The Defender Podcast

GUESTBrad Evangelista, lead pastor at CrossPointe Church in Columbus, Georgia and church partner with Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCESParent Coaching is a service available for any parent who needs additional insight into their child’s behavior. Tailored to each family and each child. These are 45-60-minute sessions filled with proven tools and techniques to use in building additional strengths in parenting.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Subscribe on iTunes | StitcherEmail: [email protected]: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechildTwitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Bridge Educational Services - lifelinechild.org/bridgeGUESTRick Burgess has been the cohost of the “Rick and Bubba Show” since 1994, a nationally syndicated radio show which airs to 1.2 million people weekly. Rick has coauthored multiple New York Times bestselling books that are autobiographical in nature, but his latest release is a 40-day devotional designed to disciple men, a personal passion and calling from the Lord. "How to Be a Man, the Pursuit of Christ-Centered Masculinity" is coauthored by Andy Blanks and was released by Iron Hill Press in 2017. Rick has appeared on various radio and television shows including Fox and Friends and the Sean Hannity Show as a commentator and guest.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Jason was born and raised in Birmingham, AL before moving to Suwanee, GA where he would finish high school. Upon graduation, Jason signed a football scholarship at The University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) where he would be a 4 year starter and 4 year letter winner at Fullback. Though raised in a home that taught him to love and fear God, it was not until his sophomore year at Ole Miss when he began to walk faithfully with Jesus. In 2009 Jason enjoyed a brief stint with the Baltimore Ravens through the pre-season before embracing the call to ministry.Since college, Jason has been actively involved in traveling the country preaching God’s word in demographically diverse environments. He has also been involved in helping to plant churches, including his pivotal role in helping to build Iron City Church (Birmingham, AL). It was here that Jason faithfully led, taught, and shepherded a young congregation to embrace the ideal of multi-ethnic ministry in one of America’s most segregated cities.Jason holds an M.Div from Beeson Divinity School. It was during his time there that he met his beautiful bride, Courtney. They were married in 2013 and have two delightful children: Charlie and Cager. The Cook’s live and breath discipleship, hospitality, and service and look to infuse those life pillars in Memphis.Jason joins the Fellowship Memphis team as an Associate Pastor of Preaching. Concurrent with this post, he is also an editor with the Gospel Coalition where he contributes to the Faith and Work initiative.Subscribe on iTunes | StitcherEmail: [email protected] Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lifelinechild Twitter: @lifelinechild Instagram: lifelinechild

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Pastor John OnwuchekwaRESOURCESJoin us for the next Arc Stories event, featuring Lifeline family stories on adoption, fostering, family restoration, and orphan care. Proceeds from the event go to support Lifeline's ministry departments taking gospel hope to the vulnerable. Purchase Your Tickets Today! HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Josh Caldwell, Vice President of International Ministries Claire Davis, Program Director of Domestic AdoptionKemonia Brown, MA, LPC, NCC, Family Therapist RESOURCESParent Coaching is a service available for any parent who needs additional insight into their child’s behavior. Tailored to each family and each child. These are 45-60-minute sessions filled with proven tools and techniques to use in building additional strengths in parenting. Learn More!HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Jason Paredes, is the lead pastor of Fielder Church in Arlington, Texas and joined the staff in 2005. He assumed the role as lead pastor in 2016. He has an amazing family. (Wife: Virginia and has 5 daughters and 1 son)RESOURCESRoad Map to International Adoption Webinar:If you’re considering international adoption but are stuck with too many questions to list, we invite you to join an upcoming webinar, Road Map to International Adoption. Topics include application process, what’s a home study, what does travel look like, financing your adoption, and more. Register here!HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Chuck Johnson serves as president and CEO of the National Council For Adoption. He is responsible for all aspects of NCFA, including management as well as implementing the organization’s mission. He is an advocate for children, birth parents, and adoptive families, and is a frequent writer, speaker, and commentator on adoption policy and practice.Prior to joining NCFA, Chuck served 17 years with a licensed child-placing agency in Alabama, including eight years as its executive director. He was a consultant and on-camera participant to Hallmark Entertainment’s A Family for Li. His recent citations include Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox News, Reuters, TIME Magazine, Associated Press, MSNBC, Washington Post, Washington Times, and The New York Times. Chuck is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Social Work and holds a Masters degree from Birmingham Theological Seminary. He and his wife are parents by adoption and live in Maryland.RESOURCESWe have hundreds of helpful articles, activity ideas, and other materials on our Resources Page. Topics covered include: adoption, attachment, siblings, medical needs, children’s behavioral challenges, birth parents, how to address grief and trauma, and more. Visit www.lifelinechild.org/resources or see our show notes for more details. