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A look at what St. Thomas Aquinas would say about today’s brain with Justin Gable, 9:30 a.m., Dominican School of Theology and Philosophy,, 2301 Vine St. in Berkeley, information and RSVP dspt.edu/aquinas-brain. .

St. Dominic Parish, 3040s group, announces an evening of brats, spaetzle, pretzels and beer in the outdoor biergarten, 2390 Bush St. at Steiner, San Francisco, 6:30 p.m., adult pre-sale tickets $17, $20 at door includes 20 tokens for use at event for food and beverages, 20 tokens will provide an entrée and beverage, children 12 and under $10, receive 10 tokens enough for a child entrée and drink. Additional tokens are available for purchase during the event; https://stdominics.org/ministries/3040s.

For those touched by suicide and honoring those who have taken their lives, St. Charles Church, chapel in the parish center, 880 Tamarack Ave., San Carlos, 6:30 p.m., free to persons of all ages. Mercy Sister Toni Lynn Gallagher facilitates, a time for prayer, a time for listening and a time for reflection. RSVP is appreciated, Kathy Fagliano (650) 591-7349, ext. 402; Kfagliano@stcharlesparish.org

Picpus Father Michael Barry, a noted speaker and retreat director at the Church of the Nativity, 210 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park, (650) 323-7914; www.nativitymenlo.org. Born and raised in Ireland, Father Barry graduated from The Catholic University of America and was ordained in June 14, 1964, as a member of the congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.

Father Vincent Pizzuto, assistant theology professor, USF, will talk about the implications of the incarnation for the modern world, Gather at Grand, Dominican Sisters Center, 1520 Grand Ave., San Rafael, 7 p.m. RSVP CommunityRelations@sanrafaelop.org; (415) 453 8303; www.sanrafaelop.org. Light refreshments and time for your questions.

Reserve now for the Priests Retirement Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., St. Mary's Cathedral, Patrons Hall, Gough Street at Geary Boulevard, San Francisco. The annual St. John Vianney Luncheon benefits the Priests Retirement Fund, which covers medical expenses, assisted living, and nursing care for retired priests of the archdiocese. Since 2011, more than $1.8 million has been raised, providing invaluable financial assistance to retired priests. The luncheon also provides an opportunity to come together with our priests and show our gratitude to these men for their life's work and their unyielding devotion. www.sfarchdiocese.org/PRFlunch.

The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women honors women from throughout the archdiocese recommended by pastors for their good work in the parish and beyond. The afternoon begins with Mass at 11 a.m., St. Cecilia Church, 17th Avenue and Vicente, San Francisco followed by lunch in St. Cecilia’s lower hall and presentations. Tickets for lunch are $25. Cathy Mibach, (415) 753-0234; dcmibach@aol.com.

Nigerian Cardinal Francis Arinze speaks on his book “The Evangelizing Parish,” 6 p.m. at Star of the Sea Church, Geary Boulevard at 8th Avenue, San Francisco, free admission, free parking. Copies of Cardinal Arinze’s book will be available for purchase and signing after the talk. (415) 751-0450, www.starparish.com.

Marin Catholic Breakfast Club, Mass at 7 a.m. with breakfast following with talk by Father Patrick Summerhays, priest secretary to Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone, “Reasons for Hope: Vocations to the Priesthood.” Father Summerhays alos serves as director of vocations for the archdiocese. Members breakfast $10, non-members $15. St. Sebastian Church, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Bon Air Road, Greenbrae. Reserve at Sugaremy@aol.com.

Holy Cross Cemetery, 1500 Mission Road., Colma, Holy Cross Mausoleum, 11 a.m., San Francisco Auxiliary Bishop Robert Christian, principal celebrant and homilist. Monica Williams, (650) 756-2060; www.holycrosscemeteries.com.

Pax Christi Northern California Annual Assembly with Notre Dame de Namur University present Notre Dame Sister Patricia Chappell, executive director, Pax Christi USA, and other speakers on the challenge of peace and its relationship to immigration, racism, poverty, and other areas. Day begins at 9 a.m. and closes with Mass at 4 p.m., Notre Dame de Namur University, Taube Hall, 1500 Ralston Ave., Belmont, ample parking and handicap accessible. $20 if registered by Oct. 26, $25 if later or at the door. No one turned away for lack of funds. Students free. Dennise Burgess, (510) 303-9767; dcburgess1@juno.com; lunch in university cafeteria $8-$15, or bring your own.

