There will be a Regional Mass on Friday, July 4 at Mount Saint Peter Church at 9:00AM.

The regional Mass for Friday, July 4th will be held at Mount Saint Peter Parish at 9:00AM, preceded by the “Patriotic Rosary” which will begin at 8:15 AM. The Patriotic Rosary is prayed for divine protection and mercy for our country. This devotion is especially recommended in these challenging times. In the Patriotic Rosary we pray for all branches of our federal government and for our state and local governments.

The NKCC and St. Margaret Mary parish offices will be closed on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

Event Night: July 9 • 6:30PM
Sullivan Hall • St. Margaret Mary Parish
Registrations Due: July 1
Class Fee: $20 per person

How to have FUN and help the YOUTH GROUP travel to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC)!

The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) is a three-day pilgrimage for Catholic high school students and their adult chaperones in Indianapolis. Participants will experience prayer, community, and the transformative power of God’s presence. Your donations/participation will help fund the trip for the students that are attending by helping to cover the cost of event tickets, bus ride and hotel stay.

How can I help?

1. Signup for the July 9, 6:30 pm “Cards in a Round” class to be held at St. Margaret Mary Sullivan Hall. Anyone ages 10 and up is welcome to attend. No experience necessary. All pieces are pre-cut. Each person will take home 5 gorgeous all occasion cards and envelopes.

2. Class fee is $20 per person that can be paid that evening or pre-paid by check to Lorraine Menk and dropped at the church office All profits will be for the youth group trip.

3. CRAFT ADHESIVE is very important. No Elmer’s glue. You can pick up a tape runner at a craft store or let Lorraine know and she will provide one for a $6.00 charge.

4. And YES, we will have snacks.

To participate, please register no later than July 1 by texting or calling Lorraine Menk at 412-965-5815 or email kirbie1@comcast.net. You may register by contacting the parish office.

Bring family and friends, help the kids, and have fun!

The Festa Italiana Basket Raffle is back for its 6th year, and we need your help! Festa patrons have been amazed by the beautiful, bountiful baskets generously donated by our parishioners and local community, and we would like to continue the tradition this August.

Basket drop-off will be July 26 & 27 from 12:00NN-6:00PM in the parking lot outside Marble Hall.

In-person raffle will be conducted on August 1 and 2 during Festa, while the online raffle will begin on July 28 and end on August 2.

Can’t donate a complete basket? No worries! We can combine gift cards and individual baskets.

If you need to arrange a different drop-off, contact Maryellen at mschroeder@doctor.com or text 412-874-8467.

June 14, July 12, August 9
10:00 - 11:30 AM
Peter’s Table at Mt. St. Peter Church

The Lower Burrell and New Kensington young adult ministry welcomes you to Mary’s Mantle, a fellowship and faith study group for young women ages 20s-40s. Summer meetings will be held on June 14, July 12, and August 9 in the Peter’s Table room at Mount Saint Peter Church. Please bring a friend and a small brunch item to share!

Click here for a flyer with more information.

For more information text or call Brianna Ruflin at 973-856-4472

Attention rising and current high school students! Registration is open for next year’s conferences. You have the opportunity to experience Jesus in an exciting and wonderful way with your friends and peers at the Steubenville Conference in Ohio on July 18-20, 2025 and The National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis on November 20-22, 2025. Don’t miss these fun filled retreats with games, speakers, friends and Jesus!

For more information or to learn how to register contact Heather Hensley at 724-335-2336.

Are you or someone you know interested in becoming Catholic?

The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is the process through which those who are not baptized are able to become members of the Catholic Church and baptized Christians can receive the Sacraments of Initiation (Holy Communion and Confirmation).

This process includes times of study, prayer, and Rites that take place at Mass. Formation sessions will begin in mid-September.

If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Timothy Ruflin in the parish office to find out more and to set up a meeting.

Your generous gift to the 2025 Diocesan Lenten Appeal supports our mission to carry on the love and mercy of Christ. If you have not yet made a donation, please prayerfully consider sharing your gifts today.

Click here to learn more about the Diocesan Lenten Appeal and the 2025 theme “A Time To Share.”

Click here to make your donation to this year’s DLA online.

Every 25 years, the Universal Church proclaims a Jubilee Year to encourage the faithful to embark on pilgrimages, repent of their sins, forgive the sins of others and renew a focus on their spiritual lives. On Christmas Eve, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, will begin the 2025  Jubilee Year of Hope, “Pilgrims of Hope,” with the official Opening of the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.

Click here to review the Jubilee 2025 events in the Diocese of Greensburg.

Click here to visit the Jubilee 2025 section of the Diocese of Greensburg website.

Wednesday, July 16, 2025
10:00AM - Park Closing
Kennywood Park

The Diocese of Greensburg and the Diocese of Pittsburgh are partnering for a Catholic Kennywood Day.

There will be special Catholic Kennywood activities taking place throughout the day at Pavilion 5.

To learn more or to buy tickets, use this link: https://www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/catholic-kennywood-day/

Saturday, July 26, 2025
PNC Park
Game begins at 6:40 PM

Tickets are $39 and include a $5 food/drink voucher at the game! Electronic tickets are emailed to you about 1 week prior to the game.

There will be a drone show at the end of the game.
Participants are responsible for transportation.
Young families and children are welcome!

To learn more or to purchase tickets, use this link: https://www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/young-adult-pirates-game/

Hours of Operation
Tuesday - Friday 11:00am - 2:00pm (lunch)
Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm (breakfast only)
Indoor dining and takeout service available.

Free Community Meals Thursdays at 5:30pm

The Knead Community Café located in downtown New Kensington is committed to serving healthy dining options using fresh, local, and minimally processed ingredients as much as possible. The Knead’s philosophy is that all patrons are entitled to enjoy nutritious food and be treated with dignity regardless of their ability to pay.

Want to learn more? Check out the links below!

Knead Community Cafe Website
Knead Community Cafe Facebook page
Knead Community Cafe Instagram Page

Store Hours
Thursdays: 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Saturdays: 11:00AM - 1:00PM

Location: 1129 Leishman Avenue, New Kensington, PA
The entrance is at the corner of Kenneth Avenue and Locust Street.

Click here to check out the CCC’s Facebook page for special events and updated information.

Looking for an affordable education solution in the Alle-Kiski Valley? Private, Catholic education is available from preschool through high school at Mary Queen of Apostles School (MQA) in New Kensington and Saint Joseph High School (SJHS) in Natrona Heights.

Click here to learn more about our regional award-winning Catholic schools: Mary Queen of Apostles School (for grades Pre-K through 8) and St. Joseph High School.

Want to see for yourself? SJHS will be hosting a Spring Open House on Saturday, March 2 from 10AM-12PM.