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Chuck Johnson serves as president and CEO of the National Council For Adoption. He is responsible for all aspects of NCFA, including management as well as implementing the organization’s mission. He is an advocate for children, birth parents, and adoptive families, and is a frequent writer, speaker, and commentator on adoption policy and practice.Prior to joining NCFA, Chuck served 17 years with a licensed child-placing agency in Alabama, including eight years as its executive director. He was a consultant and on-camera participant to Hallmark Entertainment’s A Family for Li. His recent citations include Today Show, Good Morning America, Fox News, Reuters, TIME Magazine, Associated Press, MSNBC, Washington Post, Washington Times, and The New York Times. Chuck is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Social Work and holds a Masters degree from Birmingham Theological Seminary. He and his wife are parents by adoption and live in Maryland.RESOURCESLooking for something new to read this year? Image Bearers dives into what it means to be pro-life, not just pro-birth. Includes prayer guides, tips to care for the fatherless in your community and around the world, discussion guides, and thought-provoking questions. Interested in reading, Image Bearers? HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Lili, Birth Mother, shares her story of God's goodness and mercy. Lili is a super hero in our eyes as she was faced with overwhelming odds and options. Learn more about how Lili had to decide what was best for herself and her twins. Lauren Eddie, Pregnancy Counselor, joined the Lifeline staff in January of 2018. She’s originally from New Orleans, LA. She received her undergrad in social work at Mississippi College and then continued her education by attending The University of Alabama for grad school. In her free time, she loves hanging out with friends but would pretty much be down for anything as long as people are there. RESOURCESBridge Educational Services Created to walk alongside parents as you help your children from hard places meet their educational potential. Cognitive development evaluations, personalized educational support, in-office or online support — this is built for your child and will be a support to you (whether your child is homeschooled, doing online learning, or learning in a classroom setting). Visit https://lifelinechild.org/bridge-educational-services/ for more information.Interested in reading, Image Bearers? HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUEST Dr. Rick Morton, Vice President of Engagement Rick shepherds Lifeline's outreach to individuals, churches, and organizational ministry partners as well as the ministry’s commitment to publishing resources that aid families and churches in discipling orphans and vulnerable children. Holding both the Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts degrees in Christian Education from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Rick taught on the faculty of his alma mater as well as the faculties of Bryan College and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He also served local churches in Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi. He is an accomplished writer and sought after speaker. Most notably, Rick is the co-author of the popular Orphanology: Awakening to Gospel-centered Adoption and Orphan Care and the author of KnowOrphans: Mobilizing the Church for Global Orphanology.RESOURCESFor those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a How to Fund Your Adoption eBook to help you as you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. Interested in reading, Image Bearers? HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/RESOURCESThis year’s Sanctity of Human Life is January 17, the Sunday closest to the historic Roe v. Wade landmark case. Use this day to mourn the loss of life through abortion and to take a stand for life. Find free resources for your church, like bulletin inserts and small group Bible studies, at https://lifelinechild.org/lifematters/HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUESTSLynn Beckett, Education Specialist, LBSW, TBRI® PractitionerRenee Griffin, Served families, children, foster families, with excellence over a 38-year tenure at LifelineJana Lombardo, Senior Program Director, International Programs, LBSW, TBRI® PractitionerKarla Thrasher, Director of International Adoption, LBSW, TBRI® Practitioner Traci Newell, Education Specialist & National Program Director, Families Count RESOURCESThe Defender Bible Study · As you are starting this fresh new year and looking for ways to dig deeper into the Word. · Another free weekly resource podcast for you – led by a Lifeline staff member. · Listen wherever you find your podcasts.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Bridge Educational Services - lifelinechild.org/bridgeGUESTRick Burgess has been the cohost of the “Rick and Bubba Show” since 1994, a nationally syndicated radio show which airs to 1.2 million people weekly. Rick has coauthored multiple New York Times bestselling books that are autobiographical in nature, but his latest release is a 40-day devotional designed to disciple men, a personal passion and calling from the Lord. "How to Be a Man, the Pursuit of Christ-Centered Masculinity" is coauthored by Andy Blanks and was released by Iron Hill Press in 2017. Rick has appeared on various radio and television shows including Fox and Friends and the Sean Hannity Show as a commentator and guest.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline International Adoption - https://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/GUESTSJana Lombardo is the Senior Program Director of International Programs. She has been with Lifeline since 1992 after she graduated from Auburn with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She worked for six and a half years as a domestic social worker/ birthmother counselor until the birth of her first son Eli. She became a TBRI Practitioner in 2017. Jana and her husband, Luke, are also proud parents of another son, Gideon. Jana has been serving Lifeline for over twenty-two years and serves Lifeline as the program coordinator for Ukraine, Poland, Romania and Kyrgyzstan. She helps to oversee the Bulgaria and Hungary programs as well. This encompasses all of Lifeline’s Eastern European Countries and Kyrgyzstan.Brianna Thomas works as a social worker on Lifeline’s Eurasia team. Brianna