Campers Church
The Oliphant Campers Church was established in the summer of 1906. It has operated continuously since that time as an interdenominational ecumenically based seasonal meeting place for worship and fellowship during the months of July and August. The church has served, over the years, as a centre for spiritual fellowship, a form of “community centre” for the residents, both in the summer and at other times. It has also served each year as the planning centre for the Oliphant Campers’ Association for its annual Regatta activities and storage for Regatta trophies / memorabilia.
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WHEN Sundays at 10am (July and August only)
WHERE Church Street, Oliphant (just past the flag poles!) Fun and casual welcome to all ages and families |
The Oliphant Campers’ Church was honoured recently with the Town of South Bruce Peninsula 2026 Heritage Award. Pictured are (left to right) Councillor Paul Deacon, Councillor Kathy Durst, Deputy Mayor Caleb Hull, OCC Board Chair Andrew Brown, OCC Worship Coordinator Mary Brough, OCC Board Vice Chair Fred Gildner, Councillor Terry Bell, Mayor Jay Kirkland. The Oliphant Campers’ Church is celebrating its 120th anniversary this year.
We are so fortunate to have you as members of the Oliphant Campers’ Church community and we always welcome new members to our congregation. Dress is summer casual and children are most welcome! Thank you for your support and continued/upcoming participation. We are happy to provide congregants like you with programs and events that lift us up and remind us of the importance of having a giving spirit.
We are looking forward to spreading the Word in our upcoming summer worship services. The 2026 summer schedule is as follows:
Sunday July 5 - Father Mark Curtis
Sunday July 12 - Chaplain Ryan Moore, USA Africa Mercy Ship
Sunday July 19 - Father Mark Curtis
Sunday July 26 - Sue Carlton, Lay Worship Leader
Sunday August 2 - Rev. Michael Brooks - this is our Heritage Celebration - 120 years! We will celebrate with cake and lemonade following the service.)
Sunday August 9 - Rev. Duncan Nichol
Sunday August 16 - Father Mark Curtis
Sunday August 23 - Rev. Ed Laksmanis
Sunday August 30 - Father Mark Curtis
SUMMER CONCERTS:
Music on the Bruce is excited to return to Oliphant Campers Church on Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 7:00pm. Admission is free; donations are greatly appreciated!
Please visit www.musiconthebruce.com for more details, and to see the full 2026 Festival Schedule.
The church is also available for weddings and other ceremonies in July and August.
The Oliphant Campers’ Church is proud to sponsor the Rev. Robert Scoon Scholarship in memory of the Anglican minister, and Cranberry Island cottager, who preached here for many summers. The scholarship is awarded annually to deserving post-secondary students, majoring in a field where service to people is predominant (Social Services, Education, Religious Studies, Cultural Arts).
EXECUTIVE BOARD
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