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In this special Easter episode of The Defender Podcast, Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton reflect on the significance of Holy Week amidst their own family traditions and memories. Through these anecdotes, they underscore the central message of Easter—the sacrificial love of Christ and the hope it brings. Amidst laughter and cherished memories, they emphasize the daily importance of remembering the gospel and its transformative power in their lives and the lives of those around them. Join them as they celebrate the resurrected Lord and invite listeners to embrace the hope of the gospel in their own lives. HOST HERBIE NEWELL https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST DR. RICK MORTON https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES With Easter approaching this weekend, we wanted to highlight a new resource for families that help open up conversation about our identity in Christ. is a bilingual (Spanish/English) children’s book that shares true life experiences about adoption, redemption, and finding our identity in Christ.Because it is written for children and parents together, this book provides opportunities to discuss difficult topics, such as abandonment and identity. We believe this book could be an excellent resource for any foster or adoptive families as well as those who would like more insight into helping others find their identity in Christ. Visit our Amazon store https://www.amazon.com/shop/lifelinechild?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_aipsflifelinechild_98Q786GSX2Z29F5EQSBD&utm_medium=social&utm_source=link+tree&utm_campaign=amazon+store to purchase a book for yourself or more as gifts. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of LIFELINE CHILDREN’S SERVICES https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, TWITTER https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Join hosts Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton in this special episode of The Defender Podcast as they express gratitude to the unsung heroes of Lifeline Children's Services during Social Work Appreciation Month. Featuring inspiring conversations with Jessica Cumbers, a dedicated caseworker on the South Carolina team, and McKenzie Bussman, an International Social Worker on the Asia team, the episode delves into their journeys, motivations, and the impactful stories that fuel their passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. Discover the unique challenges faced by these social work heroes and the most rewarding aspects of their roles. Gain insights into Lifeline's mission and hear valuable advice for aspiring social workers. GUESTS Jessica Cumbers https://lifelinechild.org/staff/jessica-cumbers/ serves as a caseworker on the South Carolina team. She is originally from South Carolina and attended the University of South Carolina, where she received both her bachelor's and master's degrees in social work. She also holds her social work license (LMSW) through the state of South Carolina. McKenzie Bussman https://lifelinechild.org/staff/mckenzie-bussman/ serves as the Program Manager of the Philippines Program and an International Social Worker on the Asia team. McKenzie graduated in 2017 from Samford University with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology and from the University of Alabama with her master's in social work. HOST HERBIE NEWELL https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST DR. RICK MORTON https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Facing a wide-open career future can be daunting for students. They want to make an impact with their lives but may not know where to start.That’s why we created Preview Day--to give them a chance to learn about Lifeline while getting first-hand knowledge about positions and opportunities. Professionals will be on hand to talk through goals and dreams. Come to Preview Day to meet our team, share some food, and win a few prizes! On Thursday, April 4, 2024 at our Birmingham office Visit lifelinechild.org/preview to get more information and register to attend. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of LIFELINE CHILDREN’S SERVICES https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, TWITTER https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
The latest episode of the Defender podcast delves into the celebration of International Women's Day by highlighting the work of Global Orphan Care Partner in Pakistan. The episode sheds light on Christina and her husband Hanoch's incredible journey, where they answered God's call to serve in Pakistan and set up a comprehensive ministry that caters to the needs of the vulnerable in the country. GUEST Christina, alongside her husband Hanoch, answered God's call to serve in Pakistan, transitioning from their previous life in the UK. Despite the known challenges and Christina's health concerns, they stepped out on faith, moving to Pakistan in 2012. In their dedicated service, they established a robust ministry, comprising 60 churches, 6 schools, 22 sewing schools, 4 safe homes for vulnerable children, Sunday school outreach, women's transformation initiatives, a dignity project, a medical health center, a training center, and ongoing construction of a Mission Outreach Center. HOST HERBIE NEWELL https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST DR. RICK MORTON https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Globally, the vast majority of orphans cannot be adopted due to political, cultural, and legal constraints. Lifeline is committed to caring for these vulnerable children and sharing the gospel in these inaccessible locations. Your church can partner with Lifeline to provide resources and support to ministries that raise, educate, and minister to orphans, giving them a hopeful future. Get more information on how to partner with Global Orphan Care ministries at lifelinechild.org/global https://lifelinechild.org/church-partners-global-orphan-care/%20%20%20. