The first church of the Descent of the Holy Ghost was built in 1935 and stood proudly until it was destroyed by a lightening strike. The community came together and rebuilt, completing the present church in 1958.
The first Ukrainians arrived in this area in 1903 and established churches in the rural areas around Buchanan. Over time, as people relocated to town, the need for a church became evident. The church of the Descent of the Holy Ghost continues to be well cared for.
It is served by clergy from the nearby parish at Canora.
The information provided here is taken in part from the work of Anna Maria Kowcz-Baran, Ukrainian Catholic Churches of Saskatchewan, published in 1977. This monumental historical survery can be found for sale at the Musée Ukraina Museum for $20.00.