. Cost: $28 with approximately $15 returned at the casino. For reservations, call Sue or Dave Mirtoni at (916) 782-3242.
Mon. and Wed., June 23 and 25
Basic Catechist Certification Course No. 2: “Celebration of the Christian Mystery: How and Why?” Presented by Father Oscar Figueroa. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2110 Broadway in Sacramento. Cost: $25 per two-day session. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, call the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123.
Monday, June 23
Interfaith film series: “Mondays with Bill Moyers and Huston Smith: Confucianism.” 7 to 9 p.m. in Brunsman Hall at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1066 26th St. in Sacramento. Second in a four-part film series in which major faith traditions are explored through history, art, culture, customs and the environments in which they thrive. Discussion follows. Cost: Free will offering. Call Mary Myrick at (916) 536-9753.
Mon. and Wed., June 23 and 25
Basic Catechist Certification Course No. 2: “Celebration of the Christian Mystery: How and Why?” Presented by Father Oscar Figueroa. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2110 Broadway in Sacramento. Cost: $25 per two-day session. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, call the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123.
Tuesday, June 24
Peace Mass. 6:30 p.m. rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet followed by Mass at St. Peter Church, 6210 McMahon Dr. in Sacramento. Jesuit Father David Robinson will be the celebrant. Sponsored by Seeds of Medjugorje, a Catholic non-profit organization. Call Anslim Soares at (916) 686-6354 or e-mail to littlechildren@myway.com.
Fri. to Sun., June 27-29
Granny’s Attic community garage sale. At St. Joseph Church social hall, 9961 Elk Grove-Florin Rd. in Elk Grove. Friday: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday: 7 a.m. to noon. Sunday: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Over 3,000 families participate in contributing boutique clothing, furniture, electronics, toys, books, house wares and sporting goods. Proceeds benefit the St. Joseph’s St. Vincent de Paul Society. Call Richard Schloemann at (916) 685-1950.
Saturday, June 28
Ultreya Mass. 5 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1017 11th St. in Sacramento. The Cursillo movements of the Diocese of Sacramento will gather at this Mass to celebrate their common ministry. All Cursillo communities of all languages are invited to attend. All others are welcome also. Call Bob Vlasak at (916) 786-3244 or visit the Web site at www.sacramentocursillo.org.
Sat. and Sun., June 28-29
Parish festival. At St. Elizabeth Church, 1817 12th St. in Sacramento. Entertainment and seafood delicacies featured after 5 p.m. Mass on June 28. June 29 will feature a procession after 10 a.m. Mass and a tri-tip and chicken dinner will be served, followed by an auction and raffle. Sandwiches and filhos will also be sold. For information or to purchase tickets, call Mary Jo Lee at (916) 444-8514.
Sunday, June 29
Chorus performance: “Suare Merdu — Sweet Sounding Voices,” the chorus of the Alice Smith School of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 7 p.m. at All Hallows Church, on the corner of 14th Ave. and 55th St. in Sacramento. Tickets: $10 to $25. Call Kim LaSavio at (916) 600-7716 or visit the Web site at www.ticketweb.com.
Monday, June 30
Interfaith film series: “Mondays with Bill Moyers and Huston Smith: Christianity and Judaism.” 7 to 9 p.m. in Brunsman Hall at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1066 26th St. in Sacramento. Third in a four-part film series in which major faith traditions are explored through history, art, culture, customs and the environments in which they thrive. Discussion follows. Cost: Free will offering. Call Mary Myrick at (916) 536-9753.
Mon. and Wed., June 30 and July 2
Basic Catechist Certification Course No. 3: “Life in Christ: The Moral Life.” Presented by Stephen Matuszak from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2110 Broadway in Sacramento. Cost: $25 per two-day session. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, call the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123.
