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The Defender Podcast

Lifeline Children's Services

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The Defender Podcast is a ministry of Lifeline Children's Services where we seek to equip the body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children and families. We hope this podcast will provide encouragement, inspiration, and ways to connect with others who have a heart for the orphan.
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The Defender Bible Study

Lifeline Children's Services

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The Defender Bible Study is a weekly study of God’s Word as we seek to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to orphans and vulnerable children. This podcast is a ministry of Lifeline Children's Services.
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Get Real presents frank and fearless conversations about mental health and disability, including people with lived experience, frontline workers in the sector, as well as policymakers and advocates. Get Real is produced and hosted by Emily Webb and co-hosted by Karenza Louis-Smith on behalf of ermha365 Complex Mental Health and Disability Services provider (https://www.ermha.org/).
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In this episode, Dr. Rick Morton interviews Dr. David Dockery at the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Dockery, a member of Lifeline’s pastoral advisory board, shares his appreciation for Lifeline Children’s Services and their mission to support vulnerable children and families. Dr. Dockery highlights his involvement with the International Alliance …
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Chris Johnson, Sr. Director of Church Partnerships & External Advocacy at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 11:1-15. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 tran…
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Herbie Newell, Executive Director & President at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 9:6-10:18. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 a…
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In this episode of the Defender Podcast, hosts Rick Morton and Herbie Newell engage in a heartfelt discussion with Pastor Greg Matte of Houston’s First Baptist Church about the church’s adoption and foster care ministry. Pastor Matte shares his journey from being vocal about anti-abortion stances to actively supporting adoption as a proactive measu…
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Blake Wilson, Vice President of Operations at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 8:16-9:5. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 t…
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Join us as we sit down with Casey Stevens, who shares his family's inspiring journey from facing infertility to adopting their first son, Alek, from Kyrgyzstan in 2016 through Lifeline Children's Services. Blessed with three more sons, Micah, Jude, and Elijah, Casey's lively and love-filled home is a testament to resilience and faith. Casey discuss…
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Rick Morton, Sr. VP of Engagement at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 8: 1-15 LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 disc…
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In this episode of the CPCJ podcast series, Multimedia Editor Pat Chibbaro interviews Daniel Y. Cho and Jessica D. Blum, authors of the article entitled, "Eyeing Risks: A Critical Analysis of the Use of Periorbital Steroids in Fronto-orbital Advancement" (coauthored by Nicole Kurnik, Jordan W. Swanson, Srinivas M. Susarla, Jesse A. Taylor, Richard …
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On today's episode of the Defender podcast, join us for an inspiring conversation with Scott and Lynne Watson, a devoted couple with a heart for philanthropy and family. Married for over 40 years, they've embarked on incredible cycling adventures, including a 3,400-mile journey across the USA, raising $700,000 for charity. Now, they're gearing up f…
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Chris Johnson, Sr. Director of Church Partnerships & External Advocacy, leads the discussion of 2 Corinthians 6:11-7:16 LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 b…
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In this episode of the Defender podcast, Herbie Newell and Rick Morton are joined by Jonathan Leeman from 9 Marks to discuss the importance of biblical faithfulness and caring for vulnerable children in the church. Leeman shares his insights on what it means to be a New Testament church, emphasizing the role of Christians in demonstrating justice a…
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Send us a Text Message. This is an edited version of our 2020 two-part podcast Celebrating PARCs, hosted by Chief Marketing Officer Robyn Haydon. Prevention and Recovery Care services (PARCs) are short and extended residential and day programs that provides 24-hour support in a “home-like” environment to people experiencing mental ill health and wh…
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Herbie Newell, Executive Director & President at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 6:1-10. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 …
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In this episode of The Defender Podcast, recorded last year at the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, host Rick Morton interviews Jeremy Carlson of WTA Media, exploring his journey in faith-based media and his family's involvement in foster care and adoption. Their connection, rooted in their collaboration on the movie "Lifemark," has…
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Blake Wilson, Vice President of Operations at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 2:5-17. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 …
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Join Dr. Samaneh Wilkinson and Rick Couldry as they discuss the landscape of the post pandemic workforce in healthcare. Potential staff shortages, burnout, and changes in staffing responsibilities are just some of the challenges leaders are facing. What should leaders know moving forward to build a whole person culture in healthcare.…
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In celebration of Father's Day, join us for an episode featuring Chip McKenzie, whose life underscores the profound impact of fatherhood through domestic adoption. Chip's journey has seen him navigate the twists of marriage, career transitions, and the joys of raising five children with his high school sweetheart, Melissa. Their family expanded thr…
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Jeremy Simpson, Global Orphan Care Director, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 4. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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. …
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In this episode of the CPCJ podcast series, Multimedia Editor Pat Chibbaro interviews Jessica L Williams, Kari M Lien and Gregory Allen, authors of the article entitled, "Feeding Management and Palate Repair Timing in Infants with Cleft Palate with and without Pierre Robin Sequence: A Multisite Study" (coauthored by Richard Kirschner, Kathy Chapman…
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In this episode of The Defender Podcast, host Rick Morton sets the stage for a heartwarming conversation between Lifeline's Senior Director of International Adoption, Karla Thrasher, and special guests Amy and Jillian Hart. Listeners are invited into the intimate world of the Hart family's adoption journey, where Amy reflects on the decision to pur…
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Nate Bruns, Kansas & Missouri State Director, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 3. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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.…
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In this episode of the Defender podcast, we share an interview with children's book authors Jackie Darby and Aixa de López, creators of "Whose Am I? /¿De quién soy?" In this heartwarming episode, the authors share insights into their collaborative work, a captivating narrative that delves into adoption, redemption, and the quest for identity in Chr…
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Chris Johnson, Sr. Director of Church Partnerships & External Advocacy, explores the significance of Memorial Day in this special Defender Bible study podcast episode. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 ch…
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In this episode of The Defender Podcast, we explore Lifeline Children's Services' Heritage Builders program alongside guests Sean and Jenny Miller. The Millers share their inspiring journey with Heritage Builders, shedding light on their personal connection and commitment to serving the foster care community. Through engaging dialogue, we uncover t…
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Blake Wilson, Vice President of Operations at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 2:5-17. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 …
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In this episode of The Defender Podcast, we are joined by foster parents Matthew and Makyna Hart. They share their heartfelt journey of opening their hearts and home to vulnerable children. Against the backdrop of National Foster Care Month, we delve into Lifeline's mission to mobilize the Body of Christ to support foster families, birth families, …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Kimberley Irwin and Ian Graham from Change Mental Health in Scotland to talk about the Distress Brief Intervention (DBI) Programme, which was developed and first piloted in 2016 in parts of Scotland to respond to the needs of people experiencing distress. DBI is now an established p…
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Herbie Newell, Executive Director & President at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 an…
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In this special re-aired episode of The Defender Podcast, we delve into the depths of motherhood with Scarlet Hiltibidal, an international adoptive mom. As we approach Mother's Day and Birth Mother's Day, Scarlet shares her poignant journey of motherhood, offering insights into both its biological and adoptive forms. GUEST Scarlet Hiltibidal has th…
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Join Drs Christy Forehand and Ashley Taylor, critical care pharmacists, in the discussion of their recent work evaluating evening clinical pharmacist services in an ICU setting. Their work has revealed significant interventions in optimizing patient care and identifying substantial cost savings and cost avoidance. Read the full article here.…
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Chris Johnson, Sr. Director of Church Partnerships & External Advocacy, leads the introduction of 2 Corinthians and a discussion on 2 Corinthians 1:1-11. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 the…
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In this episode of the Defender podcast, we honor Birth Mother's Day. Dr. Rick Morton welcome listeners into a special conversation featuring one of Lifeline's Pregnancy Counselors, Lauren Eddie, along with two remarkable birth mothers. Together, they discuss the significance of Birth Mother's Day, sharing personal insights, emotions, and reflectio…
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Herbie Newell, Executive Director & President at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 16 closing out our time in 1 Corinthians. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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…
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In this episode of "The Defender Podcast," we explore the synergy of therapeutic integration. Lifeline's very own, Angela Mains, talks with host Dr. Rick Morton to uncover how blending modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing fosters holistic healing. Join us as we navigate the pathways to wellness, reveal…
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Dr. Rick Morton, Sr. VP of Engagement at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 15:20-58. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 mak…
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In this episode of the Defender Podcast, hosts Herbie Newell and Rick Morton engage in a discussion on Child Abuse Prevention with guest Julie Lowe, a highly experienced author, speaker, and counselor. With over two decades of expertise in counseling and advocacy for vulnerable children, Julie offers invaluable insights into the nuanced understandi…
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Blake Wilson, Vice President of Operations at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 15:12-19. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 t…
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In this episode, host Rick Morton is joined by Ann Maura Hinton to delve into the transformative power of Camp Empower, Lifeline's trauma-informed day camp designed to serve children with academic, relational, and emotional differences. With Camp Empower's focus on equipping children with social, emotional, and cognitive development skills, Ann Mau…
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Join Drs Andrea Sikora and Christy Forehand in the discussion of their recent work with using a medication regimen complexity score to evaluate potential relationships between the score and medication errors in the ICU setting. What they found was surprising. What is to come with future research is exciting. Read the full article here.…
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In this episode of the CPCJ podcast series, Multimedia Editor Pat Chibbaro interviews Julieta Moreno-Villagómez, author of the article entitled, "Health-Related Quality of Life in Mexican Children and Adolescents with Non-Syndromic Craniosynostosis" (coauthored by Miguel Castillo-Mimila, Guillermina Yáñez-Téllez, Belén Prieto-Corona and Antonio Gar…
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In this episode of the Defender Podcast, host Rick Morton delves into the transformative power of play in parenting with guest, Ann Maura Hinton. They explore how playful engagement with children not only fosters joy and connection but also aids in cognitive development and emotional well-being. Drawing from personal experiences and scientific insi…
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Dr. Rick Morton, Sr. VP of Engagement at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 14. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 disc…
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Send us a Text Message. This is a special episode in recognition of International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) which happens every year on March 31. This day is for learning more about and celebrating the lives and achievements of transgender people. Our theme for this episode is inclusion for transgender and gender diverse people and why i…
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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…
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Herbie Newell, Executive Director & President at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 13. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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 m…
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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 Interna…
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Blake Wilson, Vice President of Operations at Lifeline, leads a discussion on 1 Corinthians 12:1-31. LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The 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…
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