Carlskyrkan was inaugurated in 1984 and is a joint venture between the Church of Sweden and the Evangelical National Mission (EFS), which is responsible for its day-to-day activities. It functions as a district church within Ålidhem parish, part of the Diocese of Luleå.
The building's architecture, designed by architect Erik Lindgren, is distinctly of its era: a structure of steel, brick and laminated timber beams, topped with a concrete tile roof. The square nave is lit by three round window openings, while inside, brick walls are paired with an untreated timber panelled ceiling, giving the space a warm, simple character. The altarpiece was created by Inga Säterborg.
The church was notably an early adopter of solar panels, reflecting an ongoing emphasis on environmental sustainability that continues to shape its community activities today.
A lived-in, active feel is part of Carlskyrkan's character: services have been streamed online, and in summer the veranda has doubled as a setting for both worship and exercise sessions, illustrating its role as a genuine community hub rather than a purely historic monument.