The Defender Podcast

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Caleb’s Story with the Gwyn Family Part I Sep 05, 2017

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In part one of this story, Herbie Newell talks with the Gwyn family about traveling to India to be with their son, Caleb (formerly Sahil) as he fought for his life, and their faith and perseverance through this time.

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A Heart for Africa, but Adoption Isn’t Possible Sep 01, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Meredith Campbell about how families can still participate in caring for vulnerable children in Africa, even when countries are closed and adoption isn’t possible.

https://lifelinechild.org/unadopted/

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Interview with Randall Goodgame Aug 31, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Randall Goodgame about his Slugs & Bugs albums and helping children participate in family worship and learn the Bible

Randall Goodgame:
Twitter: @randallgoodgame or @slugsandbugs
Instagram @randallgoodgame
SlugsandBugs.com

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Meredith Campbell and the Sovereignty of God in a Failed Adoption Aug 29, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Meredith Campbell about the sovereignty of God in failed adoptions and her experience with families struggling through this process.

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Interview with Pastor David Prince Aug 29, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell interviews Pastor David Prince from Ashland Avenue Baptist Church and discuss how Pastors can get their church engaged with orphan care.

David Prince:
Twitter: @davideprince and @princepreaching
Latest Book: https://www.amazon.com/Arena-Promise-Sports-Christian-Discipleship/dp/143369025X/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie

Ashland Avenue Baptist:
twitter: @Ashland_lex
Web: ashlandlex.org

Lifeline Children’s Sevices

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How the Church Can Serve Kids in Foster Care Aug 28, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Lifeline Domestic Staff members Christie Mac Segars and Jennifer Travis about the needs of children in foster care in the United States and how the Church can be the answer.

lifelinechild.org/fostering

lifelinechild.org/foster-parenting

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Qiu Yang and the History of Lifeline China Part II Aug 25, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Qiu Yang (Lily) about the origins of Lifeline’s China program and the impact it is having on both children and caseworkers in the region.

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Qiu Yang and the History of Lifeline China Part I Aug 23, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Qiu Yang (Lily) about the origins of Lifeline’s China program and the impact it is having on both children and caseworkers in the region.

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The Solar Eclipse and the Glory of God Aug 22, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell discusses the Great American Eclipse of August 21, 2017 and the Glory of God.

Article – http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2017/08/20/are-solar-eclipses-proof-god.html

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Iceland, Charlie Gard, and the Sanctity of Human Life Aug 21, 2017

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In this episode Herbie Newell discusses topics such as Iceland’s “elimination” of down syndrome, the Charlie Gard case, and the sanctity of human life.

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/down-syndrome-iceland/?linkId=40953194

http://lifelinechild.org/the-hike-adopting-a-child-with-down-syndrome/

http://www.nads.org

To apply to to adopt a child with special needs – https://lifelinechild.org/apply/

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