Josh Thiessen - Teaching Pastor and Elder
Josh is a Nebraska native whose family came to the Gretna area in the 1860’s. Although Josh grew up in central Nebraska, he is excited to be back near the Thiessen homestead.
He came to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through the faithful teaching of his parents, is a graduate of The Master's Seminary (M.Div, Th.M.), and is currently pursuing his Ph.D from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife and four sons, and training their dogs.
Jay Bahl - Elder
Jay was born in Chicago and moved to Omaha in 1992. He was providentially raised in a Christian household and came to find Providence because of his parents.
He is eternally grateful for the gift of faith in the Lord Jesus and loves to serve Christ's church.
In his spare time he enjoys gardening and landscaping the home he and his wife, Susan, built, being a "lawn care nut", and trips to the dog park with Rizzo.
Matt Dwiggins - Elder
Matt faithfully leads our week “Studying Through the Scriptures” Sunday School class. He and his wife, Jenny, have four grown children and three beautiful granddaughters.
Joel Jansen - Elder
Joel has lived in Omaha for his whole life except for his college years spent in central Nebraska. He has worked in sales for the last 20+ years.
He was graciously raised in a Christian household and is eternally grateful that the Lord saved him out of the world and into His kingdom. He enjoys reading and spending time with his wife and three daughters.
Gordon Thiessen - Elder
Gordon grew up in Lincoln and was graciously saved in college. His radical conversion led to working in various ministries over the past 4 decades.
He has spent the last 12 years in Omaha and has been married to Terri for 44 years, is father to four children, and grandpa to 10 grandchildren.
Josh Sluiter - Assistant Pastor
Josh is an Iowa native and a graduate of The Master's University. He serves as youth pastor and leads the Providence music ministry.
He was raised in a Christian home, coming to Christ at a young age. He loves spending time with his wife and two children, and he is an avid sports fan.