Church Camp
Wednesday to Saturday, August 19-22, 2026
Online Registrations
Open at NOON on...
May 5 - for 3 night bookings
May 7 - all bookings
May 5 - for 3 night bookings
May 7 - all bookings
Each day at camp has lots of free time and outdoor/indoor recreation options for all ages, plus a service with worship, ministry time and preaching from our guest speaker. We expect to be both refreshed and challenged as we respond to what God is doing in our hearts. Come ready to meet new people and reconnect with old friends!

AGENDA
Wednesday
3:00–7:00 pm Arrival/Check-in
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
Thursday
10:00–11:00 am Kidz Program/Adult Coffee
10:00 am Youth Activities
1:00–5:00 pm Group Activities & Free Time
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
10:00 am Youth Activities
1:00–5:00 pm Group Activities & Free Time
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
Friday
10:00–11:00 am Preschool Program/Family Soccer/Adult Coffee
10:00 am Youth Activities
1:00–5:00 pm Group Activities & Free Time
4:00 pm Water Baptism (Pre-Register)
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
10:00 am Youth Activities
1:00–5:00 pm Group Activities & Free Time
4:00 pm Water Baptism (Pre-Register)
6:30–7:00 pm Prayer
7:00–8:30 pm Evening Service & Kidz Rock
9:00–11:00 pm Evening Activities
Saturday
9:00–10:00 am Cabin Clean-Up
10:00 am Prayer
10:30–11:30am Morning Service & Kidz Rock
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Check Out
10:00 am Prayer
10:30–11:30am Morning Service & Kidz Rock
12:00–1:00 pm Lunch
1:30 pm Check Out

About Ian & Val Byrd
Ian and Val Byrd deeply love the LifeLinks International family of ministries, where Ian is the Team Leader and they provide oversight, input, and care to network churches and leaders.
The Byrds also speak internationally at ministry training schools and conferences with an engaging communication style, helping audiences receive and apply biblical truths. In 2019, Ian won a Book Excellence Award for his writing of Life is a Highway:
A Roadmap for Your Journey- a handbook for Christian discipleship and growth.
They live in Calgary, Canada, and have four sons, four beautiful daughters-in-law, and eleven very active grandchildren.
We're really excited to have them at Church Camp 2026!
The Byrds also speak internationally at ministry training schools and conferences with an engaging communication style, helping audiences receive and apply biblical truths. In 2019, Ian won a Book Excellence Award for his writing of Life is a Highway:
A Roadmap for Your Journey- a handbook for Christian discipleship and growth.
They live in Calgary, Canada, and have four sons, four beautiful daughters-in-law, and eleven very active grandchildren.
We're really excited to have them at Church Camp 2026!

Pastor Aubrey says...
Church camp is a great time to meet new people in a relaxed venue, enjoy
a great outdoor atmosphere with lots to do, and have a meaningful encounter with God along with your church family.
Join us this summer!
a great outdoor atmosphere with lots to do, and have a meaningful encounter with God along with your church family.
Join us this summer!
Activities
(registration required)
When you arrive at camp you will receive a schedule of group activities, including:
- Swimming Pool
- Volleyball & Family Soccer
- Tournaments
- Lawn Games
- Board Games, Scrabble Tournament
- Mini-Golf Tournament
- Morning Adult Coffee Time
- Bonfire, Late Night Swims & more!
For children ages 3 through those who have completed 4th grade.
Age-appropriate programs are offered for children in the morning and during the message portion of the evening services. Children will have exciting times discovering God’s Word in fun and relevant ways! Get ready for a great adventure! You must register for Church Camp to join in Kidz Rock
For youth who have completed 5th-12th grade.
Each year youth come out to camp and have a great time growing closer to God and participating in some crazy events! There is usually something happening for teens morning, noon and night, so make sure you grab the Threshold camp schedule.


Baptisms
Would you like to get baptized at camp?
Baptisms will take place Friday at 4:00 PM at the beach, and we’d love to celebrate this step in your faith journey with you!
Click the link below to register. If you’d like to learn more about what Baptism means, visit our web page.
Baptisms will take place Friday at 4:00 PM at the beach, and we’d love to celebrate this step in your faith journey with you!
Click the link below to register. If you’d like to learn more about what Baptism means, visit our web page.
Location
Manhattan Beach Retreat Centre (MBRC) is located on Pelican Lake in southwestern Manitoba, approximately two hours from Winnipeg. CLICK MAP FOR DIRECTIONS!
Amenities include:
Amenities include:
- Cabins, motels, tent & trailer sites
- Dining Hall (see prices below)
- Swimming pool
- Snack Shop
- Mini-golf, volleyball, basketball
- Lakefront & beach
- Dock & boat launch
Accommodations
- Motel Room - $105–$110 per night
- Cabins - $85–$180 per night
- Trailer sites - $42–$52 per night
- Tent Area (per tent) - $32 per night
Everyone staying overnight on the camp grounds must register. Some motels and cabins allow for your own meal preparation and most have private or shared bathrooms.
Day pass $10/day per family for guests attending for the day or staying in their own accommodations.
A non-refundable deposit of 25% is due when booking, balance due by July 27, 2026.
Dining Hall Meals
Meals include beverages and dessert.
PRE-PAID MEAL PLANS
Save by pre-ordering your meal plan before August 11, 2026. Book now, eat later!
3-Night Plan (9 meals) = $114 Wednesday supper through Saturday lunch
2-Night Plan (6 meals) = $76 Wednesday supper through Friday lunch or Thursday supper through Saturday lunch
Children ages 4–10 eat for half price (and must be accompanied by someone over 16 years old who also has a paid meal).
OR PAY AS YOU GO
Breakfast: $11.00
Lunch: $15.00
Supper: $20.00
Evening Snack: $ by item
PRE-PAID MEAL PLANS
Save by pre-ordering your meal plan before August 11, 2026. Book now, eat later!
3-Night Plan (9 meals) = $114 Wednesday supper through Saturday lunch
2-Night Plan (6 meals) = $76 Wednesday supper through Friday lunch or Thursday supper through Saturday lunch
Children ages 4–10 eat for half price (and must be accompanied by someone over 16 years old who also has a paid meal).
OR PAY AS YOU GO
Breakfast: $11.00
Lunch: $15.00
Supper: $20.00
Evening Snack: $ by item
2025 Talks
2024 Talks
2023 Talks
Lifestyle Evangelism Part 1 - Bruce Martin
Aug 9, 2023 • Guest Speaker
Lifestyle Evangelism Part 2 - Bruce Martin
Aug 10, 2023 • Guest Speaker
Life Sentence or Life Amazing - Bruce Martin
Aug 11, 2023 • Guest Speaker
Total Forgiveness - Bruce Martin
Aug 12, 2023 • Guest Speaker

