The Chapel is now in full swing for the 2026 Summer Season!
Holloway Memorial Chapel
Our Spiritual Path Begins - Join us to connect on a deeper level!
Holloway Memorial Chapel
Our Spiritual Path Begins - Join us to connect on a deeper level!
August 30th 2026 - SERVICE - Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson
Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson, Lead Pastor, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Buffalo, NY.
It is with great pleasure that we welcome Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson to join us at this week's Sunday Service.
The Reverend Doctor Jeffrey M. Wilson has been a pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) since July 2002. He served the majority of his ministry as part of the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Synod where he led three congregations: Redeemer – McLean, VA; Bethel – Manassas, VA; and St. John – Riverdale, MD. Pastor Jeff was called to serve Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in downtown Buffalo, NY in October 2023.
Pastor Jeff was raised in Orange, TX. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Computer Information Systems from Stephen F. Austin State University – Nacogdoches, TX. After working as a programmer for six years in Houston, TX, he began attending the Lutheran Seminary at Philadelphia (now United Lutheran Seminary) where he earned a Master of Divinity degree. In May 2012, he matriculated in the Doctor of Ministry program at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN, with a concentration in Congregational Mission and Leadership. He successfully defended his doctoral thesis in March 2017.
Pastor Jeff believes that faith is a part of every aspect of our lives. He enjoys cooking and experimenting with food, especially Mediterranean and Texas BBQ. His blog brings faith, food, and curiosity together at epicuriouslutheran.blog. He enjoys food, good music, good wine, and being outside. He has been a beekeeper since 2022. He has a daughter, Caroline, who lives in Northern Virginia, and a tuxedo cat named Gatsby.
It is with great pleasure that we welcome Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson to join us at this week’s Sunday Service.
Thank you so much Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Wilson!
Save the date - Food Drive - Labor Day Weekend
Dear Friends of the Chapel:
Once again, the Holloway Memorial Chapel will be sponsoring a food, toiletries and school supplies drive to benefit the many families that are assisted each month in the Ridgeway and Crystal Beach area through the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry in Crystal Beach.
Save the date for our Food and School Supplies Drive at our Chapel on Saturday September 5th and Sunday September 6th this Labor Day weekend.
Saturday, September 5th, 9:30am – noon
Sunday, September 6th, 9:30am - noon
We have been very blessed in the past to have been able to contribute to our community in such a special way.
Let’s help local families in need with food and supplies!
Chapel Board Meeting Saturday, September 12th! to be held at the "Buffalo Canoe Club" in the Abino Room 4475 Erie Road Fort Erie, ON All are welcome to attend 9:00am
Weddings, Baptisms & Memorials at Holloway Memorial Chapel
Holloway Memorial Chapel, a cherished landmark with 132 years of history, continues to serve the community as a vibrant and beautiful space for various celebrations. This meticulously preserved chapel, on Abino Bay near the ‘scenic shores of Lake Erie’, offers an atmosphere rich in old-world charm and tranquility, making it a perfect setting for Sunday Services from Father’s Day through Labour Day.
Open to all, the chapel provides an interdenominational space that welcomes everyone. It is an ideal venue for significant life events, including baptisms, engagement proposals, elopements, marriage ceremonies, vow renewals, and Celebration of Life events.
Nestled among lush greenery and vibrant gardens along the scenic shores of Lake Erie, Holloway Memorial Chapel offers an enchanting backdrop for your unforgettable moments. The historical significance of the chapel adds depth and meaning to any celebration, inviting you to become part of its ongoing narrative.
For those seeking a unique and meaningful venue to celebrate their love and life’s milestones, Holloway Memorial Chapel stands as a timeless choice.
For more information, available dates and costs, please contact us via the Information Request Form in the 'Contact Us Section' on our website; send an email to hollowaymemorialchapel1@gmail.com or; contact our Weddings, Baptisms and Memorials Director, Carolyn Miller at 905-834-4036.Our mission is to spread the message of peace and love through the teachings of Holloway Memorial Chapel. We believe in the power of faith and strive to create a community that fosters spiritual growth.
About Our Chapel
Chapel History
Chapel History
Chapel History
The Holloway Memorial Chapel was founded in 1894 in honor of Issac and Mary Ann Holloway. Through the years it has welcomed residents and visitors to the Ridgeway Ontario area to participate in Sunday Services throughout the summer season.
Our Mission
Chapel History
Chapel History
Our mission is to bring together an inter-denominational worship community through praise, proclamation, music, teaching and sharing. We welcome freedom of thought and opinion to all who enter. We believe the experience of loving fellowship will bring joy and peace to each person's spiritual journey.
Sunday Services
Weddings and Events
Weddings and Events
Sunday Services are held at 10:00 AM throughout the summer months. Please see the Calendar Page for the 2026 Schedule and Speaker Names.
Weddings and Events
Weddings and Events
Weddings and Events
Through the years the Chapel has been a special place to hold weddings, baptisms, memorial services and other similar events.