May 2026

CONCEPCION & ERNESTO (SON) GUTIERREZ FAMILY

Family of the Month — MAY 2026
Concepcion (Conchita) Gutierrez and her son, Ernesto Gutierrez
In grateful recognition of your outstanding and devoted service to the Ministry of Catholic Faith Formation, we honor the many ways your dedication has supported this mission.
Through countless hours of office management, meticulous clerical work, and faithful attention to facility security, you have helped sustain many classes and bless hundreds of students over the years.
Your example as a Catholic family working hand in hand to build up the Body of Christ reflects the true spirit of stewardship and evangelization.

April 2026

JOHNSON & NORA CERALDE FAMILY

The Knights of Columbus Council 5392 is proud to recognize the Ceralde family as our Family of the Month for April 2026. This distinction is given in appreciation of their unwavering commitment and dedicated service to our parish community. Bro. Johnson and Nora Ceralde have three children: Calvin, Brant Jake, and Gabriel. Calvin and Brant Jake have completed their college education and are now working, while Gabriel is currently in his third year of college. Johnson’s mother, Aurora Ceralde, lives with them and consistently joins the family in their church services.
Bro. Johnson and Nora Ceralde have faithfully served as members of the Eucharistic Ministry since 2010. Their devotion and reliability have been a constant source of support and inspiration to fellow parishioners.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bro. Johnson and Nora Ceralde for their many years of selfless service. Their dedication serves as an inspiring example of faith and commitment for all members of our parish family.

March 2026

ELOISA REANTASO FAMILY

The Family of the Month for March 2026 is awarded to Eloisa Reantaso Family in recognition of their outstanding dedication and service to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish. Eloisa Reantaso serves as a Eucharistic Minister of St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, where she fulfills the role of Ministry Coordinator. Her husband Sonny is with our Lord years ago. He used to serve as Mass Coordinator with Rick Diaz in Banning Parish Church. Eloisa has to children, Sam and Christiana. Sam coordinates and controls the TV screens in church at 10:30am mass in Banning and was doing it when the church was installed. Sam is in his last year attending UCLA. He is working as ER nurse at Redlands Community Hospital. Christiana also is attending UCLA and majoring in Psychology. Christiana was an Alter Server during middle school and high school. The family has been serving at the Banning Parish for more than seven years.
Family Contributions
Her children, Sam, manages and supervises the TV screens during the 10:30 AM Mass at Banning Parish Church, a role he has held since the installation of technology. He is in his final year at UCLA and works as an ER nurse at Redlands Community Hospital.
Christiana is pursuing a degree in Psychology at UCLA. During her middle school and high school years, she served as an altar server at the parish, demonstrating her commitment to community and faith.
Years of Service
The Reantaso family faithfully served the Banning Parish for over seven years, making a lasting impact through their dedication and involvement.

February 2026

KENNETH, ARSANTI AND TAKUMI KISA

The Knights of Columbus Council 5392 is proud to recognize the Kisa family as our Family of the Month for February 2026. This honor is bestowed upon Kenneth, Arsanti, and Takumi Kisa in acknowledgment of their remarkable service and unwavering dedication to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish. Since joining our parish community in 2013, the Kisa family has made significant contributions through their active involvement and commitment.

Kenneth has faithfully served as an usher, primarily at the Sunday 4:30 PM Mass, a role he has embraced since approximately 2019. His consistent presence and welcoming demeanor have greatly enhanced the worship experience for parishioners and guests alike.

Arsanti is a dedicated member of the Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Ministry. Additionally, she has served as an altar server, typically assisting at the Sunday 4:30 PM Mass. Arsanti’s commitment to these roles has spanned the past nine years, reflecting her deep devotion to the parish community.
Takumi, a senior in high school, is preparing to embark on the next chapter of his academic journey. He plans to attend college in the fall, where he intends to pursue a degree in Aerospace Engineering. Takumi’s aspirations and achievements are a source of pride for both his family and the parish.

Please join us in congratulating Kenneth, Arsanti, and Takumi Kisa as our February Family of the Month, and in celebrating their outstanding service and enduring commitment to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish.

January 2026

MARK & NATAZIA TUMAMBING FAMILY

The Family of the Month for January 2026 is awarded to Bro. Mark Tumambing and the Tumambing Family in recognition of their outstanding dedication and service to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish.
Mark Tumambing serves as a full-time employee of the parish in his role as Ministry Coordinator. In addition to coordinating parish ministries, Mark directs the church choir, organized the children’s choir, and presides over the parish’s monthly ministry meetings—demonstrating strong leadership and deep commitment to our parish community.
His wife, Natazia Tumambing, is an active member of the Eucharistic Ministry, faithfully serving and enriching the spiritual life of the parish.
Mark’s parents, Noel and Kellie Tumambing, are both active members of the church choir, with Kellie also serving in the Eucharistic Ministry. Additionally, Mark’s aunt, Leilanie Tumambing, is an active choir member. Together, the Tumambing family exemplifies a strong and collective commitment to parish ministries.
For their exemplary service and deep involvement, Council 5392 wholeheartedly recommends the Tumambing Family for the Family of the Month recognition.

