Our Leadership
Providence Church is a congregational church that is led by a plurality of elders (also called pastors). This means that under the Lordship of Jesus, the authority of this church rests in her gathered members. The members are led by multiple pastors/elders who are chosen for that office by the members. The Scriptures also direct us to choose deacons to help meet the needs of our church. See our Confession of Faith (Chapter 26, paragraphs 7-11) for more information.
Michael Brady
Pastor
Michael grew up in Brazoria, Texas, a small town south of Houston. At a young age, he was invited to church by a friend from school and came to faith in Christ. He and his lovely wife Nina have four children: Taelor, M.D., Molly, and John. Michael studied music theory at Houston Baptist University and received his Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Michael has been serving in professional ministry for almost 20 years. He was ordained as a minister of the gospel at Houston’s First Baptist Church and also served on staff at Grace Bible Church Houston before being sent out to plant Providence. Michael enjoys playing music, talking theology, and spending time on the patio with friends.
L.J. Decker
Pastor
L.J. was born and raised in the Houston area and has lived in Katy for most of his life. He was raised in a Christian home and professed faith at an early age. He and his wife Kristen are raising seven beautiful children: Danny, Franky, Gideon, Jacqueline, Reagan, Emma, and Molly. L.J. studied political science and economics from Texas A&M University. After graduating, he moved to Washington D.C. to earn a Juris Doctorate from Georgetown University Law Center. L.J. is passionate about orphan care and Christian education. He is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity from International Reformed Baptist Seminary and was ordained to gospel ministry at Providence Church in December 2024. In his free time, he enjoys discussing politics, reading, and long road trips.