As we celebrate this Christmas season, we invite you to remember our parish as we continue our mission of serving our community and offer thanksGiving to God for the many blessings He has given us this year. Your gift makes a difference. You can make your gift online here.

Wednesday, New Year’s Eve ~ December 31
4:00 PM - St. Joseph Church
4:00 PM - St. Margaret Mary Church

Thursday, New Year's Day ~ January 1
10:00 AM - St. Margaret Mary Church
10:30 AM - Mt. St. Peter Church
11:00 AM - St. Joseph Church

Members of the youth group will have Epiphany home blessing kits after all masses at St. Margaret Mary this coming weekend.

Each kit contains chalk, holy water, and the Epiphany Home Blessing Prayer.

We are asking for a donation of $10 per kit. Proceeds will directly support our parish youth ministry, helping fund youthgroup gatherings, activities, and snacks throughout the year.

Thank you for supporting our young people and their faith formation!

The St. Margaret Mary Parish and NKCC Parish Offices will be closed on Wednesday December 31st and Thursday January 1st in observance of New Year’s Day.

What are the sacraments, where do they come from, and why are they important? Join us for an 11-week study as we explore the Biblical foundations of the sacraments of the Church. We will explore the foundational teaching of the Church as to their meaning and origin, and investigate the deeper mystery of the sacraments as illuminated by Sacred Scripture.

Sessions begin Tuesday, January 27 at 11:00am in Room B-1 at Saint Margaret Mary.

Please contact Tim Ruflin if you would like to purchase a study book.

What is the Bible, where does it come from, and what is its purpose? How are Catholics supposed to read the Bible, and what story does it tell?

This study will explore these ever important questions and provide us with answers to better understand and incorporate the Sacred Scriptures into our everyday lives.

All are welcome to join this 12-week study beginning Thursday February 5th at 1:00 PM at Peter's Table at Mount Saint Peter.

Please contact Tim Ruflin if you would like to purchase the study book.

🌸 Mary’s Mantle – Faith & Fellowship for Young Women 🌸
Calling all women in their 20s–40s from Lower Burrell & New Kensington!
Join us for faith-filled conversation, community, and coffee at Mary’s Mantle, a new young adult ministry for women seeking deeper connection and purpose.

🗓️ Winter Meetups:
📅 January 10th, February 21st
🕙 10:00–11:30 AM
📍 Peter’s Table Room, Mount Saint Peter Church

🥐 Bring a friend and a small brunch item to share!
📲 Questions? Call or text Brianna Ruflin at 973-856-4472

✨ Registration is OPEN for Camp Totus Tuus! ✨
June 22–25 • 1:00–8:00 PM

Calling all rising 5th–7th graders, Jr. Counselors (8th), and Counselors (9–12)!
Join us for a week of faith, friendship, adventure, and prayer that brings your faith to life. 🙏🔥

🌟 Camp Highlights:
• Zone 28
• Kayaking
• Pittsburgh Zoo
• Water Olympics

🎉 Early Bird Special: $125/camper (through 1/31/26)
Regular Price: $150

Don’t wait—spots fill fast!
👉 Register now: click here!

The Diocese of Greensburg has revitalized its Project Rachel Ministry and is prepared to assist those suffering as the result of being involved in an abortion.

Bishop Michael Burbidge, from Arlington, VA, sums up Project Rachel’s  mission and purpose by informing us, “Diocesan-based abortion healing ministry, most often called Project Rachel Ministry, seeks to accompany those who suffer from abortion as they receive Christ’s mercy, comfort , and healing.

Project Rachel Ministry serves as a bridge to God’s mercy, helping him to make participants whole and restoring his relationship with them as his beloved daughters and sons.”

For confidential, compassionate help, call 724-552-1832 or email projectrachel@dioceseofgreensburg.org.

Click here to visit the New Kensington Catholic Community homepage for information regarding events happening at our neighbor parishes of St. Joseph, St. Mary of Czestochowa, and Mt. St. Peter.

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.

Both schools are still enrolling students for this fall! If your child is in preschool to grade 8, consider enrolling them at MQA. For more information, contact Michelle Farrell at 724-339-4411 or visit the MQA website to learn more about an education focused on developing minds, building character, and strengthening faith.

SJHS offers a college preparatory education that encourages spiritual growth, academic excellence, and extracurricular participation. Many scholarships are available, making Catholic education even more affordable! Apply online at the SJHS website or contact the Admissions Office at 724-226-2819.