graduated from the University of Montevallo in 2016 with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and received her Master’s in Social Work form The University of Alabama in May of 2018. She has always had a connection to Lifeline and was excited to join the team in January of 2016. Six years ago, the Lord confirmed her outlook on caring for orphans around the world and international adoption when close family friends adopted from Uganda and brought home a very special little boy that changed her life and heart forever. Brianna is thankful to be a part of the Eurasia team to serve families throughout their adoption journey! She is grateful for Lifeline and the opportunity to work for a gospel centered ministry who cares for vulnerable children all over the world. Brian and Sarah McKenney live near Chattanooga, Tennessee with their seven children, two of whom are adopted. Sarah homeschools their children and is acting ringleader of their family circus and Brian serves on the staff of Calvary Chapel Chattanooga as the Communication Director and hosts their weekend services. Brian and Sarah have a passion for God's Word and absolutely love their wonderful, difficult, crazy, blessed life with a family of 9.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

GUESTBrittney Gilbert: She is a dentist in Alabama, specializing in pediatric dentistry and is on our Alabama board. RESOURCESAnother free weekly resource podcast for you – led by a Lifeline staff member. Featuring an in-depth study either on a portion of Scripture, or a book like “Plain Theology for Plain People” or “New Morning Mercies,” etc. Listen wherever you find your podcasts. T-shirts That Make An ImpactChristmas is a great time to buy a loved one a cool new T-shirt. Check out our online store to purchase. Proceeds for our shirts go to further Lifeline’s mission to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. How can you make an impact, one life at a time? Help us Change One Life this year and Donate Today! HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTCooper and Anna Brooke Johnson have been loyal partners of Lifeline. They have 5 children, one of whom joined their family through adoption. Cooper works at Valent group and has been in the insurance business for 15 years. He obtained a bachelor’s degree from The University of Alabama in 1998 and an MBA from The University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2002. He previously served on Lifeline’s Junior Board. Anna Brook graduated with a nursing degree in 2000 from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. RESOURCEST-shirts That Make An Impact Christmas is a great time to buy a loved one a cool new T-shirt. Check out our online store to purchase. Proceeds for our shirts go to further Lifeline’s mission to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. How can you make an impact, one life at a time? Help us Change One Life this year and Donate Today! HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTBrad Evangelista, lead pastor at CrossPointe Church in Columbus, Georgia and church partner with Lifeline Children's Services. RESOURCESParent Coaching is a service available for any parent who needs additional insight into their child’s behavior. Tailored to each family and each child. These are 45-60-minute sessions filled with proven tools and techniques to use in building additional strengths in parenting.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTAutumn Millett: After experiencing a difficult childhood characterized by homelessness, poverty, abuse, and involvement with the foster care system, Autumn Millett was adopted into her forever family at the age of 17. It was there that she found her identity in a personal relationship with Christ. She is now a graduate of Word of Life Bible Institute and Stetson University and is married to her sweetheart, Corey.Chris Johnson joined Lifeline in March 2020 and serves as the National Director of Church Partnerships. He previously served as a pastor for 24 years and as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Governor’s Office of Faith and Community Based Initiatives. Chris has also served as a consultant and has been a frequent speaker at local, state, and national conferences, churches, and community gatherings, sharing his family’s story and challenging others to answer the gospel call to care for vulnerable children and families. He was born and raised in metro Atlanta, GA and currently lives in Birmingham. Chris attended Regent University and studied Educational Leadership and also Trinity Baptist College, where he studied Church Ministries. He has an amazing wife named Alicia and they have 10 children (3 biological and 7 adopted from foster care). They have also served as foster parents to more than 40 children. Watch Autumn's 60 Minute Interview. Learn more about her story. RESOURCES As you settle into this Thanksgiving break, you may want to make good use of our Resources Page. We have hundreds of helpful articles, activity ideas, and other materials there. Topics covered include: adoption, attachment, siblings, medical needs, children’s behavioral challenges, birth parents, how to address grief and trauma, and more. Visit www.lifelinechild.org/resources or see our show notes for more details.Interested in learning more about adoption? For those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a free eBook to help you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTLisa Qualls, and her husband, Russ, are the parents of twelve children by birth and adoption, and sometimes more through foster care. She is the creator of the One Thankful Mom website and a popular speaker at events for adoptive and foster parents. She is also the cofounder of The Connected Parent, a podcast and resource site for adoptive moms. Using her training as a TBRI Practioner and her Enneagram certification, Lisa coaches and encourages adoptive parents so they can find courage and hope in their journeys of loving their children well.RESOURCESJourney Alumni Family Magazine arrives in mailboxes this month!Do you know about our free Lifeline alumni magazine, Journey? It’s specially crafted for our alumni families and this fall’s issue focuses on pregnancy