St. Katharine Drexel Mission Center and National Shrine
215-244-9900
This 54-acre site is the home to the shrine of St. Katharine Drexel, who was canonized by Pope John Paul II in October 2000. Also located on the site is St. Elizabeth Convent, which houses the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, who were founded in 1891 by St. Katharine Drexel. The facility has its own chapel and mission gift shop.
- Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Founding Date: 1891
- What makes this community special?: Bensalem is a diverse community filled with many spiritual and religious people.
- Parking: Free lot
- Denomination: Catholic
- Services: Missionary programs, Study groups