Men’s Bible Study

At Providence, we believe that when men grow in faith, families are strengthened, the church flourishes, and communities are transformed.
Men on Mission is a growing network of opportunities designed to help men build authentic relationships, deepen their walk with Christ, and live out their faith in everyday life.

These gatherings are more than meetings—they are spaces for encouragement, accountability, spiritual growth, and practical discipleship.
Whether it’s through studying Scripture, engaging in prayer, discussing real-life challenges, or learning how to honor God through work and rest, there’s a place for every man to connect and grow.

 

Opportunities to Get Involved:

  1. South Side Men’s Bible Study

  • Leader: Rob Olinzok  (robertjolinzock@gmail.com)

  • Where: Rob Olinzok’s home:  3641 62nd Ave, Saugatuck, MI

  • When: Every other Wednesday night at 8:00 (Oct 1, 15, 29)

  • Who: Open to receive others – about 9 regular attendees

  • What: Currently studying Hebrews

2. Evening Men’s Bible Study

  • Leaders: David Bultman (David.t.bultman@gmail.com) and Steve DeLoof

  • Where: Providence Conference Room A

  • When: Every other Thursday night at 7:00 PM  (starts Oct 23)

  • Who: All men are welcome

  • What: Read through a book of the bible and discuss

 

3. Morning Men’s Bible Study

  • Leader: Pastor Dean (deans@providencechurch.net)

  • Where: Providence Library

  • When: Every other Thursday morning from 7:00 – 8:00 am

  • Who: All men are welcome

  • What: Often read through Christian books on topics / themes

4. 2084 Book Discussion / How a Christian is called to engage Tech/AI

Leader: Gene Klassen  (gakaasen@yahoo.com)

Where: Providence Library

When: dates coming soon

Who: All men are welcome

What: A study of John Lennonx’s book, 2084

 

5. 12.2 Accountability Group

  • Leader: Pastor Toby  (tobyg@providencechurch.net)

  • Where: Providence Conference room A

  • When:  Tuesday nights from 7:00 – 8:30 PM  (starts Oct 21)

  • Who: Men who need accountability and encouragement

  • What: A Christ-centered accountability group helping individuals pursue man holiness, integrity and wholeness

6. The Sabbath Way

  • Leader: Travis West – online zoom gathering

  • Where: Online / Zoom Link  

  • When: 4 Thursday nights in a row (Oct 23-Nov 13)  7:00 – 8:30 PM

  • Who: Anyone seeking to develop a Sabbath rhythm

*This would be great for the Providence family to engage.  Currently the staff is reading through this book. We hope to have Travis West join us in 2026 to help lead us in further conversation about developing individual / family sabbath rhythms.

 

7. Prayer Team

  • Leader: John Hutt

  • Where: Providence Library

  • When:  Tuesday nights at 6:30     

  • Who: Anyone looking to cover the congregation in prayer

8. Men’s Large Group Gatherings

  • Dates coming soon / this fall and winter

  • What: Gatherings to draw men together

  • Where: Locally – at Providence or location in Holland

 

9. Men’s weekend / retreat

  • Dates coming soon /  February or March

  • What: A men’s weekend

  • Where: To be determined