counseling and how Lifeline started. If you’re an alumni family and don’t already receive this publication, email us at [email protected] to sign up, or see the show notes. Interested in learning more about adoption? For those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a free eBook to help you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTBoyd Christenberry, biological child's perspective on adoption. RESOURCESImage Bearers: Shifting from Pro-Birth to Pro-Life There are many books about being pro-life and combatting abortion, but this book seeks to bring awareness that the pro-life ethic is so much bigger than just being pro-birth. Includes prayer guides, tips to care for the fatherless, discussion/thought-provoking questions. Purchase your copy here https://lifelinechild.org/image-bearers/ Interested in learning more about adoption? For those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a free eBook to help you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTChristie Mac Segars, VP of Domestic Programsholds a Bachelors from Samford University and a Masters in Social Work from The University of Alabama. She has been the Domestic Director at Lifeline since March of 2013. She is passionate about taking the gospel to hurting families and the ministry of reconciliation and redemption that exists in the various domestic programs. She and her husband Croft have three daughters, Ila, Elizabeth, and Harris.Christy Harmon, Pregnancy Counseling Program Directorholds a Bachelor’s degree from Auburn University and a Masters in Social Work from the University of Alabama. She has enjoyed being on the Lifeline team since October of 2013. She is thankful to be a part of the amazing work that God is doing through Lifeline, and especially enjoys sharing the hope of the gospel with women facing an unplanned pregnancy.RESOURCESIt is not too late to participate in Orphan Sunday 2020 (global day of observance is November 8, but your church may choose to recognize the day on a different Sunday). Check out our free downloadable resources to allow your church to learn about the orphan crisis, advocate for vulnerable children around the world, and be moved to action. Resources include prayer prompts, bulletin inserts, videos to use in services or in classroom settings, small group Bible lessons, and more. Visit lifelinechild.org/orphan-sunday/ or click the link in the show notes. Interested in learning more about adoption? For those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a free eBook to help you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTCraig Slay is a lawyer in Brandon, MS who assists clients with the concerns they face every day, from unexpected personal and family circumstances to business or government matters to general uncertainties about the best way to handle situations or conflicts. He graduated from Mississippi State with two degrees. After a brief time in corporate sales, he went to law school at the University of Alabama, to earn his Juris Doctor. He loves spending time with his wife Anita and children Caroline and Anna Beth. He also enjoys trail running, hiking, college sports and muscle cars. Josh Caldwell, VP of International MinistriesJosh is passionate about Christ’s name being made known among the nations. Josh’s desire in ministry is to share the name of Jesus, disciple others, and care for the fatherless around the world. He invests his life in families, church leaders and others who are passionate about the Gospel and the fatherless.RESOURCESOrphan Sunday - November 8We want to walk alongside you and your church as you seek to care for the orphan in your community, state, nation, to the ends of the earth. Lifeline’s free resources include: graphics/slides for presentations at church, small group lessons, bulletin inserts, opportunities for guest speakers Visit https://lifelinechild.org/orphan-sunday/Interested in learning more about adoption? For those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced a free eBook to help you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTKemonia “Mo” Brown joined Lifeline in January of 2020. She is from Hoover, Alabama and serves on our Counseling Team as a Family Therapist. Kemonia attended Troy University and received her Bachelors in Science. She majored in Psychology with a minor in Leadership Studies. She also attended The University of Alabama at Birmingham and received a Masters in Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has three sisters and a sweet dog named Shakespeare! Kemonia loves going to church, hiking, jogging, cooking, art, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family. Her 3 simple joys are: Drinking coffee in the morning, smelling candles, and walking her dog. “I love the wonderful community at Lifeline and the opportunity to share the gospel with every family I work with.”RESOURCESFor those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced an eBook to help you as you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. To receive this free eBook or to learn more click the link in the notes below. Contact [email protected] for the ebook. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

RESOURCESParent Coaching is available for any parent looking to build additional strengths in parenting. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTChris Johnson joined Lifeline in March 2020 and serves as the National Director of Church Partnerships. He previously served as a pastor for 24 years and as the Executive Director of the Kentucky Governor’s Office of Faith and Community Based Initiatives. Chris has also served as a consultant and has been a frequent speaker at local, state, and national conferences, churches, and community gatherings, sharing his family’s story and challenging others to answer the gospel call to care for vulnerable children and families. He was born and raised in metro Atlanta, GA and currently lives in Birmingham. Chris attended Regent University and studied Educational Leadership and also Trinity Baptist College, where he studied Church Ministries. He has an amazing wife named Alicia and they have 10 children (3 biological and 7 adopted from foster care). They have also served as foster parents to more than 