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 2026 Summer Schedule
Sunday, July 5, 10:30 am – Speaker
Thomas Luloff, Fleming College. Fur, Fangs & Forests: Remarkable Mammals Living Alongside Us Back by popular demand, Thom has guided us through the birds (2024) and the bees (and other bugs, 2025) and now… beasts!
Sunday, July 12, 10:30 am – Service
The Rev. Elizabeth Peeters, Immanuel Church. Elizabeth’s ministry and guest ministry has taken her across Ontario, from Wolfe Island to Alliston. She is now pastor at Fenelon Fall’s Immanuel Baptist. She lives on a beef farm outside Omemee where she and her family raise a rare breed of cows called PIntzgauer. She’s also a proud Oma!
Sunday, July 19, 10:30 am – Service
The Rev. Cathy Gibbs, The Anglican Church of Canada Recently retired from Toronto’s Christ Church Deer Park, Cathy was also Chaplain of Bishop Strachan School for 13 years following a long career as a secondary school teacher. She is deeply committed to her faith as a progressive Christian.
Sunday, July 26, 10:30 am – Service
The Rev. Dr. Candice Bist, Presbyterian Church & Jesuit Spiritual Director. Dr Bist is ordained as a minister of word and sacrament in the Presbyterian tradition and trained as a Spiritual Director in the Jesuit tradition. She holds a Master of Divinity, a Master in Theology in spirituality and practical theology and a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Renewal and Contemplative Practice.
Sunday, August 2, No Service
Holiday weekend – no service
Sunday, August 9, 10:30 am – Speaker
Carolyn Hyslop, The Canadian Canoe Museum. Carolyn has been leading The Canadian Canoe Museum since 2016. With an academic background and expertise in Outdoor and Experiential Education she continues to shape the development of programming at the Museum’s fabulous new campus.
Sunday, August 16, 10:30 am – Service
The Rev. Cathy Gibbs, The Anglican Church of Canada . Recently retired from Toronto’s Christ Church Deer Park, Cathy was also Chaplain of Bishop Strachan School for 13 years following a long career as a secondary school teacher. She is deeply committed to her faith as a progressive Christian.
Sunday, August 23, 10:30 am – Service
Derek Rasmussen, Buddhism. Derek is a Buddhist minister, activist, writer and retreat facilitator with a passion for weaving storytelling and humour into meditation. From co-founding peace initiatives, to working with Inuit organizations in Nunavut, and speaking at universities like Harvard and Yale, his work bridges social, ecological, and spiritual justice.
Saturday, August 29, SPA AGM
The church will host SPA’s AGM at 10 am
Sunday, August 30, 10:30 am – Speaker
Christopher House, O.C. Still With Us, Stories of HIV/AIDS and Dance in Canada As editor of Still With Us, Christopher will introduce this groundbreaking work, a reflection on the devastating impacts of HIV/AIDS on Canada’s dance world. At the heart of the book are the many dancers, choreographers and others lost to the disease, or living with the disease, along with their friends, family, lovers and other caregivers. Still With Us is both a moving tribute to the fallen and a call to action. Christopher is a choreographer, performer, educator, and sometime curator and editor. Born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, he worked with Toronto Dance Theatre from 1978-2020, the last twenty-six years as Artistic Director. His works have been performed in nineteen countries worldwide. A Member of the Order of Canada, he continues to dance, choreograph and teach across the country.
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.
