St. Margaret Mary Church

As a way of imitating Jesus, perhaps we can all better recognize the importance of Lent as A Time to Share. Bishop Larry J. Kulick explains that acts of charity are central to the season that is upon us, and your support of the Diocesan Lenten Appeal is critical to the Mission of the Church!

Visit www.DioceseofGreensburg.org/DLA2025 to make a donation.

Watch the video located here to learn more about the campaign.

It’s time for the annual SMM Flea Market!

The Flea Market will take place on Thursday May 22nd and Friday 23rd from 10:00AM to 6:00PM and on Saturday, May 24th from 9:00AM to 11:00PM (bag and cart sale).

Donations will be accepted on Monday May 19th and Tuesday May 20th from 10:00AM to 6:00PM.

We CANNOT accept Clothes, Computers, Exercise Equipment, Stuffed Animals, Furniture, Christmas trees and lights, lamps and luggage, no building materials (tiles, plywood, pipes,paint,drywall)

Only clean and usable items will be accepted.

Volunteers are needed for all days. Please sign up at the Welcome Desk in the Narthex. Diocesan clearances are required.

Camp Virtue is a day camp that allows 6th-8th grade youth the opportunity to explore their Catholic faith while also exploring the world around them. Camp Virtue will help participants to understand that they can enjoy each day to the fullest while being filled with faith and a love for God. Camp will include morning sessions of dynamic talks on the virtues, praise and worship, prayer, Mass, small group sharing, games, and much more.

After lunch we will depart via school bus for an EPIC EXPEDITION!!! This is your chance to experience something unforgettable - an action-packed journey that will challenge you, bring you closer to your faith, and create memories you’ll treasure forever. Trust us, this is an adventure you won’t want to miss!

Christ the King Church
125 Park Road Leechburg 15656

Click here to register.

For more info, contact Heather Hensley, Regional Director of Youth Formation and Discipleship, at hhensley@dioceseofgreensburg.org

Check out the flyer here to learn more and see some of the EPIC ADVENTURES planned.

The mom and tots group will be adding an evening option! The

May gatherings will be held on May 7th from 9:30-11am and on May 22nd from 6-7:30pm.

Please call or text Brianna Ruflin at 973-856-4472 for more details and to let her know you are interested in coming!

Saturday May 31st Immediately Following the 4 PM Mass at St. Margaret Mary Church.

There is no charge for the dinner. Reservations will be taken in the order they are received and are due by May 17th .

Space is limited to the first 175 parishioners who sign up.

Please complete the sign up form here and place in the baskets at the churches or in the Black Metal Mailbox in the St. Margaret Mary Lobby.

The St. Margaret Mary Youth Music Ministry is excited to announce the 2025 Summer Youth Music Camp Registration is now open.

For Whom: Youth entering Grades 6-12 in the Fall 2025

What: Learn Vocal Technique, Experience ringing handbells or handchimes, Grow in your understanding of the holy Mass and the Saints, and Help to lead music for the 4:00 PM Mass on Saturday June 21st.

When: June 17-19 9:15am - 3:30pm, lunch provided

Participants will sing/play for 4:00 PM Mass on Saturday June 21st.

No prior singing or handbell experience is required.

For more information, contact Mary Murphy at 724-335-2336 x6320 or email mmurphy@dioceseofgreensburg.org.

Participants can register online here.

We look forward to making music and sharing the Catholic faith with you!

The Roman Catholic Parishes of Lower Burrell and New Kensington wish to congratulate and recognize the 2025 high school graduate on Sunday, May 18th. Invitations to this special Mass will be mailed in the coming weeks.

Best wishes to all our 2025 graduates!

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.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!!! Use this link to register online: https://forms.office.com/r/qbP48YbqSE

The regional Vacation Bible School program will take place beginning on Monday, June 23 through and including Friday, June 27 at Saint Margaret Mary Church.

VBS is open to all children in rising Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity for all children to experience a week of faith, fun and friendship.

Click here for the 2025 VBS Flyer with more information.

Click here to download and complete the VBS Diocesan Release Form. This form must be submitted for every child participating in VBS.

VBS Volunteer Sign Ups

We are in need for adult and teen volunteers and junior helpers ages 10 and 11. Volunteers will help lead games, set up, lead groups of children, etc. Teen volunteers will be welcome to join in making crafts, games, and snack.

If you or your child would like to volunteer, please click here to complete a VBS Volunteer Registration.

Catholic Kennywood Day 2025
Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – Park Closing
Location: Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA​

Ticket Prices

General Admission: $32.99
General Admission + Dinner: $43.50
Dinner Only (Season Pass Holders): $12.50
Kids 6 & Under: Eat FREE!​

Event Schedule (Pavilion 5)
1:00 – 2:30 PM: Youth Activities
3:00 – 4:00 PM: Confessions
4:00 – 4:30 PM: Praise & Worship
4:30 PM: Mass with Bishop Zubik and priests from the Dioceses of Pittsburgh and Greensburg
5:15 PM: Communal Dinner (wristband required)​

Dinner Menu

Chicken Tenders, Hamburgers, Hot Sausage with Peppers & Onions, Macaroni & Cheese, Fruit Salad, Potato Salad​

Tickets available at the Catholic Kennywood Day Ticket Table next to the Main Gate. For more details, visit https://www.dioceseofgreensburg.org/catholic-kennywood-day/.