40 children. For fun, Chris likes reading, spending time with his family, and cheering on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets! He loves football!! Chris’s 3 simple joys are: holding his wife’s hand, hearing about his kids’ days and watching a good football game. His favorite thing about working for Lifeline is “the heart and passion of the staff. Getting to engage and support churches in utilizing the amazing tools and resources that Lifeline offers to care for the vulnerable.”RESOURCESOctober 7 — Road Map to International Adoption Webinar If you’re considering international adoption but are stuck with too many questions to list, we invite you to join our upcoming webinar, Road Map to International Adoption, on October 11. Topics include application process, what’s a home study, what does travel look like, financing your adoption, and more. Register for free at lifelinechild.org/info-meetings/HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTJana Lombardo is the Senior Program Director of International Programs. She has been with Lifeline since 1992 after she graduated from Auburn with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She worked for six and a half years as a domestic social worker/ birthmother counselor until the birth of her first son Eli. She became a TBRI Practitioner in 2017. Jana and her husband, Luke, are also proud parents of another son, Gideon. Jana has been serving Lifeline for over twenty-two years and serves Lifeline as the program coordinator for Ukraine, Poland, Romania and Kyrgyzstan. She helps to oversee the Bulgaria and Hungary programs as well. This encompasses all of Lifeline’s Eastern European Countries and Kyrgyzstan. Brianna Thomas works as a social worker on Lifeline’s Eurasia team. Brianna graduated from the University of Montevallo in 2016 with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and received her Master’s in Social Work form The University of Alabama in May of 2018. She has always had a connection to Lifeline and was excited to join the team in January of 2016. Six years ago, the Lord confirmed her outlook on caring for orphans around the world and international adoption when close family friends adopted from Uganda and brought home a very special little boy that changed her life and heart forever. Brianna is thankful to be a part of the Eurasia team to serve families throughout their adoption journey! She is grateful for Lifeline and the opportunity to work for a gospel centered ministry who cares for vulnerable children all over the world. Jackie Francis joined Lifeline’s staff in October of 2019. In 2010 she was an intern at Lifeline. She is from Birmingham, Alabama. She serves on our International team completing home studies and post placements. Jackie received her degree from University of Alabama- Masters in Social Work. She is married to John and they have two children: Avery who is full of spunk and sass and Eli who is always on the move. Jackie is one of 3 sisters and has 3 nieces. Her family is very close and see each other often. She has a niece who was adopted domestically and that process sparked her passion for adoption. Jackie and her husband like to spend their free time with their kids, doing whatever makes them smile. This usually includes playing at the park or spending time with family. RESOURCESFor those seeking to adopt, we have recently produced an eBook to help you as you financially prepare for the journey. Filled with tips, resources, contact information for grant organizations, and more. To receive this free eBook or to learn more click the link in the notes below. Contact [email protected] for the ebook. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTSKarla Thrasher is the Director of International Adoption at Lifeline. She has a degree in social work from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She and her husband Jamie have three precious children, Michael, Mary Allison, and Lucy. She began working with Lifeline in 2001. She works with the international program as a crucial liaison and help for prospective parents. She serves the China program as our stateside liaison working with Lifeline’s expanding Special Needs Program, travel, and families seeking to expand their families through China adoption. “I sincerely enjoy watching our program grow and seeing families some together as a part of God’s perfect plan.” She also serves on Lifeline’s Post Adoption Team and is a TBRI Practitioner. Sara Wilson is the program manager for China. She joined Lifeline in May of 2019 and is originally from Florence, Alabama. She serves as a social worker on the China Team. Sara attended the University of North Alabama and received her Bachelor’s in social work. She also went to the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and received a Master of Arts degree in Church and Community Ministries. She just finished her Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Alabama. Her sweet parents live in Florence, Alabama where she grew up, and her younger brother is a college student in Montgomery, Alabama. Sara loves to read, canoe or kayak, find cool things in antique shops and thrift stores, watch soccer, and cheer for the Saints and Pelicans! Her 3 simple joys are reading a book (one for fun, not for school!), iced vanilla lattes, and watching documentaries! “My favorite thing about working at Lifeline is the way that I get to see James 1:27 lived out every day!” HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTSBeth Perez: Beth joined the Lifeline staff in August 2011. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Mobile in 2008 and continued her education at the University of Alabama, where she received a Master’s in Social Work in 2011. Beth is a licensed social worker and works with Lifeline’s Latin American program. She became a TBRI Practitioner in 2012. Beth has had the opportunity to travel overseas to several countries in Central & South America, Africa, Europe, and Asia. This has caused her to have a growing passion to serve others in foreign contexts for God’s glory. Beth firmly believes that God has blessed her with the exciting opportunity to serve children and families of all nations through working here at Lifeline. Ferrah Poe: Ferrah joined the Lifeline team in 2016 and is part of the Latin America department. She graduated from The University of Alabama at Birmingham with her Bachelors of Social Work. Ferrah feels called to work with children and has a passion for Latin American culture. She is fluent in Spanish and enjoys using her gifts to help further the gospel. She is grateful for Lifeline and their heart to share the hope of Christ and make the Gospel known.RESOURCESSign up for a new free resource for you and your family to use — Stand for Orphans VBS — features Bible lesson, craft, snack, song, and Scripture memory in each video. www.lifelinechild.org/stand-for-orphans-vbs-form Did you know we have hundreds of helpful articles, activity ideas, and other materials on our Resources Page? Topics covered include: adoption, attachment, siblings, medical needs, children’s behavioral challenges, birth parents, how to address grief and trauma, and more. Visit www.lifelinechild.org/resources. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTSOscar Perez: Oscar joined the Lifeline team in February of 2018 as our Colombia Orphan Care Coordinator. He’s originally from Cartagena, Colombia but now lives in Bogota, Colombia with his lovely wife, Beth, and puppy, Cocoa Reina. Their family really enjoys being able to serve the local church as well as adoptive families as they travel to Colombia to adopt their children. In his free time, Oscar enjoys exploring around the city and finding new things to do in Bogota. One of his favorite things is to show the families around when they are here adopting. He also loves spending time with friends and family. His favorite food is his mom’s special plate (fried fish, fried coconut rice, fried plantains and avocado salad), his wife’s southern spaghetti, Texas BBQ… and of course Chick-Fil-A. He will travel anywhere as long as he gets to spend time with his family and friends. If he HAD to choose, he would pick the beach and mountains. His three simple joys are doing ministry next to his wife, witnessing children joining their forever families, and getting to share good times with his family and close friends. His favorite thing about working at Lifeline is knowing that the team works with such a passion for the orphans’ cause. Beth Perez: Beth joined the Lifeline staff in August 2011. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Mobile in 2008 and continued her education at the University of Alabama, where she received a Master’s in Social Work in 2011. Beth is a licensed social worker and works with Lifeline’s Latin American program. She became a TBRI Practitioner in 2012. Beth has had the opportunity to travel overseas to several countries in Central & South America, Africa, Europe, and Asia. This has caused her to have a growing passion to serve others in foreign contexts for God’s glory. Beth firmly believes that God has blessed her with the exciting opportunity to serve children and families of all nations through working here at Lifeline.RESOURCESSign up for a new free resource for you and your family to use — Stand for Orphans VBS — features Bible lesson, craft, snack, song, and Scripture memory in each video. www.lifelinechild.org/stand-for-orphans-vbs-form Did you know we have hundreds of helpful articles, activity ideas, and other materials on our Resources Page? Topics covered include: adoption, attachment, siblings, medical needs, children’s behavioral challenges, birth parents, how to address grief and trauma, and more. Visit www.lifelinechild.org/resources. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

GUESTSSam Collier is a pastor, speaker, writer, and host of the “A Greater Story with Sam Collier” TV show and radio podcast. He is a speaker and host at North Point Ministries, founded by Andy Stanley, and he also communicates nationally and internationally as a speaker and contributor to the ReThink Group, Orange Network, Orange Tour, Alpha International Leadership Conference, Willow Creek Global Leadership Summit, Culture Conference, and more. He has also been interviewed on numerous TV shows, podcasts, and radio programs. Collier lives with his wife, Toni, and daughter in Atlanta, GA. Short summary of "A Greater Story" He was adopted by a black mom and dad at birth along with his twin sister (Sara). At 24 Steve Harvey helped find their birthmother who had 3 kids before she found out she was having twins and decided to make an adoption plan for them. They met their birthmother and siblings on the show. She had tried to get them back when they were 12 months old. Grew up near the Sweet Auburn district of ATL. Adoptive father owned a barber shop. Talented musician got suspended from school which ultimately the Lord used to save him. He had some opportunities, a record deal and the opportunity to become a big-time musician, but it never worked out, but he had to remember that God was in control. Struggled through losing his dream, depressed but then became choir director at a church. 2 years trained MLK’s niece’s daughter traveling the country with their family. Then had a nonprofit that worked in inner city schools to promote the gospel. Worked with Bernice King for 3 years to carry this “No Losing” message. Started attending Northpoint at invitation of his first white friend who worked there. Adoption said he and sister would never amount to anything. She was a straight A scholarship student and he played 6 instruments with a record deal at 16, I could go on. He is so thankful for all of the selfless choices that so many people in his life made. He seeks to help people “find their purpose, to surrender to that thing they can do day in and day out that will bring the most glory to God.” I do this work because I have seen what happens when we depart from that course, when we go our own way instead of Gods.” RESOURCESDid you know we have hundreds of helpful articles, activity ideas, and other materials on our Resources Page? Topics covered include: adoption, attachment, siblings, medical needs, children’s behavioral challenges, birth parents, how to address grief and trauma, and more. Visit www.lifelinechild.org/resources. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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.