Sunday, July 6
Event for Catholic singles. Monthly “Meet and Mingle.” at 6 p.m. at Round Table Pizza, 1566 Howe Ave. in Sacramento (Howe Ave. and Arden Way). Sponsored by the Catholic Alumni Club of Sacramento. Call the information line at (916) 962-6107 or e-mail Joyce Geary at bbgeary@surewest.net.
Monday, July 7
Interfaith film series: “Mondays with Bill Moyers and Huston Smith: Islam.” 7 to 9 p.m. in Brunsman Hall at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, 1066 26th St. in Sacramento. Fourth in a four-part film series in which major faith traditions are explored through history, art, culture, customs and the environments in which they thrive. Discussion follows. Cost: Free will offering. Call Mary Myrick at (916) 536-9753.
Novena and benediction. 7 p.m. each evening, from July 7 to 15, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 2700 Dover Ave. in Fairfield. Sponsored by the Lay Carmelite Community. Call Mindy Zindel at (707) 421-0776.
Mon. and Wed., July 7 and 9
Basic Catechist Certification Course No. 4: “Nature of Catechesis and Catechetical Development.” Presented by Carson Weber from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2110 Broadway in Sacramento. Cost: $25 per two-day session. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, call the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123.
Tuesday, July 8
Pro-life rosary and Mass. 5:30 p.m. pro-life rosary followed by 6 p.m. Mass at St. Philomene Church, 2428 Bell St. in Sacramento (corner of Bell St. and El Camino Ave.). Call Sally Fisher at (916) 780-5305.
Tuesdays, July 8 to Aug. 12
Summer Scripture Institute in Sacramento: “Year of St. Paul.” 7 to 9 p.m. each Tuesday evening at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 2110 Broadway in Sacramento. On July 8, 15 and 22, Jesuit Father Art Wehr will present: The life of St. Paul—missionary journeys; Letters to the Thessalonians, Philippians and Galatians. On July 29, Aug. 5 and 12, Stephen Matuszak will present: The Letter to the Romans. Cost: $10 per session or $50 for all six sessions. To register, call the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis at (916) 733-0123.
Wednesdays, July 9-30
Summer Bible class: “The Gospel of John.” Presented by Msgr. Antony Therath, vicar general of the Diocese of Alleppey. 7 to 9 p.m. on four Wednesday evenings July 9, 16, 23 and 30 in the parish social hall at St. Joseph Church, 9961 Elk Grove-Florin Rd. in Elk Grove. Free of charge. To register, call Nancy Kesthely at (916) 685-3681.
Thursday, July 10
Support group: “Encountering Life Alone.” Beginning Experience of Sacramento support group is offering its 10-week program of healing, hope and encouragement for divorced, separated or widowed persons of all faiths. 7 to 9 p.m. each Thursday evening for 10 consecutive weeks at St. Michael Episcopal Church, 2140 Mission Ave. in Carmichael. Cost: One-time registration fee of $10 plus $5 weekly fee, or pay $50 for all ten sessions (including the fee). Call the information line at (916) 835-2282 or visit the Web site at www.sacramentobe.org.
Thursdays, July 10 to Aug. 14
Summer Scripture Institute in Vallejo: “Year of St. Paul.” 7 to 9 p.m. each Thursday evening at St. Basil Church, 1200 Tuolumne St. in Vallejo. On July 10, 17 and 24, Chuck Zanetti will present: The life of St. Paul — missionary journeys; Letters to the Thessalonians, Philippians and Galatians. On July 31, Aug. 7 and 14, Stephen Matuszak will present: The Letter to the Romans. Cost: $10 per session or $50 for all six sessions. To register, call the diocese at (916) 733-0123.
Saturday, July 12
Music ministry workshop. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with Franciscan Brother Rufino Zaragoza, at St. John Vianney Church, 10497 Coloma Rd. in Rancho Cordova. Brother Rufino will present how to build and strengthen a multi-cultural parish music ministry. Donations accepted as registration fee. Call Brenda Major at (916) 363-0884.
