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**The Defender Podcast**

The Defender Podcast collection 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 collection will provide encouragement, inspiration, and ways to connect with others who have a heart for the orphan.

Latest Episodes:

Mothering with Scarlet Hiltibidal May 10, 2023

Show notes

Today on the podcast, in honor of Mother's Day and Birth Mother's Day coming up, Scarlet Hiltibidal, an international adoptive mom, joins and shares about her journey of motherhood and what it looks like in biological forms but also what it looks like in its adoption form.

GUEST

Scarlet Hiltibidal has three daughters, one brought home through international adoption. She is also an author of several books, including "Afraid of All the Things," "You're the Worst Person in the World," and the "Anxious" bible study, and many other books. She writes regularly for Parent Life magazine, Home Life magazine, and "She Reads Truth." She, her husband, and family live in southern California.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

The ministries carried out through Lifeline are only possible because of partnerships with the Body of Christ.
When others give their time, knowledge, and resources, we can continue working together to live out God’s call to care for the vulnerable.
Vessels of Hope is our faithful community of monthly donors. We would love for you to join this incredible group that helps provide stable ministry month in and month out.
Visit https://lifelinechild.org/monthly-giving/ to impact lives and spread the gospel around the world.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
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Navigating Grief Part 3 - Adult Adoptee Perspective May 03, 2023

Show notes

We are glad you joined us for part three of the grief series! Julie Scott, an adult adoptee, recently shared her testimony at Rooted in Love, Lifeline's conference for parents walking through the adoption process. Today, we listen to her share the joys and struggles of her story and how the Lord was present throughout it all. She shares how she navigated grief coming from the perspective of an adult adoptee.

GUEST

Julie Scott is an adoptive mom and an adult adoptee. She was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

Children across the globe are waiting for a family, and the need for families is growing.
We know that finances can be a barrier to families answering the call to adopt. That’s why we are excited for the opportunity to offer a scholarship for families pursuing international adoption.
Families who apply for a full international program through May 31, 2023 are eligible for a Hope Adoption Fund scholarship, starting at $1,000.
See our show notes or visit http://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/ to find more information or fill out a pre-application.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
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Part 2: Summers Family Story - Raising a Child with Autism Apr 26, 2023

Show notes

We are glad you joined us for part two of the podcast with the Summers family! Today, we are joined by Katie and Taylor Summers who adopted their son, Jonas, from Hungary. They talk about the gift of adoption and the blessings and challenges of being parents. They share their experiences raising and caring for a child with autism.

GUEST

Taylor and Katie Summers adopted their son Jonas from Hungary in 2022 at the age of 2. They matched with Jonas in July of 2022, and he was home in October. They stayed in Hungary for roughly six weeks where they bonded and connected with their son prior to coming home. Katie is a Nurse Practitioner and Taylor runs a Nonprofit in Kenya called Zoe Ministries. They have a heart for overseas mission work and carrying out the call of adoption.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

With summer quickly approaching, now is a great time to fit in learning sessions with Bridge Educational Services.
Bridge was created to walk alongside you to help your children reach their educational potential.
Provides cognitive development evaluations and personalized educational support, whether in-office or online.
Visit https://lifelinechild.org/bridge-educational-services/ for more information and to schedule an appointment.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Part 1: Summers Family Story - Raising a Child with Autism Apr 19, 2023

Show notes

Today, we are joined by Katie and Taylor Summers who adopted their son, Jonas, from Hungary. They talk about the gift of adoption and the blessings and challenges of being parents. They share their experiences raising and caring for a child with autism. Join us next week for part two of this series!

GUEST

Taylor and Katie Summers adopted their son Jonas from Hungary in 2022 at the age of 2. They matched with Jonas in July of 2022, and he was home in October. They stayed in Hungary for roughly six weeks where they bonded and connected with their son prior to coming home. Katie is a Nurse Practitioner and Taylor runs a Nonprofit in Kenya called Zoe Ministries. They have a heart for overseas mission work and carrying out the call of adoption.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

At Lifeline, we know that growing as a healthy family can be challenging, especially in light of trauma.
We’ve created an online video library for you to find helpful information, insight, and resources that can help you on your family’s journey.
Register for free at https://lifelinechild.org/online-learning-experience/ to access available resources.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Conversation with Lisa Qualls and Melissa Corkum Apr 12, 2023

Show notes

Today, we will be talking with Lisa Qualls and Melissa Corkum, authors of their new book called Reclaimed Compassion: The Adoptive Parent's Guide to Overcoming Blocked Care with Neuroscience and Faith. They discuss that and their work in the adoption and foster care community.

GUEST

Lisa Qualls is the author of The Connected Parent (with Dr. Karyn Purvis), a TBRI Practitioner and a Christian spiritual director. As a birth mom and adoptive mom, she writes and speaks with wisdom about the challenges and beauty of adoption. Lisa and her husband Russ live in Idaho and have twelve children and two granddaughters.
As an adoptee and adoptive mom, Melissa Corkum provides insight and resources to adoptees and their parents through her writing, coaching, and speaking. She is a Safe and Sound Protocol Practitioner and Certified Enneagram Coach. Melissa and her husband, Patrick, live in Maryland and have six kids and two grandchildren.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

Mission Kid is a free resource for churches or families to perfectly complement your camp, Backyard Bible Club, VBS, or other ministry program for children.
New for this year is Mission Kid India! We will journey to India and explore how God is working through our partners to share eternal hope through practical care and the gospel.
Lifeline’s curriculum includes lesson materials such as daily videos, teaching guides, and promotional materials like printable flyers and graphics to use on social media.
Visit https://lifelinechild.org/mission-kid/ for more details.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Celebrating Easter Apr 05, 2023

Show notes

Today, Dr. Rick Morton and Herbie Newell will be leading us through a discussion talking about our risen Savior and celebrating Easter.

GUEST

Dr. Rick Morton is the VP of Engagement at Lifeline and Herbie Newell is the President and Executive Director at Lifeline.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

During the month of April, Pelican’s SnoBalls is partnering with Lifeline to care for vulnerable children and families.
Pelican's SNOBALLS has almost 200 stores in 14 states, and participating stores are matching donations dollar for dollar up to $10,000 during the month of April!
Visit https://pelicanssnoballs.com/locations/ to find a location near you.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Navigating Grief Part 2 - Birth & Foster Parents Mar 29, 2023

Show notes

Today, in part two of the grief series, we will be talking about navigating grief in context of the gospel and from the perspective of birth families and foster families.

GUEST

Traci Newell is the Director of Church Programs (LBSW, Master Trainer, TIPS-MAPP, TBRI® Practitioner) at Lifeline Children's Services. She has been at Lifeline since 2003. She has a plethora of experience working with birth/biological families and foster families.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

Parent Coaching is a service available for any parent who needs additional insight into their child’s behavior.
Each session is tailored to each family’s specific needs.
They are filled with proven tools and techniques to use in building additional strengths in parenting.
Visit lifelinechild.org/parent-coaching for more information and to be connected with a Lifeline staff member.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Navigating Grief - Adoptive Family Perspective Mar 22, 2023

Show notes

Today we will be talking about navigating grief in context of the gospel and from the perspective of an adoptive parent.

GUEST

Lane Jackson is an adoptive mom at Lifeline. Melinda Nell, MSW, is a domestic specialist at Lifeline. The Jackson family has experienced several matches and placements not working out before the placement of their daughter. Before that, they experienced grief in the infertility journey. They were also one of Lifeline's longest waiting families when they accepted placement – they were in process for several years and were so open-handed, ready to say yes to every case they saw and ready for what the Lord had for them. Melinda Nell was their caseworker for 4-5 months of their entire 2+ year adoption process.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES — North Macedonia

Lifeline is relaunching our North Macedonia international adoption program!
We are interested in working with families to serve as a pilot family in this program.
Visit https://lifelinechild.org/international-adoption/ to get more information and to apply.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Social Work Month and an Adoption Story Mar 15, 2023

Show notes

In honor of National Social Work Month, one of Lifeline's amazing social workers, Susannah Ayers, joins the podcast alongside of Jeremy Simpson, Lifeline's Senior Director of Operations/Alabama State Director to share the adoption story of Jeremy's daughter through Lifeline's India program. Susannah was the social worker throughout the whole adoption process for Jeremy and his wife, Courtney. In this episode, you will hear about the immense impact social workers have on others' lives and Jeremy and Courtney's heart for and journey to adopting their daughter.

GUEST

Susannah Ayers, LMSW, is a licensed social worker for the India program at Lifeline Children's Services. Jeremy Simpson is the Senior Director of Operations/Alabama State Director at Lifeline. He and his wife Courtney adopted their daughter through the India program at Lifeline.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

At Lifeline, we are grateful for our social workers and the immense care and compassion they bring to our families.
Our social workers serve families as they walk alongside families in joyous and difficult journeys. They are essential to God’s ministry through Lifeline.
This social worker month, we celebrate all they are and all they do for God’s glory at Lifeline.
If you’d like to join our team as a social worker visit https://lifelinechild.org/careers/ to see open positions around the country.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

International Women's Day - Our Global Partners Mar 08, 2023

Show notes

In honor of International Women's Day, two of our global partners join the podcast to talk about the difference God is making through the work they have done and the work they continue to do in orphan care in India. Tara and Sitara Manogarom join the podcast to talk about their home in India for orphaned girls and how God has worked through this ministry since 2007.

GUEST

Lifeline's (un)adopted ministry partners with a ministry in India. This ministry runs a home for orphaned girls. A husband and wife opened the Home in 2007 with three girls. Now they provide a home for 17+ girls. The husband lost his battle to COVID in 2020, yet his wife and children continue his legacy of caring for the girls and sharing the hope of Jesus. Tara is the wife who helped start this home and Sitara is her daughter. They both help run the home where the girls are thriving.

HOST

Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.

CO-HOST

Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.

RESOURCES

As we see the needs of the vulnerable around the world every day, we can often feel helpless to make a difference.
But we know that every man and woman, girl and boy are made in God’s image and deserve to be known, loved, and to know God's goodness.
You can be part of showing others their value in Christ by joining us in caring for vulnerable around the world.
See our show notes or visit https://lifelinechild.org/global-orphan-care/ to find out more.

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.
Web: lifelinechild.org
Email: info@lifelinechild.org
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild
The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify
The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

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