Knead Community Café
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
Community Clothes Closet (CCC)
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.
Local Catholic Schools
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.
Memorial Day
The regional Mass for Memorial Day (Monday, May 25) will be at St. Margaret Mary Church at 9:00 AM.
Please note, the NKCC Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.
LBNKCC Vacation Bible School - Registration Open
June 22-26, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Get ready for an unforgettable summer adventure — LBNKCC Vacation Bible School is BACK and better than ever!
Calling all kids entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade — join us for a week full of fun, faith, games, music, and friendships that will last all summer long!
Don’t miss out on this exciting week of learning, laughter, and growing together. Mark your calendars and invite a friend!
St. Anthony Novena
Tuesdays after 7:00 PM Mass
April 14 - June 9
Mt. St. Peter Church
The St. Anthony Novena will be recited nine consecutive Tuesdays beginning Tuesday, April 14 through and including Tuesday, June 9 after the 7:00 PM Mass** at Mount Saint Peter Parish.
** Please note: During the nine weeks of the Novena, the Tuesday 8:30 AM Mass will be discontinued and moved to 7:00 PM. Once the Novena has concluded, the 8:30 AM Mass will recommence on Tuesday, June 16.
Traditional prayers will be said. All are welcome form the NKCC and surrounding areas as we unite in prayer for the individual, community, and global needs seeking the intercession of St. Anthony to our heavenly Father. Bread distribution and a reception are planned for Tuesday, June 9.
Please contact Suzanne Stuben at slstuben@gmail.com with any questions concerning the St. Anthony Novena or the Mt. St. Peter St. Anthony Guild.
Camp Totus Tuus
June 22 - 25
1:00 - 8:00 PM
Camp Totus Tuus invites you to adventure, conversation, friendship, and prayer for a week that moves your faith into action!
Join us for tons of fun activities including trips to Zone 28, Kayaking, the Pittsburgh Zoo, and Water Olympics.
Click here for a flyer with more info.
Open to students currently in Grades 5-7.
Jr. Counselors (current 8th graders) and Counselors (current 9th-12th graders) also needed.
Cost: $150 per camper
Early Bird Special: $125 per camper (price increases 2/1/26)
Questions? Contact Heather Hensley through the parish office.
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
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.