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February 23, 2021

Hope Mini Series

This short sermon series was preached at Emmanuel Church, Port Elizabeth in the year 2013, during the time Glenn was rector of the church. Our Christian Hope Romans 8:18-25 Audio Sermon: The Patience of Hope Habakkuk 1:1 – 3:19 Audio…

February 19, 2021

Take Your Stand

Take Your Stand Ephesians 6:10-24 This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Church Port Elizabeth in 2013, based on the passage Ephesians 6:10-24, during the time Glenn was rector of the church. Audio Sermon:

February 16, 2021

The Book of Jonah Series

This sermon series was preached at Emmanuel Church, Port Elizabeth in 2013, during the time Glenn was rector of the church. Our Gracious, Global God Jonah 1:1-16 Audio Sermon: Our Gracious, Forgiving God Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 Audio Sermon: Our…

November 15, 2020

We Need a Friend

We Need a Friend Matthew 9:9 – 13 This sermon was preached at Christ Church Tygerberg on 15 November 2020. Video Sermon: Audio Sermon:

October 4, 2020

Our God Reigns

Our God Reigns Isaiah 6:1-13 This sermon was preached at Tokai Community Church on the 4 October 2020 based on the passage Isaiah 6:1-13. A short interview with Glenn Lyons is included in this video where he describes a little…

September 29, 2020

What stirs my heart to follow Jesus

What stirs my heart to follow Jesus Philippians 1:6 This short devotional was posted 29 September 2020 by Christ Church Pietermaritzburg. Glenn shares how he holds on to this promise as his confidence that God will continue and complete His…

July 26, 2020

Certainty in light of tomorrow (3)- Series: God in a time of Corona

Certainty in Light of Tomorrow Series: God in a Time of Corona Mark 5:21-43 This sermon is part three of the God in a Time of Corona sermon series and was preached at Christ Church Umhlanga on the 26 July…

July 19, 2020

A Word from the Master Builder

A Word from the Master Builder Matthew 16:13-20 This sermon was preached at Christ Church Tygerberg on the 26 Sept 2015 based on the passage Matthew 16:13-20.

July 19, 2020

Discovering Great Faith

Discovering Great Faith Matthew 8:5-13 This sermon was preached at Christ Church Tygerberg on the 27 Sept 2015 based on the passage Matthew 8:5-13.

July 19, 2020

Peace in a time of anxiety (2)-Series: God in a time of Corona

Peace in a Time of Anxiety Series: God in a Time of Corona Mark 5:1-20 This sermon is part two of the God in a Time of Corona sermon series and was preached at Christ Church Umhlanga on 19 July…

July 12, 2020

End Times Living

End Times Living 1 Peter 4:7-11 This sermon was preached at St Matthews Table View on the 12 July 2020 based on the passage 1 Peter 4:7-11. Video Sermon: Audio Sermon:

July 12, 2020

Security in a Time of Fear (1)-Series: God in a Time of Corona

Security in a Time of Fear Series: God in a Time of Corona Mark 4:35-41 This sermon is part one of the God in a Time of Corona sermon series and was preached at Christ Church Umhlanga on the 12…

July 5, 2020

The Time is Now

The Time is Now John 5:1-18 This sermon was preached at Christ Church Midrand on the 5 July 2020 based on the passage John 5:1-18. Watch the Video: Listen to the Audio:

May 10, 2020

Standing Together Apart

Standing Together Apart Philippians 1:27-30 This sermon was preached at Christ Church George on the 10 May 2020 based on the passage Philippians 1:27-30. Video Sermon: Audio Sermon:

April 26, 2020

King Over All Kings

King Over All Kings Daniel 5:1-12 This sermon was preached at Emmanuel Church Port Elizabeth on the 26 April 2020 based on the passage Daniel 5:1-12. Video Sermon: Audio Sermon:

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December 4, 2020

Our God Reigns – Isaiah Session 3

Our God Reigns Isaiah Session 3 Isaiah 6:1-13 This sermon is part of the Book of Isaiah sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series. Watch…

November 11, 2020

A Just Judgement on the Unjust – Isaiah Session 2

A Just Judgement on the Unjust Isaiah Session 2 Isaiah 5:1-7 This sermon is part of the Book of Isaiah sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to…