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of LIFELINE CHILDREN’S SERVICES https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, TWITTER https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In this episode of the Defender Podcast, join us in an inspiring conversation with Beau Sides, the founder and president of Global Partners In Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting orphans, widows, and individuals with special needs globally. Beau shares his personal journey and the inception of Global Partners In Life, emphasizing the profound impact these experiences have had on his life. As the author of "Lessons from China" and "Unseen Tears," Beau provides unique insights into challenges faced by special needs orphans and orphanages. The interview delves into the partnership between Global Partners In Life and Lifeline as part of the Global Orphan Care Network, highlighting their collaborative efforts to make a positive impact. GUEST Beau Sides is the founder and president of Global Partners In Life, a non-profit organization that excels in assisting orphans, widows, and those with special needs, globally with their humanitarian, educational, and medical needs. Beau considers the children he has served and gotten to know as his friends, and is honored to be a small part of their lives. He is amazed by how abandoned children with medical issues remain happy, and considers those children his teachers. Beau is the author of two books, Lessons from China: A Westerner’s Cultural Education and Unseen Tears: The Challenges of Orphans and Orphanages in China, which share the fictional journeys of international traveler Jan Cross. The first book provides unique insights into current Chinese culture, etiquette, and economic development; and the second book describes the challenges and joys of her involvement with China’s special needs orphans and orphanages. HOST HERBIE NEWELL https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST DR. RICK MORTON https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES At Lifeline, we engage in holistic care around the globe--for children who will not be adopted and children who are vulnerable to slavery and poverty. We want them to have hope for their future and to know the grace of the gospel. To do this, we partner with churches and ministries on the ground who are committed to the gospel and are changing these children’s lives day-in and day-out. We also connect churches, ministries, and business partners in the U.S. to the work God is doing around the world. These partners can provide financial resources, on-the-ground ministry, and practical involvement like Global Partners in Life, which provides necessary medical care to vulnerable children. Every partnership contributes uniquely to God’s work. How can your church or ministry impact the lives of children around the world? Visit lifelinechild.org/global https://lifelinechild.org/global-orphan-care/for more information. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of LIFELINE CHILDREN’S SERVICES https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, TWITTER https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In today's episode of The Defender podcast, we sit down with Rev. Zach Coffin, whose incredible journey began with a miraculous encounter with God at the age of 5 when faced with a fatal kidney disease. Zach, alongside his wife Becca and their two daughters, embraced a full-time RV lifestyle in 2022, responding to a clear whisper from the Lord. As a former kids and youth pastor, Zach brings a unique perspective to the table as we delve into the challenging topic of "Gender & Sexuality". Listen in as Herbie and Dr. Rick discuss the challenges of navigating tough cultural conversations, including how we can live and thrive with a distinctly Christian worldview, and continue to follow the Lord's leading. GUESTS Encountering God at the age of 5, when diagnosed with a fatal kidney disease, Zach witnessed a miraculous healing that set the course for his life. Since then, his journey has been about seeking God in life's simplest moments and nurturing a deep longing to witness revival on Earth. As a full-time RV family, Zach, alongside his wife Becca of 16 years, embraces the adventure with their two daughters. In 2022, responding to a clear whisper from the Lord, Zach left his job, and they hit the road as full-time RVers, homeschooling the girls and assisting churches and individuals in growing their hunger for the Holy Spirit. With a background in serving as kids and youth pastors, Zach believes that the next generation holds a pivotal role in God's plan and heart. HOST HERBIE NEWELL https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST DR. RICK MORTON https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Lifeline desires to support families through various parenting stages and challenges. Our Parent Coaching team equips parents with tools and techniques to encourage connection while navigating parenting struggles. For more therapeutic needs, our counseling team offers child, teen, and adult marriage and family therapy. Explore our range of services and discover how Lifeline can provide the guidance and support your family needs. To learn more about our counseling and parent coaching services or to request an appointment, visit lifelinechild.org/support https://lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support/%20%20. