Staff & Board of Directors

A Bio from Rob Settle

God has allowed Rob to have a broad spectrum of experience that makes him especially suited for his current executive director position.  Rob has his seminary degree in Theological Studies from Columbia International University, which has equipped him to serve 12 years in Christian education and 17 years in the pastorate.  He also has a Criminal Justice degree and spent 7 years in police work.  Therefore, his background in “law” and “grace” suits him well for his current role. He and his wife, Sally, attend Hope Church, where he serves as an elder.  His genuine love for the resident men is evident in all he does.

2 Chronicles 16:9a  For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.

A Bio from Christy Cox

Christy Cox currently serves as the Developmental Director of Providence Home. She has three decades of experience in communications, working as a television reporter and then in government, at the state and federal levels, including at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, Canada. She has been a special advisor at the Nelson Mullins law firm since 2009. Christy started two businesses that she uses to honor Christ, and God has taken her on a journey from “chasing success to finding significance” that ultimately led her to Providence Home. She and her husband, Tobe, are parents to William, a member of the South Carolina National Guard and 2022 graduate of Clemson University, and Reagan, who is finishing up her degree in business at Columbia International University.  They are members of Covenant Baptist Church in West Columbia.

Daniel 3:18 But even if He doesn’t, we want to make it clear to you, Your Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up.

A Bio from Mark Davis

After a successful business career, Mark felt the Lord calling him into ministry.  Originally from Georgia, in 2004 and at the tender age of 36, Mark moved with his wife and two small children to South Carolina so he could pursue a degree in Biblical education from Columbia International University.

In 2008, Mark graduated from CIU with a B.S. in Family and Church Education Bible.

For nearly a decade now, Mark’s passion has been serving the city’s homeless community.  Mark’s desire is to work with men in need of the Savior, helping them to understand God’s true love for them.

In May 2022, Mark took over as Program Director here at Providence Home. 

Mark has been married to the beautiful Charlene for 30 years and they have two adult children, Alex and Jacob, and one absolutely perfect grandson, Jase.

He is known to annoy South Carolina fans with his avid love for the Georgia Bulldogs.

He and Charlene attend Grace Life Church in Northeast Columbia.

Favorite Bible Verse:  Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

A Bio from Ron Smith

Ron comes to Providence Home bringing a diversity of education and experience to our team. After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1991, his primary career was as a leader in administration with the Georgia Department of Corrections, with specific experience in human resources management and database administration.  Life began to change drastically in the late 90s when he answered the Lord’s calling into ministry.

Ron graduated from seminary at Liberty University in 2000. After service as an associate pastor, Ron fulfilled a dream of planting a new church for the glory of God.  Through this, he gained rich experience in the preaching and teaching of Scripture, pastoral care and counseling, financial budgeting and management, and future planning and development. Under Ron’s leadership and by God’s grace, the church grew abundantly.  

Ron’s shepherd’s heart and desire to point others to Jesus has always been at the core of his calling. Over the past five years, the Lord has been opening new doors for Ron to minister to the homeless, and to those seeking recovery from addiction, as well as to the formerly incarcerated.  Ron is excited to bring his diverse ministerial background and experience in social services and case management to the table at Providence Home.  

Ron is currently a member of Northside Baptist Church in Lexington, SC.

Favorite Bible Verse(s):

“And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow Him. Let your roots grow down into Him, and let your lives be built on Him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7; NLT)

A Bio from Carleen Edmonds Smoak

Carleen enjoyed more than 35 years in the legal profession serving as an administrative assistant specializing in real estate, estate planning and corporate law; managing trust accounts, overseeing the real estate department and working as a title insurance underwriter before starting her work at Providence Home in 2020. Serving as office manager, Carleen has numerous responsibilities overseeing budgetary and administrative operations.

While Carleen is a gifted bookkeeper and administrator, it is her deep love for Jesus Christ that shines through in her work.  She is a true prayer warrior – devoting much time and attention to the ministry’s resident men, fortifying them continually by praying with them and for them.

Originally from upstate New York, she moved to South Carolina in 1983 and began her career as a certified fitness trainer and continues to enjoy that work parttime. She is currently employed at the Columbia YMCA and at Fit Columbia as needed.