St. Mary Magdalene Church, 16 Horseshoe Hill Road, Bolinas, 9:30 a.m., a silent retreat with Dominican Father Nathan Castle on “How would my life be different if I lived my entire life conscious of the eternal companionship of Christ?” Hosted lunch and weather permitting a walk to the beach. Evening prayer and Mass close the day followed by a social hour will follow. Reserve by Oct. 30. Suggested donation $25. Email stmmbolinas@gmail.com or call Dominican Father Bruno Gibson, (415) 272-1866.

Church of the Epiphany, 827 Vienna St. at Amazon, San Francisco, 9:45 a.m., Father Cameron Faller, principal celebrant and homilist, (650) 580-7123; zoniafasquelle@gmail.com.

Holy Cross Cemetery, 1500 Mission Road., Colma, Holy Cross Mausoleum, 11 a.m., Father Raymund Reyes, vicar for clergy, Archdiocese of San Francisco, principal celebrant and homilist. Monica Williams, (650) 756-2060; www.holycrosscemeteries.com.

Knights of Peter Claver celebrate Black History Month with Mass, music and food, Mission Dolores Basilica, 16th Street at Dolores, San Francisco. Multiple gospel choirs will perform from 12:30 p.m. with Mass at 1 p.m. and “repast immediately following in the parish hall,” organizers said. The Mass will remember deceased members of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary of Northern California. The afternoon is sponsored by the Sacred Heart Gospel Choir of St. Boniface Church, San Francisco.

Mercy High School, San Francisco, Class of 1983, Mission Rock Resort/Fireside Lounge, 817 Terry A Francois Blvd, San Francisco, 6:30-10:30 p.m., Pam Harper Horst, harperpam@comcast.net.

Mass marking school’s 140th anniversary and legacy of Mercy Sisters and Christian Brothers, 2:30 p.m., St. Peter Church, 24th and Florida, San Francisco. Former pastor Father Tom McElligott, principal celebrant and homilist, (415) 647-8662.

Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone will be principal celebrant of a Mass for the homeless faithful departed, Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m., St. Patrick Church, 756 Mission St., San Francisco. All are welcome to attend and to bring the names of any deceased homeless for whom they wish to pray. Affordable parking and the Powell Street BART Station are one block from St. Patrick Church. Contact Martin Ford, social action coordinator, (415) 614-5569; homelessmass@sfarch.org.

St. Anthony-Immaculate Conception School, all Classes, especially SA1955 and ICE 1973, 299 Precita Ave., San Francisco, dinner 6-9 p.m., free parking in school lot off Shotwell Street, reservations $25 to Constance Dalton (415) 642-6130 or cdalton@saicsf.org.

The Archdiocese of San Francisco, in partnership with St. John Paul II Foundation, the University of San Francisco and the Catholic Medical Association, will host a medical ethics conference at St. Mary's Cathedral on "The Heart of End of Life Care: Catholic Social Doctrine." The conference is scheduled for Saturday, November 17, 8:30 am to 7:30 pm. The $79 general admission cost includes breakfast, lunch, and a wine and hors d' oeuvres reception following a 5:30 White Mass at the Cathedral. Continuing education credits for physicians and nurses are offered at an additional cost. Detailed information and registration can be found at convergingroads.com.

The Archdiocese of San Francisco, in partnership with St. John Paul II Foundation, USF and the Catholic Medical Association, presents its annual Respect Life Conference, "Converging Roads--Where Health Care Ethics and Medicine Converge,” 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m., St. Mary's Cathedral, Francis Hall, Gough Street at Geary Boulevard, San Francisco. Tickets include breakfast, lunch, and an after White Mass reception. General admission is $79. Continuing education credits for healthcare professionals will be offered. For information, visit convergingroads.com.

Our Lady of Angels Parish gym, Burlingame, 9 a.m. coffee with games at 10 a.m., $40 for games and lunch, $25 games only, $15 lunch only. Dorene Campanile, (650) 344-7870.

Holy Angels Parish Christmas Boutique, Nov. 24, 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Nov. 25, 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Parish Hall, 107 San Pedro Road, Colma. Free admission. Handmade articles for sale from many vendors. Snacks will be sold as well as pictures with Santa. (650) 755-0478; e-mail croller@pacbell.net.