The Sturgeon Point Union Church community is grateful that we gather on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and the lands included in the Williams Treaty and Treaty 20.
Since 1888, the church is found in the heart of the Village of Sturgeon Point, in the Kawartha Lakes region of Ontario. It is a vital part of village life, a beautiful heritage building used for worship services, baptisms, weddings, and funerals, concerts, plays, films, community talks and meetings. The church supports a number of charities, which in turn support the needs of a wider community. All are welcome to join us on summer Sundays at 10:30am for worship service and all are welcome to rent the space for special occasions.
We gratefully accept tax-deductible donations via cheque (to Sturgeon Point Union Church, 43 Irene Ave, Fenelon Falls ON K0M 1N0) or by e-transfer ([email protected]) Please refer to the weddings and events tab for further information.
Our 2025 Summer Schedule
June 20-21 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
Sunday, July 6, 10:30 am – Speaker
Thomas Luloff. Creepy, Crawly & Crucial: The Secret Lives of Garden Wildlife Your garden is more than just a pretty place—it’s a stage for some of nature’s weirdest and most wonderful performances. From slugs that secretly pollinate trilliums to earwigs that double as pest control, this talk will uncover the surprising and often overlooked roles of some of our least-loved garden visitors. Join us to discover the strange, sneaky, and surprisingly beneficial behaviours of the creatures lurking amongst your leaves and flowers. You may never look at your garden the same way again!
Thom is a Professor in the School of Environmental Resources and Natural Sciences, Fleming College. He is the Senior Wildlife Biologist at Kawartha Wildlife Centre, the Liaison to Nature Canada for Bird-Friendly Cities, and currently studying to become a Master Gardener and an apiarist.
Saturday, July 12, 7 pm – 8 pm, Concert
The Church welcomes Point alum Anne Louise Genest for a special evening of music! Known professionally as Annie Lou, this critically acclaimed Canadian songwriter is a multiple nominee for CFMA, WCMA, and Juno awards. Now retired from “the biz” but still pursuing and honing her craft, Anne Louise is thrilled to be returning to the much-loved haunts of her childhood on Sturgeon Point to share her music and reconnect with old and new friends. Pay what you can, all proceeds will go to Women’s Resources, Lindsay.
Sunday, July 13, 10:30 am – Service
Dr. Brian Walsh is an award-winning author who writes at the interface of biblical faith and contemporary culture. His most recent book is Rags of Light: Leonard Cohen and the Landscape of Biblical Imagination. For twenty-five years Brian served as a campus minister at the University of Toronto where he founded the Wine Before Breakfast worshipping community. He also serves as the chair of the board of A Place Called Home in Lindsay. Brian lives and farms with his wife, Dr. Sylvia Keesmaat, at Russet House Farm in Cameron.
July 19 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
Sunday, July 20, 10:30 am – Speaker
Ginny Colling. The Good News — The Future We Choose. Since retirement from journalism and public relations, Ginny devotes her time to communicating the urgency of acting on climate change. After training with Al Gore, she qualified as a Climate Reality Leadership volunteer in 2017. She sits on the KL Environmental Advisory Committee and contributes to its Healthy Environment Plan. She is a founding member of Scugog Climate Action Now, Seniors for Climate Action Now, and writes the “Cool Tips for a Hot planet” column for the Lindsay Advocate.
Sunday, July 27, 10:30 am – Service
The Reverend Ron Wallace Ron Wallace is a former minister at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Lindsay. In retirement he is active with the Lindsay Ministerial Association and the Lindsay Men’s Probus Club. We welcome organist Ian Holder who will be filling in for Lynne Davis
Sunday, August 3
The church is closed for Civic Holiday celebrations
Aug. 9-10 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
Sunday, August 10, 10:30 am – Service
The Reverend Cathy Gibbs Cathy is the Adult Education Minister at Christ Church Deer Park, Toronto. She taught secondary school for 32 years in a variety of subject areas, finishing her career as the Head of a Special Needs Department. Following her ordination, she served as the chaplain of Toronto’s Bishop Strachan School.
August 15-16 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
Sunday, August 17, 10:30 am – Service
The Reverend Doug Norris Following retirement from ministry at Rosedale United in Toronto and directing a cancer care retreat centre in the Algonquin Highlands, Doug now works as a semi-retired carpenter and cabinetmaker in Haliburton and volunteers as a radio host with Canoe FM 100.9
Sunday, August 24, 10:00 am
The church will host SPA’s Annual General Meeting at 10 am
September 13-14 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
September 27 – Wedding
The Church is closed for a wedding
October 12 – Food Drive
Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Food Drive
We hope to see you this summer.
Lynne Davis, organist
Weddings and Events
The Sturgeon Point Union Church makes a stunning setting for any occasion! It is a non-denominational, inclusive space, which means it welcomes all who wish to use it for celebrating life’s great moments.
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions.
When is the church available?
As the church has no heat, weddings and special events can be booked from May through October. Please contact us for availability.
How many guests can it accommodate?
The church can seat 200 guests. It is wheelchair accessible and has a fully accessible washroom facility.
Do I have to use the church’s minister or can I bring my own?
The church has no dedicated minister or officiant, so please bring your own.
Do I have to be a member of the church to be married there?
No, all are welcome!
What is the cost?
The 2023 fee is $350. For 2024 weddings, the fee is $400. There is a $100 non-refundable deposit required when booking, with the balance due four weeks before the wedding date.
Should you have additional questions please contact us.
You are most welcome to see our beautiful church in action any Sunday morning in July and August during 10:30 a.m services or feel free to contact us for a private viewing.
