Our Story

From humble beginnings...

‍The story of Onoway Seventh-day Adventist Church began in the early 1900s when a small group of Adventist families settled in the Onoway and Alberta Beach area. Though they shared a common faith, they had no church building to call their own. In 1935, they officially organized as a congregation of 17 members and soon purchased land to build the area's first Seventh-day Adventist church. Members donated logs, lumber, and countless hours of labor, creating a place where families worshipped, celebrated life's milestones, and grew together in faith.

Over time, many families relocated, and the original church was eventually sold. The remaining members continued meeting in homes and rented buildings, holding on to the dream of having a church of their own again. That dream became reality when local land was purchased near Onoway and members, many of them farmers, generously gave from their harvests, finances, and time to fund a new church. Construction began in 1991, and through hard work, sacrifice, and God's blessing, the church was completed debt-free and opened in May 1993.

Today, Onoway Seventh-day Adventist Church continues to serve the community, building on the faith and dedication of those who came before us. We are grateful for God's guidance throughout our history and invite you to join us as we continue sharing His love, hope, and grace with our neighbors.