our Ministers

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  • Benjamin neeley

    preaching minister



    Benjamin joined Glenwood Church as the Preaching Minister in October of 2020. He has been preaching since he was 22 – first, as an associate minister in Texarkana for two years, then as the Preaching Minister in Teague, TX for five years, and, most recently, as the Preaching Minister in Mineral Springs, AR.


    Benjamin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Bible and Preaching from Harding University. He enjoys time with his family and loves friendly competition with others, whether playing basketball, tennis, golf, or cards. Benjamin is married to his best friend and favorite person, Rachel Neeley. Together they have three fantastic kids.


    Benjamin is passionate about preaching within the context of the local church. He works hard to get to know the congregation in order to understand the people who are hearing the Gospel each Sunday.

  • Johnny bond

    community minister


    Johnny joined Glenwood Church as the Community Minister in January 2021. Johnny is a 2005 graduate of Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls with a Bachelors of Applied Arts and Sciences, and of Sunset International Bible Institute in June of 2007 with a Bachelors of Biblical Studies. He has served in full time ministry since 2007 in San Jose, CA, Wichita Falls, and Bastrop, TX.


    Johnny is married to Dawn, and they enjoy the empty nest now that their children, Dalton and Rebekah, have launched into their adult lives. Johnny and Dawn enjoy reading, hiking, and mountain vacations. Johnny enjoys basketball, volleyball, roller skating, and playing golf poorly.


    Johnny describes himself as a knucklehead called to ministry. He enjoys the personal discussions that lead to opportunities to speak of the love of Christ. 


Support Staff

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  • MARJORIE HOLLINGSWORTH

    facilities manager

    Marjorie moved to Tyler and started attending Glenwood in the summer of 1990 with her parents. She currently sings on the Praise Team and is a part of the Missions Committee. Marjorie is also a Graphic Designer and engraver, and enjoys creating custom designs and new pieces of artwork. She is an avid collector of Asian Art and sculptures and loves reading up on ancient history. She and her husband, Marvin, have one son. They love spending time with each other, taking care of their horses and dogs, and working on various projects together.


  • Connie Shreder

    administrative assistant


    Connie was born in Dallas and has lived in Tyler since 1981. She has a daughter, a son, and three grandchildren. She enjoys gardening, crafting, birdwatching and cooking, and always has multiple activities going on. She enjoys spending time with her teacup poodle, which she calls her therapy dog. Her motto is, “What does not kill you only makes you stronger.”