December 2025

PABLO & VICTORIA BAUTISTA FAMILY

Our Council# 5392 is proud to recognize the Bautista family for Family of the Month. Pablo and Victoria Bautista, with their children Michelle, Angel, Jesus, and Moses, have been dedicated members of our parish for eight years. They exemplify service, humility, and devotion in their roles as ushers, Eucharistic ministers, and altar servers, regularly helping at both English and Spanish Masses. Their consistent involvement and willingness to serve highlight their faith and commitment to the community. The Bautista family's dedication makes them a model Catholic family, deserving of this recognition.

November 2025

HILARIO & GRACY LUNA

Our Council #5392 is proud to recognize Hilario and Gracy Luna as Family of the Month for November 2025. The Luna family exemplifies the spirit of service and family values within our Parish community. Hilario has faithfully served as Treasurer for Council #5392, while Gracy contributes her time and dedication as a lector during Mass at Beaumont St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church. Together, they have made a meaningful impact by actively participating in fundraising and charity initiatives organized by the Knights of Columbus. We are grateful for their commitment and the positive example they set for others in our Parish.

October 2025

RICK AND GINA DIAZ

Rick and Gina Diaz and Family has lived in Banning for 71 years. Rick has served as the Sunday 10:30 AM Mass coordinator in Banning for 31 years and is also a member of the Building and Extension Committee at Banning Parish. Together, Rick and Gina have dedicated the past 10 years volunteering in the Parish Food Pantry and Gift Shop.

September 2025

DEACON VIC & MINA GONZALEZ

Our Council # 5392 recognizes Deacon Vic & Mina Gonzalez as Family of the Month of September 2025 for serving as a model and family values to others in the Parish Church. They serve as Lectors during Mass in Banning and Beaumont, attend weekly Mass and quality time together with their children and grandchildren, and actively involve in the fund raising and charity giving activities of the Knights of Columbus.

August 2025

ROBERT & MARIA LUGRAIN

Our Council recognizes Robert & Maria Lu Grain as Family of the Month for August 2025. The LuGrain family has been active in the fund raising and parish activities of the Knights of Columbus with their son, Michael who just came home after serving in the US Air Force and is now with the Council 5392 as one of the officers.

July 2025

RICHARD & VIOLET LOSOYA

Our Council 5392 recognizes Richard & Violet Losoya as Family of the Month of July
for serving as a model of Catholic family values to others in the parish. They serve as
Lectors during Mass in Banning and Beaumont, attend weekly mass and spend
quality time together with their children and grandchildren, and actively involve in the
fund raising and charity giving activities of the Knights of Columbus.

June 2025

SCOTT AND DEBBIE BENSON

Our Council 5392 recognizes Scott and Debbie Benson as Family of the Month of June for serving as a model of Catholic family values to others in the parish. They serve as Lectors during Mass in Banning and Beaumont, attend weekly mass and spend quality time together with their children and grandchildren, and actively involve in fund raising and charity giving activities of the Knights of Columbus.

May 2025

FRANCISCO AND BEATRIZ MEDINA

Council 5392 recognizes Francisco and Beatriz Medina as Family of the Month for May. The family’s parish involvement as Altar Servers, Eucharistic ministers, Music ministry and in the fund raising activities of the Knights of Columbus serve as a model of Catholic family values.

April 2025

PAUL AND JENNIFER CARBAJAL

Council 5392 recognizes Paul and Jennifer Carbajal as Family of the Month for April. Jennifer is the Music Coordinator of St. Kateri Parish in Banning and St. Mary in. The Morongo Reservation. They attend weekly Mass together as a tight-knit family. They serve as a model of Catholic family values.

March 2025

HIRONIMUS

Council 5392 recognizes Hironimus family of the Month for March. Bernadette is the Confirmation Coordinator of St. Kateri Parish while her son, Anthony, plays the guitar for masses at the Banning Church. Mother and son attend weekly Mass together as a tight-knit family. They serve as a model of Catholic family values.

February 2025

RAY AND JEANIA PARAYNO

Council 5392 recognizes Ray and Jeania Parayno as Family of the Month for February serving in the Marriage Spirituality ministry for many years, attending daily and weekly mass together, having a tight-knit family. They serve as a model of Catholic family values.

January 2025

RADZIK

Council 5392 recognizes Dennis and Rhonda Radzik as Family of the Month for January. They are both Eucharistic ministers for many years. Dennis is the Beaumont coordinator for the Eucharistic Ministers and schedules for upcoming masses and trains them.They are an ideal model of Catholic family values.

December 2024

BUENAVENTURA

Council 5392 recognizes Ariel and Dali Buenaventura as Family of the Month for December. They are both Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion and Sacristans, attending weekly 4:30 pm Sunday mass at Beaumont Church with son Arthur, a Lector and daughter, a member of our Music Ministry. They are an ideal model of Catholic family values.

