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.

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.

We are excited to announce that our two online homes, the Saint Margaret Mary and the NKCC parish websites have been completely redesigned and will officially "Go Live" this Wednesday, July 15. Our staff has been busy rebuilding our digital space to ensure a clearer, more streamlined experience for all online visitors. The new websites will directly parallel the information announced in our weekly bulletin, making it easier than ever to find your favorite resources, schedules, and parish updates. Most importantly, the fresh layout features a fully mobile-friendly design, allowing you to navigate the pages seamlessly whether you are using a desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Discover our beautiful new digital homes by visiting newkensingtoncatholic.org and smmib.org.

July 18th & August 22nd
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 13, July 18, and August 22 in the Peter’s Table room at Mount Saint Peter Church. Please bring a friend and a small brunch item to share!

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

Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1
MSP Parish Grounds

The anticipation is almost over! Keep a watchful eye out for exciting news regarding this year’s Festa Italiana, which will take place on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1! We are thrilled to announce that Kellie Abbott and Lou Greco have graciously stepped up to serve as our event co-chairs.

Please stay tuned for more info and updates in the coming weeks. In the meantime, your continued support and prayers for Kellie and Lou in their leadership efforts are deeply appreciated as they begin this journey!

The Festa Italiana Basket Raffle is back for its 7th 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 year.

Basket drop-off will be July 25 & 26 from 12:00NN-6:00PM in the back parking lot near Marble Hall.

In-person raffle will be conducted on July 31 and August 1 during Festa, while the online raffle will begin on July 27 and end on August 1.

Can’t donate a complete basket? No worries! We will accept gift cards; sporting event, museum, or theater tickets; autographed sports memorabilia; and any unused/unopened items of which we can combine to make smaller individual baskets.

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

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.