One Anothering
Encouraging Biblical Discipleship & Support
Biblical Christian fellowship and support is part of our core at Providence. We offer opportunities to join and engage with various small groups and resources designed to help you grow in your faith and overcome the struggles that we all face as believers. We’re committed to supporting every member our church family in any way we can. Browse our extensive list of church resources below.
Church Elder
Ron Henzel
- (Pictured Left)
- M.A. Biblical Studies, Wheaton College, 2002
- Former Middle School Teacher, Providence Christian School (2003-2009), Summit Christian School (2009-2011)
- Formerly Certified by the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors
- Ordained Ruling Elder, PCA, 2011
Church Elder
Frank Chihowski
- (Pictured Right)
- Former Executive Elder and Director of the Counseling Center, New Covenant Bible Church in St. Charles, IL (2016-2021)
- Certificate in Foundations of Biblical Counseling, Christian Counseling Education Foundation, Westminster Theological Seminary in Glenside, PA
- Ordained Ruling Elder, PCA, 2024
Additional Resource Contacts
For additional One Anothering resources and questions, please contact Colleen Shue at 239-994-7102.
Core Care
Worship
Elders (Shepherding Groups)
Deacons (Love in Action)
Connections Care
Sunday School
Covenant Kids
Xristos Youth
Young Adults
FLOCKS Groups
Senior Connection
Crisis Care
Crisis Care Teams
We can connect you with qualified church members who are able to assist you with specific “crisis care” needs you may have (grief/loss, marital, etc.). Contact Frank and/or Ron for assistance.
Counseling Oversight
In-House Pastoral Counseling Oversight
Providence Christian Church offers Biblical Counseling assistance to all of our church members. The first step is to contact Frank and/or Ron to discuss a “counseling triage” assessment plan that determines if in-house or outside referral services would be your most appropriate option.
Counseling Referrals
Summit Counseling
We are a church partner with the Summit Biblical Counseling Center.
Summit Church
19601 Ben Hill Griffin Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33913
239-481-0777
SummitBiblicalCounseling.com
Suicide Prevention
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, substance abuse disorder, mental health crises, or any other kind of emotional distress, help is available through the free Florida Lifeline. Call, text, or chat 988 to connect with trained counselors that listen, provide support, and connect you to resources.
Financial Counseling
Confidential financial counseling and coaching assistance is available to all of our church members and attendees. Please contact Frank or Ron via their information provided above, so we can provide you with a needs assessment in collaboration with Chick Shue, a Certified Financial Coach Master with Ramsey Solutions.
Career Counseling
Confidential career counseling is available to all of our church members and attendees. Please contact Frank so we can discuss your individual situation.
Biblical Counseling Resource Articles & Links
The Christian Counseling Education Foundation (CCEF) is our highly-recommended source for articles, podcasts, videos, books, and journals.
Learn more at ccef.org
Celebrate Recovery
A substance abuse and sexual addiction support ministry available through Grace Church.
Grace Church
2415 Grand Ave
Fort Myers, FL 33901
Visit egracechurch.com for more information about the ministry and meeting times.
Training & Exercises
Helping One Another Video Sessions
Elder Frank Chihowski teaches about how we can help our fellow brothers and sisters throughout our walks with Christ, accompanied by resources from “Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands” by Paul David Tripp. Click below to watch now.
Preventative Marriage Care
View instructions and discussion questions that help you invest in the preventative health of your relationship. Get started here.