The Church of the Sacred Heart located in Krydor, Saskatchewan is the second church of the parish. The original church, constructed in 1910, served local settlers for many years before being dismantled in 1950, with its materials repurposed for a nearby rectory.
As the community grew, a new and larger church was constructed between 1947 and 1948. Like many prairie churches of the time, it was built through the financial contributions and volunteer labour of parishioners. Once completed, it became the central place of worship and gathering for the surrounding area.
The building itself is a substantial wood-frame structure measuring approximately 70 by 40 feet. Its design features a shingled gable roof and two front towers topped with cupolas, giving it a prominent presence. Tall windows with arched tops line the walls, allowing natural light into the interior.
Inside, the church features a vaulted ceiling and an elevated sanctuary with the main altar. A choir loft sits above the entrance, partially extending over the nave. Traditional religious artwork decorates the space, and a central aisle leads to the altar, flanked by rows of wooden pews that once accommodated around 200 people. The basement was also developed to support parish activities, and the building was equipped with electricity and central heating.
Over time, additional features were added to the site. A mission cross commemorates a mid-century religious mission, while a masonry bell tower with three bells was constructed in 1971. Nearby buildings, including a rectory and a repurposed parish hall, further highlight the role of the church as the center of community life.
Today, the Church of the Sacred Heart remains an important symbol of the area’s Ukrainian Catholic heritage, a testament to the generations who built, rebuilt, and sustained their faith on the Saskatchewan prairie.
