Josh Thiessen - Teaching Pastor and Elder
Josh is a Nebraska native whose family came to the Gretna area in the 1860s. Although he grew up in central Nebraska, he is excited to be back near the homestead.
He came to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ through the faithful teaching of his parents and is a graduate of The Master's Seminary (M.Div, Th.M.). He enjoys spending time with his wife and four sons.
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.
Eternally grateful for the gift of faith in the Lord Jesus, Jay loves to serve Christ's church.
In his spare time he enjoys gardening and landscaping the home he & his wife Susan built, being a "lawn care nut", and trips to the dog park with Rizzo.
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 son and is an avid sports fan.