A new Busy Moms Bible Study starts Aug. 30 at Providence United Methodist Church and will be taught  on Wednesdays  from 9:30-11:30 a.m. All busy moms are welcome to drop the kids at the bus stop, preschool or childcare and come out for a four-week Max Lucado study, “Before Amen.” Class dates are Sept. 13 and 27; Oct. 11 and 25. Books are $16. For info or to sign up contact Joanna Hines or call the church, 770-719-8800.

The church will offer a men’s study led by Herb Flanders. In this inspiring call to something greater, Mark Batterson shares inspiring stories including the true story of the hero and martyr Polycarp, who first heard the voice from heaven say, “Play the man.” Mark couples those stories with practical ideas about how to disciple the next generation of men who will put God first, family second, and career third. Books are $18. To sign up, contact Leslie, or call the church, 770-719-8800.

Maria Wells will lead a five-week women’s study on the book of Ruth, “Five Habits of a Woman Who Doesn’t Quit.” The class meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Books are $14. To sign up, contact Leslie Lunsford, or call the church, 770-719-8800.

“Captivity to Eternity, Daniel, God’s Faithful Servant,”  written and led by Ron Clower will be held Wednesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. This study explores the life of the prophet, the book’s setting, stories, and foretastes of the future. Books are $15, ebooks are  $3.99.  to sign up: email Leslie Lunsford, llunsford@provumc.com.

Providence is at 592 Bernhard Road in south Fayette County. Call 770-719-8800 for more information.