Lester Holland

Pastor Lester Holland serves as the Senior Pastor of Vessel Church in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and is the founder of Lester Holland Ministries. Known for his clear and practical teaching of the Word of Faith, he has a heart to see people grow in their understanding of God’s Word and step into the fullness of their identity in Christ. His ministry emphasizes guiding believers from the basic truths of Scripture into deeper spiritual maturity, equipping them to live out God’s purpose with confidence.

Over the years, Pastor Lester has faithfully served in ministry, spending 17 years at Rhema North where he also took up the role of Zone Pastor for 4 years under Ps. Ray McCauley. He also lectured at Rhema Bible Training Centre, imparting Biblical truths to future leaders. For nine years, his voice also reached thousands on Radio Kofifi 97.2, where his weekly teachings brought hope, healing and restoration.

Away from the pulpit, Pastor Lester is a devoted husband to his wife Pastor Lorna, with whom he will celebrate 30 years of marriage this December. He is also a father to two sons, Caleb and Joshua, both of whom are actively involved in ministry.