Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community

Banning - Beaumont - St. Mary's Mission 

Ministry of Formation

Education and catechesis of children, youth, and adults including sacramental preparation.  Includes continuing education as well as on and off site training and spiritual development of catechists and volunteers.

                         

Youth Ministry

Fr. Deebar Yonas

Jr. High & High School 

(951)849-2434

            

Quinceañera

This is a celebration in the Hispanic community for those young ladies in our religious education program.  Girls should be active in the parish Youth Group or Confirmation Program.  It is a Diocesan requirement that each parish provide ten hours of formation.  The parish provides two annual retreats for Quinceañera formation.

For more information and to register: 

Contact Kathy Sanchez at the Beaumont Office (951)845-2849.

 

RCIA

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a process for those interested in knowing more about the Catholic faith or to prepare for full initiation into the church.   Sessions are held weekly and provide the basics of our faith.  Time is available for questions and discussion.

Contact Deacon Mark Hodnick  (951)845-8342.  

Para español llame a Nancy Weiss (951)849-2434.

 

RCIA for Children

Christian Initiation of Children prepares children over the age of seven who have not been baptized to receive the sacraments.

Contact School of Religion   (951)849-1897.  Se habla español.

 

 

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION 

 

Baptism

Teams assist families in preparing for the baptism of their children through a deepening understanding of Christian parenting.  Through prayer and sharing, parents learn what baptism means to their family and how to raise their children in the faith.  (If your child is over the age of 7 or if you are an adult needing baptism, please see the information about RCIA).

Contact Baptismal Coordinator  (951)849-1464 or Parish office.

 

Religious Education 

One of the most noble ministries in the church is that of sharing faith with children and adults, of helping them to develop a relationship with the living Lord. 

Grades 1 -9 Contact   Irene Rodriguez (951)849-1897

  

Confirmation

Teens:  This is a 2 year process.  Registration begins in July and classes follow in September.  First year students must be 15 by April 1 of the following year.  Second year students must be 16 by April 1 of the following year.

Contact Confirmation Coordinator Esmeralda Esquivel (951)849-2512.    

Adults:  Anyone 18 years and older who has been baptized but has not received the sacrament of First Holy Communion or the sacrament of Confirmation and is interested in the classes to receive the sacrament.

Contact Deacon Mark Hodnick (951)845-8342

 

Marriage

Mentoring couples work with those preparing for the sacrament of matrimony.  Through faith sharing and important practical information, couples are helped to be ready for this wonderful step in their lives.

Contact the parish office.

 

ADULT EDUCATION

 

Small Faith Communities

Faith sharing is a big part of the ministry of Small Faith Communities.  They gather on a regular basis to share scripture, prayer, and life experiences.

Contact Parish Office

 

Bible Study 

Daytime and evening classes given by Father Joseph.

Tuesdays 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Thursdays 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Contact Parish Office

 

Centering Prayer

Come together to deepen our relationship with God and creation.  Includes contemplative prayer or a silent meditative practice.  We meet in the Trinity room Monday evening and Wednesday afternoon.

Contact Parish Office.