Lifeline International Adoption - https://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/GUESTSJana Lombardo is the Senior Program Director of International Programs. She has been with Lifeline since 1992 after she graduated from Auburn with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She worked for six and a half years as a domestic social worker/ birthmother counselor until the birth of her first son Eli. She became a TBRI Practitioner in 2017. Jana and her husband, Luke, are also proud parents of another son, Gideon. Jana has been serving Lifeline for over twenty-two years and serves Lifeline as the program coordinator for Ukraine, Poland, Romania and Kyrgyzstan. She helps to oversee the Bulgaria and Hungary programs as well. This encompasses all of Lifeline’s Eastern European Countries and Kyrgyzstan.Brianna Thomas works as a social worker on Lifeline’s Eurasia team. Brianna graduated from the University of Montevallo in 2016 with a Bachelor’s in Social Work and received her Master’s in Social Work form The University of Alabama in May of 2018. She has always had a connection to Lifeline and was excited to join the team in January of 2016. Six years ago, the Lord confirmed her outlook on caring for orphans around the world and international adoption when close family friends adopted from Uganda and brought home a very special little boy that changed her life and heart forever. Brianna is thankful to be a part of the Eurasia team to serve families throughout their adoption journey! She is grateful for Lifeline and the opportunity to work for a gospel centered ministry who cares for vulnerable children all over the world. Brian and Sarah McKenney live near Chattanooga, Tennessee with their seven children, two of whom are adopted. Sarah homeschools their children and is acting ringleader of their family circus and Brian serves on the staff of Calvary Chapel Chattanooga as the Communication Director and hosts their weekend services. Brian and Sarah have a passion for God's Word and absolutely love their wonderful, difficult, crazy, blessed life with a family of 9.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline International Adoption - https://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/GUESTSBrooke Rowan is Lifeline’s Program manager and social worker for Haiti. Brooke began working with Lifeline in 2017. She graduated in 2015 with a BS in Psychology from UAB. During graduate school, she spent a few weeks in Uganda with Compassion International, continued on to serve as Director over a mission site with YouthWorks Inc. in Cincinnati, Ohio, and interned with Lifeline. These experiences furthered her desire to work for a non-profit whose mission was to not only advocate for the lives of vulnerable children, but share the love of Christ while doing so. She was thrilled to accept a full-time position with Lifeline after graduating from the University of Alabama with her MSW in May of 2017. Josh Caldwell is currently the Vice President of International Ministry at Lifeline. He is passionate about Christ’s name being made known among the nations. His desire in ministry is to share the name of Jesus, disciple others, and care for the fatherless around the world. Josh has a Bachelors degree from Samford University in Family Studies and a Masters of Arts in Teaching from Liberty University. He has been on staff at Valleydale Baptist and the Church at Brook Hills in the Birmingham, AL area serving in Children, Youth and Outreach ministries. Josh has also traveled to several countries on mission, leading teams of people in Central America, South America and Africa to share the name of Christ. Josh and his wife Staci reside in Birmingham, AL. In 2009, they felt called to international adoption. In 2011 they adopted their son Moses, from Uganda. In 2016, they adopted Richardson, from Haiti. Troy and Jimi Meyers are a Lifeline family who adopted from Haiti. In September of 2013, the Meyers family applied to adopt from Haiti. At the time, they were parents to two teenage sons, Colton and Luke. They recently brought home their children, Lyneda and Anderson, from Haiti in the midst of COVID-19. This family will share more about their story, but they are such a testament to God’s faithfulness through the process of adoption. The Meyers currently reside in Idaho and are bonding/attaching beautifully with their children during this season. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Counseling - lifelinechild.org/counselingGUESTSEric Frye, President of Waynes Environmental ServicesJosh Caldwell, VP of International MinistryOscar Perez, (un)adopted Latin America CoordinatorHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Counseling - lifelinechild.org/counselingR(un) for One - runforone5k.orgGUESTAngela Mains, MA, LPC, Program Director of Lifeline CounselingHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Stand for Orphans - standfororphans.orgR(un) for One - runforone5k.orgGUESTThe Rick & Bubba Show - https://www.rickandbubba.com/HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Pregnancy Counseling - pregnant.lifelinechild.orgGUESTDeanna Jewell, Senior Director of Health & Client Services at The Pregnancy NetworkDeanna has a Bachelor’s Degree in Ministry to Women from Moody Bible Institute and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Ministry to Women from Southeastern Theological Seminary. Deanna loves training and equipping staff and volunteers to empower women to choose life.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

