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Heliga Ljusets kyrka, Torvalla

Address
Nävervägen 37, 831 72, Östersund
Municipality
Östersunds Kommun
Denomination
Church of Sweden
Associated diocese
Diocese of Härnösand

Heliga Ljusets kyrka, Torvalla: Church in Brunflo parish, Sydöstra Jämtlands pastorat, central district. In the centre of Torvalla, right by the square, the church has welcoming doors directly at ground level. Just step in. Summer-open church 2026. Open Thursdays 10:00-13:00 with lunchtime devotions and church coffee at 11:45 throughout the summer.

By the square in Torvalla Centrum stands a brick-red church that was inaugurated in 1988. The church tower with its shiny roof rises towards the sky, and at the very top sits a watchful ptarmigan on its ski. Inside, the church is richly decorated with art, not least through beautiful art windows.

In 2001 the church received an award as Östersund's Most Beloved Contemporary Building.

Over the years the church has become well-loved by many. The church's work is characterised by participation, with many residents of Torvalla taking part and giving of themselves. The church has active work among children and the elderly as well as quiet services and pastoral conversations. The foundation of the church's life is faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Heliga Ljusets kyrka is a Cooperation Church between the Church of Sweden and EFS (Evangeliska Fosterlandsstiftelsen).

The church belongs to Brunflo parish.

You can come in and sit for a while in the church or look around the premises. We sell fine products from developing countries, Christian literature, music and printed materials. Welcome in!

Opening hours

Opening hours have not been confirmed for the current date. This does not mean the church is closed.

Check access with the parish before travelling. Services and seasonal changes can affect visits.

Facilities & accessibility

  • Toilet
  • Hearing loop
  • Accessible toilet

Listed by the provider; availability has not been independently checked. An unlisted facility is not necessarily unavailable.

Toilet: There is a wheelchair-accessible toilet in the church.

Accessibility

It is easy to get around in all rooms with a wheelchair.
Induction loop: The church has an induction loop.

Contact & official information

Brunflo församling

Brunflo församling

Heliga Ljusets kyrka, Torvalla

Church in Brunflo parish, Sydöstra Jämtlands pastorat, central district. In the centre of Torvalla, right by the square, the church has welcoming doors directly at ground level. Just step in. Summer-open church 2026. Open Thursdays 10:00-13:00 with lunchtime devotions and church coffee at 11:45 throughout the summer.

Nävervägen 37, 831 72, Östersund

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