Carleen has a passion for healthy living and an active lifestyle. She is an avid tennis player, loves the outdoors and camping, and spending time with family and friends.

She is wife to Allen and they enjoy a large blended family.  She is the mother of two amazing adult daughters, and thinks her beloved grandson, Charlie, hung the moon!

The Smoaks are members of Sandy Level Baptist Church in Blythewood.

Favorite Bible Verse:  

The joy of the Lord is my strength! Nehemiah 8:10

A Bio from Caitlin Bonesteel

Caitlin has spent most of her life in Lexington, SC. She earned her B.S. in Communications and Bible from Columbia International University and has spent her career working in management, website development, and sales. She met her husband, Chadd, at CIU and they have two wonderful children, Parker and Grayson.  Caitlin and Chadd started their company, Southern Ink, in 2019 serving businesses throughout the Midlands.

While Caitlin spends most of her time being a mom and a teacher, she has always had a passion for marketing and communications. As assistant development director, she is excited to use her God-given gifts to serve Providence Home and raise awareness for the ministry in which God has placed her.

The Bonesteels are members of Radius Church, Lexington.

A Bio from Steven Stevenson

Steven came to Providence Home on August 6, 2018 due to changes in his previous living situation involving a devastating experience.  Thankfully, having been involved in Celebrate Recovery for many years, he had the tools to get him through this traumatic time.  Steven recalls it was a time to get back to putting his focus on God.  He knows that God had a plan and purpose for him being at Providence Home.  Steven joined the staff of Providence Home in 2019 to assist residents during intake and regarding their steps to progress.  His goal is to help other resident men realize their potential and God’s purpose for their life.

Proverbs 18:10 The name of the Lord is a strong tower;
    the righteous man runs into it and is safe.  

A Bio from Rob Settle

God has allowed Rob to have a broad spectrum of experience that makes him especially suited for his current executive director position.  Rob has his seminary degree in Theological Studies from Columbia International University, which has equipped him to serve 12 years in Christian education and 17 years in the pastorate.  He also has a Criminal Justice degree and spent 7 years in police work.  Therefore, his background in “law” and “grace” suits him well for his current role. He and his wife, Sally, attend Hope Church, where he serves as an elder.  His genuine love for the resident men is evident in all he does.

2 Chronicles 16:9a  For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.

A Bio from Christy Cox

Christy Cox currently serves as the Developmental Director of Providence Home. She has three decades of experience in communications, working as a television reporter and then in government, at the state and federal levels, including at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, Canada. She has been a special advisor at the Nelson Mullins law firm since 2009. Christy started two businesses that she uses to honor Christ, and God has taken her on a journey from “chasing success to finding significance” that ultimately led her to Providence Home. She and her husband, Tobe, are parents to William, a member of the South Carolina National Guard and 2022 graduate of Clemson University, and Reagan, who is finishing up her degree in business at Columbia International University.  They are members of Covenant Baptist Church in West Columbia.

Daniel 3:18 But even if He doesn’t, we want to make it clear to you, Your Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up.

A Bio from Mark Davis

After a successful business career, Mark felt the Lord calling him into ministry.  Originally from Georgia, in 2004 and at the tender age of 36, Mark moved with his wife and two small children to South Carolina so he could pursue a degree in Biblical education from Columbia International University.

In 2008, Mark graduated from CIU with a B.S. in Family and Church Education Bible.

For nearly a decade now, Mark’s passion has been serving the city’s homeless community.  Mark’s desire is to work with men in need of the Savior, helping them to understand God’s true love for them.

In May 2022, Mark took over as Program Director here at Providence Home. 

Mark has been married to the beautiful Charlene for 30 years and they have two adult children, Alex and Jacob, and one absolutely perfect grandson, Jase.

He is known to annoy South Carolina fans with his avid love for the Georgia Bulldogs.

He and Charlene attend Grace Life Church in Northeast Columbia.

Favorite Bible Verse:  Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.

A Bio from Ron Smith

Ron comes to Providence Home bringing a diversity of education and experience to our team. After earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1991, his primary career was as a leader in administration with the Georgia Department of Corrections, with specific experience in human resources management and database administration.  Life began to change drastically in the late 90s when he answered the Lord’s calling into ministry.

Ron graduated from seminary at Liberty University in 2000. After service as an associate pastor, Ron fulfilled a dream of planting a new church for the glory of God.  Through this, he gained rich experience in the preaching and teaching of Scripture, pastoral care and counseling, financial budgeting and management, and future planning and development. Under Ron’s leadership and by God’s grace, the church grew abundantly.  

Ron’s shepherd’s heart and desire to point others to Jesus has always been at the core of his calling. Over the past five years, the Lord has been opening new doors for Ron to minister to the homeless, and to those seeking recovery from addiction, as well as to the formerly incarcerated.  Ron is excited to bring his diverse ministerial background and experience in social services and case management to the table at Providence Home.  

Ron is currently a member of Northside Baptist Church in Lexington, SC.

Favorite Bible Verse(s):

“And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow Him. Let your roots grow down into Him, and let your lives be built on Him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7; NLT)

A Bio from Carleen Edmonds Smoak

Carleen enjoyed more than 35 years in the legal profession serving as an administrative assistant specializing in real estate, estate planning and corporate law; managing trust accounts, overseeing the real estate department and working as a title insurance underwriter before starting her work at Providence Home in 2020. Serving as office manager, Carleen has numerous responsibilities overseeing budgetary and administrative operations.

While Carleen is a gifted bookkeeper and administrator, it is her deep love for Jesus Christ that shines through in her work.  She is a true prayer warrior – devoting much time and attention to the ministry’s resident men, fortifying them continually by praying with them and for them.

Originally from upstate New York, she moved to South Carolina in 1983 and began her career as a certified fitness trainer and continues to enjoy that work parttime. She is currently employed at the Columbia YMCA and at Fit Columbia as needed.

Carleen has a passion for healthy living and an active lifestyle. She is an avid tennis player, loves the outdoors and camping, and spending time with family and friends.

She is wife to Allen and they enjoy a large blended family.  She is the mother of two amazing adult daughters, and thinks her beloved grandson, Charlie, hung the moon!

The Smoaks are members of Sandy Level Baptist Church in Blythewood.

Favorite Bible Verse:  

The joy of the Lord is my strength! Nehemiah 8:10

A Bio from Caitlin Bonesteel

Caitlin has spent most of her life in Lexington, SC. She earned her B.S. in Communications and Bible from Columbia International University and has spent her career working in management, website development, and sales. She met her husband, Chadd, at CIU and they have two wonderful children, Parker and Grayson.  Caitlin and Chadd started their company, Southern Ink, in 2019 serving businesses throughout the Midlands.

While Caitlin spends most of her time being a mom and a teacher, she has always had a passion for marketing and communications. As assistant development director, she is excited to use her God-given gifts to serve Providence Home and raise awareness for the ministry in which God has placed her.

The Bonesteels are members of Radius Church, Lexington.

A Bio from William Brumbach

Will Brumbach is an attorney who holds the Labor Relations Manager position at Dominion Energy, Inc.  As a dedicated board member Will has shared his expertise on many occasions to assist Providence Home.  He loves camping with his daughters, Amelia and Claire.  They attend Shandon United Methodist Church and serve meals regularly to residents on campus. 

A Bio from Hal Stevenson

Born in Rock Hill, Mr. Stevenson graduated from Wofford College in 1981. After developing billboard sites across the country with his wife Diana, they established what is now known as Grace Outdoor Advertising in Columbia in 1987. Grace manages over 300 billboard displays in the Carolinas and Georgia, including 35 digital billboards.  Active for many years in business, political, civic, and Christian organizations, Hal currently serves on the boards of the Outdoor Advertising Association of South Carolina, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and the Vista Guild, Columbia’s premier art and entertainment district. He is a past president of the Columbia Rotary Club and former chairman of the SC Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council. He recently rotated off the board of the Greater Columbia Community Relations Council where he served for 10 years. Many people would be surprised to know that in 1996 and 2000, he ran the presidential campaign for Alan Keyes in South Carolina.  Hal and Diana, a Columbia native and USC graduate, also have 5 children (Alex, Hannah, Noelle, Grace, and Jacob) one grandson (Calvin) with 2 more on the way! The Stevenson’s are founding members of River City Chapel, an independent church plant that meets at the SC State Museum, where Hal serves on the leadership council. Hal’s hobbies include playing golf and tennis, learning Spanish and Guitar, and spending time with family and friends.  

A Bio from Reggie Boan

Reggie Boan has been an active member of Gateway Baptist Church for some 30 years, serving on and chairing various committees.  He brings his longtime experience and expertise as a public accountant and financial advisor to our Providence Home Board where he currently serves as our treasurer.  Married to Janet since 1979, the Boans feel richly blessed by their two adult daughters and the gift of health.  They enjoy traveling together.  Reggie, an avid walking-running enthusiast, has completed several half marathons with their daughters.

2 Timothy 3:16-17

A Bio from Beth Atwater

Beth Atwater is a founding partner of Atwater and Associates and has practiced law in public service at the federal and state levels. She has a special focus on charter schools and extensive experience in state government, having worked for the Office of the SC Attorney General and for the SC Speaker of the House.  A devoted wife to Todd and mom to Caroline, a 2021 graduate of Furman University who is teaching in Arizona, and Jim, a junior attending Clemson University who is also a graduate of the prestigious South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, Beth is known as a fierce prayer warrior totally devoted to Jesus.  The Atwaters are longtime members of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia. 

A Bio from William Brumbach

Will Brumbach is an attorney who holds the Labor Relations Manager position at Dominion Energy, Inc.  As a dedicated board member Will has shared his expertise on many occasions to assist Providence Home.  He loves camping with his daughters, Amelia and Claire.  They attend Shandon United Methodist Church and serve meals regularly to residents on campus. 

A Bio from Hal Stevenson

Born in Rock Hill, Mr. Stevenson graduated from Wofford College in 1981. After developing billboard sites across the country with his wife Diana, they established what is now known as Grace Outdoor Advertising in Columbia in 1987. Grace manages over 300 billboard displays in the Carolinas and Georgia, including 35 digital billboards.  Active for many years in business, political, civic, and Christian organizations, Hal currently serves on the boards of the Outdoor Advertising Association of South Carolina, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and the Vista Guild, Columbia’s premier art and entertainment district. He is a past president of the Columbia Rotary Club and former chairman of the SC Chamber of Commerce Small Business Council. He recently rotated off the board of the Greater Columbia Community Relations Council where he served for 10 years. Many people would be surprised to know that in 1996 and 2000, he ran the presidential campaign for Alan Keyes in South Carolina.  Hal and Diana, a Columbia native and USC graduate, also have 5 children (Alex, Hannah, Noelle, Grace, and Jacob) one grandson (Calvin) with 2 more on the way! The Stevenson’s are founding members of River City Chapel, an independent church plant that meets at the SC State Museum, where Hal serves on the leadership council. Hal’s hobbies include playing golf and tennis, learning Spanish and Guitar, and spending time with family and friends.  

A Bio from Reggie Boan

Reggie Boan has been an active member of Gateway Baptist Church for some 30 years, serving on and chairing various committees.  He brings his longtime experience and expertise as a public accountant and financial advisor to our Providence Home Board where he currently serves as our treasurer.  Married to Janet since 1979, the Boans feel richly blessed by their two adult daughters and the gift of health.  They enjoy traveling together.  Reggie, an avid walking-running enthusiast, has completed several half marathons with their daughters.

2 Timothy 3:16-17

A Bio from Beth Atwater

Beth Atwater is a founding partner of Atwater and Associates and has practiced law in public service at the federal and state levels. She has a special focus on charter schools and extensive experience in state government, having worked for the Office of the SC Attorney General and for the SC Speaker of the House.  A devoted wife to Todd and mom to Caroline, a 2021 graduate of Furman University who is teaching in Arizona, and Jim, a junior attending Clemson University who is also a graduate of the prestigious South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics, Beth is known as a fierce prayer warrior totally devoted to Jesus.  The Atwaters are longtime members of First Presbyterian Church in Columbia.