November 2024

SANCHEZ

Our Council 5392 recognizes as Gabino and Marcela Sanchez as Family of the Month for November. They are very active members of St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community, attending weekly mass at Beaumont Church, providing significant contributions to the parish and model of Catholic family values. Gabino coordinates and leads the Youth Group of the Parish.

October 2024

GARCIA

Our Council 5392 recognizes Angel and Carlethy Garcia for their significant contributions to the Catholic Community and model of Catholic family values. Carlethy coordinates the Spanish Lectors and is very active in the Consejo Hispano.

September 2024

MADON

Our Council 5392 recognizes David and Ruth Madon for their significant contributions to the Catholic Community and model of Catholic family values. Ruth coordinates Daily and Sunday Mass at St. Kateri Tekakwitha and the Friday Mass at The Lakes - Assisted Living and Memory Care. David serves as Usher and supports Ruth in her work with the church and priests.

August 2024

RUSSO

Our Council 5392 recognizes Johnny and Jane Russo as the Family of the Month for August. They are very active members of St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community, attending weekly mass at Banning Church, providing significant contributions to the parish and model of Catholic family values

July 2024

HODNICK

Our Council 5392 recognizes Deacon Mark and Carol Hodnick as the Family of the Month for July. They are very active members of St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community.

June 2024

GAYON

Our Council 5392 recognizes Roland and Melody Gayon as the Family of the Month for June. They are very active members of the Church Choir at St. Kateri Tekakwitha .  

May 2024

LORENZO

Our Council 5392 recognizes Lorenzo and Lonnie Chavez as the Family of the Month for May. They are very active in the Confirmation Ministry and volunteer work in Council 5392’s fund raising activities and live out the Principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.

April 2024

ONGPIN

Our Council 5392 recognizes Ed and Ofie Ongpin as the Family of the Month for April. They started the Ministry of Families in Christ Jesus in 2008. They were certified as Marriage Preparation ministers by the Diocese of San Bernardino/Riverside. Members of the Ministry to the Homeless and Adoration Chapel worshippers. Ed is presently the Family Director of Council 5392. Ed and Ofie live out the Principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.  

March 2024

FEENEY

Our Council 5392 recognizes SK David and Carol Feeney as the Family of the Month for March. They are both active in the pancake breakfast and fish fry dinners. David is a past grand knight and a 4th degree Knight who lives out the Principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.  

February 2024

MIDDENDORF

Our Council 5392 recognizes SK James A. Middendorf and wife Rita as the Family of the Month for February. He is a past grand knight and managed the Fist Fry dinners as chairperson for many years.  Rita is a past regent of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas. Brother James has been a devoted Knight and serves presently as our Faith Director, and a 4th degree Knight who lives out the Principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.  

January 2024

LIENDO

Our Council 5392 recognizes SK Fabian Liendo III, wife Olivia and four children as the Family of the Month for January. He is a US Air Force veteran having served in Viet Nam.  He and Olivia attend Mass every Sunday with their Grandchildren and other family members.  Brother Fabian has been a devoted Knight and serves presently as our 2yr trustee, Community Director, a member of our Council Exemplification team, and a 4th degree Knight who lives out the Principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism  

December 2023

VALDIVIA

Our Council 5392 recognizes our Brother Valdivia, wife and children as the Family of the Month for December. Brother Anthony and his two sons cooked and served pancake breakfast and fish fry during lent hosted by Council 5392. The Valdivia family is a shining example of a good Catholic family serving the St. Kateri Tekakwitha community needs and activities.

November 2023

Jesse Jimenez

Our Council 5392 recognizes our Brother Jesse Jimenez, wife and four children as the Family of the Month for November. Brother Jesse is presently serving in the Middle East with the Army National Guard as Warrant Officer. His wife, Blanca, serves a a Catechist for the Children’s Liturgy of the Word at the 10:30 am Mass in Banning. The Jimenez family is a shining example of being a good Catholic Family and Patriot for our Nation.

October 2023

YATES

In recognition of your family’s strong ties of love and faith in your daily activities exemplifying Catholic family values and making meaningful contributions to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community as member of its choir and over 20 years of dedication as Officer of our Council and your work on the pancake breakfast, project on Mary’s Garden in Beaumont and hosting the Officer’s meeting.

September 2023

TRIPP

In recognition of your family’s strong ties of love and faith in your daily activities exemplifying Catholic family values and making meaningful contributions to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community with son Fr. Tyler and two sons as Knights, Council 5392 has selected the Tripp family as Family of the Month in September 2023.

August 2023

JOHNSON

In recognition of your family’s strong ties of love and faith in your daily activities exemplifying Catholic family values and making meaningful contributions to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community, Council 5392 has selected the Johnson family as Family of the Month in August 2023.

July 2023

CASTANON

In recognition of your family’s strong ties of love and faith in your daily activities exemplifying Catholic family values and making meaningful contributions to St. Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Community, and Council 5392 as past grand knight and dedicated member.