So, the other day, I finally got around to checking out St. Helena Church in Blue Bell, PA. I’d heard about it here and there and seen it pop up on maps, so I figured it was time to see what all the fuss was about.
First off, finding the place was a piece of cake. I just typed “St Helena Church Blue Bell PA” into my phone, and boom, there it was. It’s right there on Dekalb Pike, number 1489 to be exact. I mean, even if you miss the address, you can’t really miss the church itself. It’s pretty big.
When I got there, parking wasn’t a hassle at all. I went on a weekday, so maybe that’s why it wasn’t too crowded. I noticed signs for weekend Mass times, like 5 PM on Saturdays and a bunch of times on Sundays, so I guess it might get busier then. They also have Mass on Holydays, it seems. The note mentioned 7 PM for Vigil Mass and 7 AM for Holydays, which is good to know.
Getting inside was easy. They have these accessible entrances and curb cuts, which is great for anyone who might have trouble with stairs. I always appreciate stuff like that. It’s important for places to be welcoming to everyone.
I walked around inside, taking it all in. It’s got that classic church vibe, you know? I didn’t have a ton of time, so I didn’t go poking around every corner, but I saw enough to get a feel for the place. I did notice a few pamphlets lying around about wedding prep and funeral prep, so I guess they do all sorts of events there. They even had a thing asking if you’d like to be a parishioner, so they are definitely trying to get people involved in the community.
- First Action: Looked up “St Helena Church Blue Bell PA” on my phone.
- Second Action: Drove to 1489 Dekalb Pike.
- Third Action: Easily found parking.
- Fourth Action: Noticed signs for Mass times.
- Fifth Action: Entered through an accessible entrance.
- Sixth Action: Took a quick look around inside.
- Seventh Action: Saw pamphlets about various events and becoming a parishioner.
All in all, it was a pretty chill visit. St. Helena seems like a nice, solid church. If you’re in Blue Bell and looking for a place of worship, or even just curious about the building, it’s worth a stop. Just maybe plan around those busy Mass times if you want to avoid the crowds!