R(un) for One - runforone5k.orgGUESTMichael Edwards, (un)adopted Program DirectorTarun ManogaromDr. Neil Anderson, Founder of Freedom in Christ MinistriesHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Parent Coaching - lifelinechild.org/parentcoachingGUESTSKarla Thrasher, Director of International Adoption at LifelineLauren McAfee - Lauren Green McAfee is a speaker, writer, connector and coffee enthusiast with a heart to engage others in the Bible. While pursuing her graduate degrees in pastoral counseling and theology, Lauren worked at Museum of the Bible from its founding days, until its opening in Washington DC. Today, she works at Hobby Lobby as Corporate Ambassador and is also pursuing a Ph.D. in Ethics and Public Policy. Lauren and her husband Michael live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Stand for Orphans - standfororphans.orgGUESTSAlton Hardy, Pastor and Founder of Urban Hope Community Church Eric Saunders, Campus Pastor at the McLean Bible Church Arlington CampusQuinton Dial, former NFL Defensive LinemanHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Join our COVID-19 response - lifelinechild.org/respondJourney Magazine - lifelinechild.org/[email protected]@lifelienchild.orgGUESTSAlex Sam - Everett MissionDaniel Ponraj - Shubh Sandesh FoundationHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Store - https://store.lifelinechild.org/GUESTSThomas Beavers, Pastor at New Rising Star Church in Birmingham, ALSharri Black, Casework Supervisor at LifelineClaire Davis, adoptive mother and Director of Domestic Casework Supervision at Lifeline Chris Johnson, adoptive father and National Director of Church Partnerships at Lifeline Amelia Johnson, daughter of Chris JohnsonHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

R(un) for One - runforone5k.orgBridge Educational Services - lifelinechild.org/bridgeGUESTSAnn Maura Hinton, Educational Specialist at Lifeline Children's Services - [email protected] Morton, VP of Engagement at Lifeline Children's ServicesHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Altar84 Global Orphan Care Network - lifelinechild.org/altar84GUESTDr. Heather Quagliana is an associate professor of psychology at Lee University in Cleveland, TN. Quagliana, a Lee alum, joined Lee’s faculty in 2008. She teaches courses such as Childhood Disorders and Intervention Strategies, Child Development, Personality Theory, and Community Psychology. Prior to Lee, she taught at Community Christian College in Redlands, California, and at Azusa Pacific University. Quagliana has a passion for research that measures teaching effectiveness in the classroom, particularly outcomes associated with service learning. Quagliana’s clinical work and research focuses on children and families. Her specializations include foster care of children, childhood trauma, ADHD, Autism, and expressive therapies. She has a passion for better understanding the integration of Christian faith and psychology. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

$500 International Scholarship - lifelinechild.org/scholarshipFoster Care - https://lifelinechild.org/family-restoration/GUESTJennifer Travis, LICSW, TBRI Practitioner, Foster Care Program Director at LifelineCara Loy, LMSW, Foster Care Social Worker at LifelineHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Altar84 - Global Orphan Care Network - https://lifelinechild.org/gocn/GUESTRaphael Kajjubi is the pastor of King Jesus Church in Busega, Uganda. He and his wife, Alan, began their ministry with the vision to make Christ known in a prominently Muslim community. They found that the deaf and blind were one of the most under-served populations in the community. In partnership with Lifeline’s (un)adopted ministry, Pastor Raphael leads the Busega Community School for the Blind and Deaf- where students hear the gospel of Jesus Christ and are equipped with sign language, job skills, discipleship, and more.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

$500 International Adoption Scholarship - lifelinechild.org/scholarshipHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Trusting The God of The GospelGUESTArthur Woods - After serving 7.5 years as a Student Pastor at a church in Lititz PA. he left that position to begin pursuing vocational orphan care. Currently he teaches and speaks on Adoption, Foster Care and Orphan Care. He is a Regional Coordinator for CAFO’s annual Orphan Sunday / Stand Sunday event. He is on the Board of Directors of Camp Orchard Hill – a large, youth camp in North Eastern Pennsylvania and is a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). He has a bachelors degree in Youth Ministry from Lancaster Bible College and a masters degree in Student & Family Ministry from Capital Bible Seminary. His wife, Liz and I have been married for almost 20 years. And are currently certified as foster parents as well as CRR Treatment parents. He is also the author of the resource Trusting The God of The Gospel - Helping You Disciple Your Adopted Teenager.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Bridge Educational Services - lifelinechild.org/bridgeGUESTRick Burgess has been the cohost of the “Rick and Bubba Show” since 1994, a nationally syndicated radio show which airs to 1.2 million people weekly. Rick has coauthored multiple New York Times bestselling books that are autobiographical in nature, but his latest release is a 40-day devotional designed to disciple men, a personal passion and calling from the Lord. "How to Be a Man, the Pursuit of Christ-Centered Masculinity" is coauthored by Andy Blanks and was released by Iron Hill Press in 2017. Rick has appeared on various radio and television shows including Fox and Friends and the Sean Hannity Show as a commentator and guest.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

$500 International Adoption Scholarship - lifelinechild.org/scholarshipTeam of VipersGUESTCliff Sims is a former senior communications aide to President Donald J. Trump and author of the New York Times bestselling book Team of Vipers: My 500 Extraordinary Days in the Trump White House. Cliff is currently the President & CEO of Telegraph Creative, one of the country’s top boutique marketing, advertising and digital transformation agencies. Through his consulting firm, C.D. Sims & Co., he also helps corporations, CEOs and public figures with a wide range of public affairs, communications and media needs.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Lifeline Counseling - lifelinechild.org/counselingR(un) for One - runforone5k.orgGUESTSAngela Mains, MA, LPC, Program Director of Lifeline CounselingAshley Yeager, LICSW, PIP, TBRI® Practitioner, Family TherapistHOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children’s Services 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. Web: lifelinechild.orgEmail: [email protected], Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechildThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify