Christ Lutheran Church

With a large number of Norwegian immigrants settling in and around Sexsmith, it was inevitable that a Lutheran congregation would become a part of the early community. In 1922, services began to be conducted in private homes and the community hall. Shortly thereafter, the Benville Norweigan Lutheran Congregation was formed. Finally in 1935, a resident pastor, K.A. Knutson was assigned to Sexsmith with the purpose of reorganizing the congregation and building a church. The first service was conducted on July 25th. 1937. Two years later, the Christ Lutheran Congregation was incorporated and this building constructed. At the same time, the Zion Lutheran Ladies Aid was formed to raise funds and assist in church activities. In 1959 the church was renovated and moved onto its present foundation with a basement.