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of LIFELINE CHILDREN’S SERVICES https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, TWITTER https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on ITUNES https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | TRANSISTOR https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In our latest episode of The Defender Podcast, we welcome Justin Myers, the Director of Programs at Show Hope discussing the Hope for the Journey Conference. Justin passionately shares insights into this annual event, shedding light on its focus on addressing the unique needs of children, parents, and families navigating adoption and foster care. Discover how churches can actively engage with the Hope for the Journey Conference to provide practical support within and beyond their congregation. Justin explores the training opportunities for adoptive and foster care parents, emphasizing the conference's practicality in serving communities. Learn about the advantages of the fully digital conference with a three-month viewing window, offering flexibility and customization for participants. This episode is your guide to the transformative and empowering world of the Hope for the Journey Conference, available for online viewing from April 5 to June 30, 2024. GUEST Justin serves as the Director of Programs at Show Hope. He grew up in Arkansas, but has spent time in China, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Justin has many passions—the local church, international missions, refugees—but is most excited about investing his working hours in others navigating adoption. He and his wife, Bonnie, are the adoptive parents of two kiddos, Hosanna and Asher. Justin has a Masters of Divinity in Missions and a Masters in Business Administration, which he has used in retail, nonprofit, and church settings over the past 10 years. Justin’s favorite part of Nashville life right now is following along with its stellar MLS team, Nashville SC, and welcoming new neighbors from all walks of life. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES As parents walk through days and years of caring for someone who has experienced trauma, they may find themselves feeling like they have nothing left to give. Our Parent Coaching and Counseling teams provide support to parents and families who are walking these difficult paths toward healing. Visit lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support https://lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support/ to learn more about our services and to request an appointment. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES At Lifeline, we know that families walking with children from hard places often need support and encouragement in unique ways. That's why we are excited for our friends at Show Hope to offer a digital conference for your family or church called Hope for the Journey. Hope for the Journey is designed to provide tools and hope for adoptive and foster care families. The conference will be available for viewing Friday, April 5 through June 30, 2024, so you can choose a convenient time for your family or church to participate. Visit showhope.org https://showhope.org/our-work/pre-post-adoption-support/hope-for-the-journey/ to register for this digital conference. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In this insightful episode, Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton explore the significance of Valentine's Day through the lens of Christian values, emphasizing the importance of fighting for the sanctity of marriage and life. As advocates for God's word, they discuss how embracing love in the Biblically prescribed manner contributes to the strength of marriages and, subsequently, forms a foundation for providing strong, stable homes for children. The conversation extends to the profound impact of these principles on caring for vulnerable children, stressing the role of a godly marriage in demonstrating love and stability. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the broader implications of their relationships, recognizing the responsibility to create a nurturing environment based on God's word, ultimately contributing to a better, more stable world for children and those committed to caring for them. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Obedience to God's call to care for those who are vulnerable means that our churches will have members who are walking the paths of foster care or adoption. Is your church equipped to love these families well? is a training resource to help the church, as well as family and friends, support the adoptive and foster families in their lives. Visit our website https://lifelinechild.org/equipped-to-love/ for more details on how you can learn to understand the needs of these families and love them with practical support. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Join Dr. Rick and Kara Clark in this follow-up episode as they expand on the "Coping with Emotional Exhaustion https://lifeline.transistor.fm/episodes/coping-with-emotional-exhaustion" episode from last year. They delve into the intersection of parenthood, faith, and recognizing our limitations, finding strength in our "call" and faith amidst life's trials. They tackle questions about balancing roles as caregivers, acknowledging dependency on Jesus, and the impact on emotional well-being. The episode also addresses recognizing and accepting limitations without succumbing to guilt, integrating faith into parenting decisions, and the role of community support in caring for those experiencing trauma. GUEST Kara Clark, LCSW, serves as the Louisiana Casework Supervisor and as a family therapist in Crowley, Louisiana. Kara holds a BA in Sociology from Howard Payne University, a master's in social work from the University of Texas in Arlington, Texas, and a master's in ministry-Based Evangelism from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas. Kara is happily married to her college best friend, Dr. Cullen T. Clark, who serves as the pastor at FBC Crowley and also teaches church history at Howard Payne University. Together, they are blessed with three wonderful children: Elizabeth, William, and Jakob. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES As parents walk through days and years of caring for someone who has experienced trauma, they may find themselves feeling like they have nothing left to give. Our Parent Coaching and Counseling teams provide support to parents and families who are walking these difficult paths toward healing. Visit lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support https://lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support/%20 to learn more about our services and to request an appointment. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In this episode, Lifeline's very own Karla Thrasher and Jana Lombardo join the podcast to talk about the landscape of international adoption. Listen in as they reflect on the highlights of Lifeline's international adoption program in 2023, celebrating the impactful stories of waiting children whose lives were touched by Lifeline's ministry. Karla and Jana share the evolving landscape of international adoption as we enter 2024, delving into changes over the past five to six years and addressing factors contributing to the overall decline in adoption numbers worldwide. Looking forward, they discuss what's on the horizon for Lifeline in 2024, as well as provide valuable advice for families considering international adoption and offers insights for those who feel a calling to care for waiting children without adopting. The episode concludes with a focus on the power of prayer, inviting listeners to join in praying for the success and impact of Lifeline's international adoption ministry. GUESTS Karla Thrasher has served as Lifeline's Director of International Adoption since 2001. As a TBRI® Practitioner certified by the TCU Karen Purvis Institute, she manages daily operations, provides leadership, and coordinates with other departments to enhance services for waiting children and families. Karla's role includes government compliance, customer service, and quality assurance. She finds great honor in sharing the gospel through adoption. Karla is a graduate of the University of Alabama Birmingham and a licensed social worker. Karla is supported by her husband Jamie and three adult children. They are her biggest cheerleaders in her ministry at Lifeline. Jana Lombardo serves as the Senior Program Director at Lifeline Children’s Services. A graduate of Aubree University, she oversees international adoption programs and provides leadership and coaching to her team. Jana's journey at Lifeline began in domestic adoption, birth mother counseling, and foster care. From 2002 to 2019, she served as the Eurasia Program Director, developing and managing international adoption programs for various countries. In addition to her current role, Jana is a certified TBRI practitioner, teaching subjects such as attachment styles and caregiving. She has shared her teaching skills domestically and internationally. Jana and her husband Luke have two sons. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES For those embarking on the adoption journey in the new year, today marks the final opportunity to avail the $1,000 Hope Adoption Fund scholarship for families applying for international adoption. To initiate the adoption process and apply for the scholarship, please visit lifelinechild.org/begin-your-adoption-journey-today https://lifelinechild.org/begin-your-adoption-journey-today/ or check our show notes for the direct link. In addition, we have crafted an informative eBook to assist families in financial preparation for this significant journey. Packed with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more, this eBook is available for free. To access your copy, visit lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/ https://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/ for more information. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In today's episode we are joined by Lynn Becket, a seasoned professional with a background in social work and extensive experience in foster care and adoption. Listen as Lynn and Dr. Rick explore the phenomenon of the "winter blues," unraveling its impact during colder, darker months. Lynn sheds light on how these seasonal changes specifically affect children from challenging backgrounds and offers practical strategies for parents to equip their children in navigating and overcoming these feelings. The episode also provides valuable advice on combating winter blues, offering proactive steps and coping mechanisms for both parents and children. Discover engaging activities for families to make the most of their time during the winter months, fostering connection and creating memorable moments. GUEST Lynn, a compassionate and dedicated professional, holds a degree in social work from the University of Georgia. With a rich background in foster care and adoption in both Georgia and Virginia, Lynn's journey led her to Lifeline in 1989, where she currently serves as the Manager of Parent Coaching Services. In 2016, she earned the title of TBRI® Practitioner, and in 2021, Lynn became a certified Parent Coach with Connected Families. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES As Lifeline walks with families through hard days from the winter blues to significant trauma, our counseling staff is trained, equipped, and ready to empower families for healthy thriving. Parent Coaching https://lifelinechild.org/parent-coaching/ takes a relationship-focused approach to helping parents develop tools and techniques to parent more effectively. Our Counseling Team https://lifelinechild.org/counseling-services/ provides child, teen, or adult marriage and family therapy in a variety of approaches to support individuals and families, specializing in attachment, trauma, and other similar areas like anxiety and depression. Visit our website https://lifelinechild.org/child-and-family-support/%20%20 to learn more about our services and to request an appointment. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In today's episode of the Defender podcast, Dr. Rick Morton engages in a deeply moving conversation with Alexis Morris, a pregnancy counselor at Lifeline Children's Services. Alexis shares her personal journey through abortion, highlighting how her faith in Christ became a source of redemption and healing. This episode offers a beacon of hope and understanding, emphasizing the options and support available for women who find themselves in an unexpected pregnancy. GUEST Alexis Morris is a pregnancy counselor at Lifeline Children's Services, bringing her expertise and compassion to support individuals facing unexpected pregnancy. Holding a Bachelor's in Social Work from the University of South Alabama, she combines her seasoned professionalism with a strong commitment to the principles outlined in Philippians 2:3-4. Alexis is driven by a desire to harmonize family, career, and her passion for helping others discover order and purpose in their lives. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Because we believe in the sanctity of human life, we believe in caring for and showing dignity to women who are facing an unexpected pregnancy. We want them to know their worth in Christ and to hear the hope of the gospel. With this goal, we have developed , a church mentorship program that connects local churches with women who have experienced unexpected pregnancy. church partners offer loving support through one-on-one mentoring relationships that are guided by a 10-week, biblical study. Find more information at lifelinechild.org/worthy. https://lifelinechild.org/worthy/ LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
In 2023 Chelsea Sobolik shared of her family's adoption journey. Now home from India, she joins today sharing the exciting changes that have happened since last year. Also, in the midst of this, she published a new book, "Called to Cultivate: A Gospel Vision for Women and Work". Listen along as we sit down with a colleague and sister in Christ to hear these updates and more. GUEST Chelsea Patterson Sobolik serves as Director of Government Relations at World Relief, a global Christian humanitarian organization and the largest Evangelical refugee resettlement in the U.S. She is also the former Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy at Lifeline Children's Services. She has worked on Capitol Hill on pro-life policies, domestic and international religious freedom, adoption, and foster care issues. Chelsea has been published at the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and others. She is the author of Longing for Motherhood – Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness, and Called to Cultivate: A Gospel Vision for Women and Work. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Michael. She and Michael became parents through international adoption, welcoming home their son this past year. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Lifeline wants to help remove barriers so that families can say yes to God’s call to adoption. Finances can be one of the largest barriers, but we are grateful for the Hope Adoption Fund, which provides financial help to families. Because of generous donors, we are able to offer an extension on $1,000 scholarships to families applying for international adoption by January 31st. Families can begin the adoption process and apply for the scholarship by visiting our website https://lifelinechild.org/begin-your-adoption-journey-today/%20%20. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
For the first episode of 2024, we are taking a look back at one of our most-listened to episodes of 2023. Chelsea Patterson Sobolik joins the podcast today to talk about how adoption has deeply impacted her life. She shares about her personal adoption story, her and husband's pursuit of adopting a child internationally, and her book "Longing for Motherhood: Holding Onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness." GUEST Chelsea Patterson Sobolik serves as Director of Government Relations at World Relief, a global Christian humanitarian organization and the largest Evangelical refugee resettlement in the U.S. She is also the former Senior Director of Policy & Advocacy at Lifeline Children's Services. She has worked on Capitol Hill on pro-life policies, domestic and international religious freedom, adoption, and foster care issues. Chelsea has been published at the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, The Gospel Coalition, Christianity Today, and others. She is the author of Longing for Motherhood – Holding onto Hope in the Midst of Childlessness, and Called to Cultivate: A Gospel Vision for Women and Work. She has a B.A. in International Relations from Liberty University, and lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Michael. She and Michael became parents through international adoption, welcoming home their son this past year. HOST Herbie Newell https://www.herbienewell.com/about/ is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton https://lifelinechild.org/staff/rick-morton/ is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES This year’s Sanctity of Human Life is January 21st. As abortion laws are changing across the nation, we must continue to stand for the lives of women and children with conviction and compassion. Your church can use this day for focused prayer and discussion about the need to stand for all human life. Visit our website https://lifelinechild.org/sanctity-of-human-life/%20%20 to find free resources for your church, including practical ways to care for life. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
As we approach the end of 2023, we are sharing one the most popular episodes this year. Ann Maura Hinton, Program Director of Bridge Educational Services at Lifeline, joins the podcast to talk about the power of play in kids' lives and how it affects their ability to learn and grow. GUEST Ann Maura is the Program Director of Bridge Educational Services at Lifeline. She loves to learn and is constantly looking to build a bridge from frustration to hope alongside families in need. She brings with her over 25 years of teaching experience in a variety of different settings with a variety of different abilities. HOST Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES When your children from hard places struggle to reach their potential in learning, it can be really difficult. But we’re here to support you as you help them learn in public, private, or homeschooling settings. Bridge Educational Services https://lifelinechild.org/bridge/ is ready to help children in public, private, and home school environments to maximize their God-given potential. Bridge Educational Services provides support to families with tools and techniques to equip, empower, and shepherd children academically, relationally, and emotionally. This is achieved through educational screenings, one-on-one educational therapy, and educational consulting. We strive to come alongside families so children get the best education possible. GET INVOLVED In January, churches across our nation will come together for prayer, focus, observance, and discussion to highlight the need to stand for all human life. Join us on January 21 or on another Sunday that works for your church. Lifeline has created free resources and to help your church stand for life. We can also provide a free speaker or table hosting for your day. Click here https://lifelinechild.org/sanctity-of-human-life/ to download free resources or to request a speaker for your church or small group. And remember that you still have a few more days to donate https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life-2023/%20 to Lifeline and receive a tax deduction for 2023. Thanks to the generosity of a donor, your gift today will be doubled! LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Today on the podcast, we have a special holiday episode! Herbie and Dr. Rick reflect on the goodness and grace bestowed upon us by the Lord throughout the year. Christmas isn't just a celebration; it's a time for deep gratitude. Hear of the Lord's hand at work through His people, caring for orphans and vulnerable children. It's a testament to the true spirit of Christmas. HOST Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES As believers, we know the hope of Christmas gives us hope for our lives, no matter what each day holds. Even in a world full of pain and suffering, we know that the God of the universe humbled Himself to be born as a baby to take our pain and pay the price for our sin. Now, as image bearers of God, we live with the hope of Christmas, and we live out gospel-centered justice to defend life, bring restoration, and seek redemption for all that sin has broken. We invite you to live out the gospel through the ministry of Lifeline and change lives around the world by partnering with us. https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Today on the podcast, we are joining you with a special story from our annual fundraising event in Birmingham, Alabama. The Vest family shared not only of their international adoption journey and how Lifeline was able to aid them after a traumatic family event, but how these events provided a unique insight which led them to becoming involved the Families Count ministry. GUESTS Rich and Johanna Vest are parents of four children through birth and adoption. They Vests serve as volunteer directors of Families Count at their church in Birmingham, Alabama. HOST Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 explains that God’s comfort and sustaining hand in our times of trouble enable us to show that same grace to others who are struggling. Today, in our podcast, we will talk to the Vest family, who extended grace to others through their own struggles. Because of their own near-tragic experiences, they became involved in Families Count through their church. Families Count https://lifelinechild.org/families-count/ is a family restoration and preservation ministry that partners with the local church to provide parenting courses for vulnerable families in the foster care system or who are at risk of entering it. When you partner with Lifeline financially, you walk alongside families who need to know the comfort of God. Give today and change one life through Families Count at lifelinechild.org/change-one-life https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life-2023/. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Today on the podcast, Kenny and Kristen Anderson join us again with an update on their adoption. In August, we talked with the Andersons as they were about to head to China to bring home their daughter. Listen to part two as they share of life after coming home. GUESTS Kenny and Kristen Anderson have been pursuing international adoption over the last 3.5 years. They have a biological daughter named Brooklyn and this year they brought home their daughter, Hannah, from China. HOST Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. CO-HOST Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCES Although adoption is a beautiful response to God’s command to care for the fatherless, the vast majority of orphans will never be adopted. Our Global Orphan Care https://lifelinechild.org/global-orphan-care/ministry was born out of a desire to reach these vulnerable children. This ministry equips caregivers with the knowledge of holistic care, provides children with job and life skills training, and serves alongside local churches already ministering to the vulnerable in their area. Partners like you enable vulnerable children to have their futures transformed by the hope of the gospel. Give today https://lifelinechild.org/change-one-life-2023/%20and change one life through Global Orphan Care. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children’s Services https://lifelinechild.org/ is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW US Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lifelinechild/, Twitter https://twitter.com/LifelineChild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-podcast/id1255033118| Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/| Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4nsNypXcQ2fHmpgLFNflFz The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-defender-bible-study/id1469401715 | Transistor https://lifelinebiblestudy.transistor.fm/ | Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/48ZPZApd2v1WeghxnrzupD
Today, Angela Mains joins the Defender Podcast to talk through practical tips for helping your child successfully navigate the dysregulation of the holidays. The holidays can be such a joyful and peaceful time; however, holidays can be difficult for children who come from hard places. Learn how to thrive and survive the holidays. GUEST Angela Mains is a TBRI and Certified Theraplay Practitioner. She has worked at Lifeline for several years and brings knowledge, experience, and wisdom from her time here. She is the Program Director of Counseling Services at Lifeline. HOST __ __ CO-HOST __ __ RESOURCES __ __ LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES __ __
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