October 29, 2020

A Word to Rebels – Isaiah Session 1

A Word to Rebels Isaiah Session 1 Isaiah 1:1 – 2:5 This sermon is part of the Book of Isaiah sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to…

October 22, 2020

Introducing Isaiah – Intro to Isaiah Series

Introducing Isaiah This sermon is part of the Book of Isaiah sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series. Watch the Video: Listen to the Audio:…

September 9, 2020

A Call To Community (II) – Hebrews Session 22

A Call To Community (II) Hebrews Session 22 Hebrews 13:7-25 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

September 4, 2020

A Call to Community (I) – Hebrews Session 21

A Call to Community (I) Hebrews Session 21 Hebrews 13:1-6 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

August 22, 2020

A Call to True Holiness – Hebrews Session 20

A Call to True Holiness Hebrews Session 20 Hebrews 12:14-29 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

August 14, 2020

A Call to Disciplined Faith – Hebrews Session 19

A Call to Disciplined Faith Hebrews Session 19 Hebrews 12:4-13 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

August 7, 2020

A Call to Persevering Faith – Hebrews Session 18

A Call to Persevering Faith Hebrews Session 18 Hebrews 12:1-3 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

July 22, 2020

Faith to the Finish (II) – Hebrews Session 17

Faith to the Finish (II) Hebrews Session 17 Hebrews 11:17-40 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

July 17, 2020

Faith to the Finish (I) – Hebrews Session 16

Faith to the Finish (I) Hebrews Session 16 Hebrews 11:1-16 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon…

July 8, 2020

The Importance of Perseverance – Hebrews Session 15

The Importance of Perseverance Hebrews Session 15 Hebrews 10:26-39 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series.…

June 11, 2020

A Better Response – Hebrews Session 14

A Better Response Hebrews Session 14 Hebrews 10:19-25 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series. Watch…

June 4, 2020

A Better Sacrifice – Hebrews Session 13

A Better Sacrifice Hebrews Session 13 Hebrews 10:1-18 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series. Watch…

May 28, 2020

A Better Mediator – Hebrews Session 12

A Better Mediator Hebrews Session 12 Hebrews 9:1-28 This sermon is part of the Book of Hebrews sermon series and was preached as part of the Wednesday Life Group sessions. For more in this series go to Sermon Series. Watch…

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Latest Blogs and News from the desk of the PB

February 5, 2021

February 2021 Newsletter

February Newsletter 2021 Greetings Fellow Workers These many months of COVID related regulations are certainly testing us all. No doubt we are all feeling weary and are even perhaps unaware of how much toll the stress has taken on us…

January 19, 2021

January 2021 Newsletter

January Newsletter 2021 Greetings Fellow Workers / Sanibonane Bazalwane As expected, 2021 begins in just as turbulent and uncertain a vein as 2020 left us. Our world endures changing seasons of leadership, conflict and COVID19 strains. It’s not always possible…

December 22, 2020

A Christmas Message from the PB

A Christmas Message from the PB https://presidingbishop.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/A-Christmas-Message-from-the-PB.mp4 FREE eBOOK OFFER! Get your copy of a FREE Christmas eBook, An Uncommon King, by Bishop Frank Retief You can either download the PDF version, or request an eBook version via email. Please…

December 16, 2020

Reconciliation Day

Reconciliation Day Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old hasgone, the new has come! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himselfthrough Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God wasreconciling the world to…

December 15, 2020

December 2020 Newsletter

December Newsletter 2020 Dear Fellow Workers It may well be the case, over this advent season, that our entire world is looking forward to the same event. Of course, it is not the coming of Christ, but rather a vaccination…

August 20, 2020

An August update from the Presiding Bishop

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Glenn Lyons

Glenn Lyons was born and grew up in Cape Town. His family background is a rich mix of both Scottish and Jewish heritage. Glenn came to Christ along with his fiance Sandy in 1993 while attending pre-marriage classes at St.James Church Kenilworth.
After completing his BTh (Hons) at George Whitefield College, Glenn became pastor of Emmanuel Church, Port Elizabeth. He served as Rector from 2000 to 2015 when he was elected as Presiding Bishop of REACH-SA.
Glenn was a pilot and paramedic but nowadays enjoys more relaxed activities like exploring old bookshops and taking long walks. He also enjoys the occasional hack through the local golf course. Glenn and Sandra have two children, Jesse and Joseph.