Back-to-School: Nurturing Minds and Souls with Christian Education
In this episode of the Defender Podcast, host Dr. Rick Morton discuss back-to-school challenges and the importance of education with guests Ann Maura Hinton, Director of Bridge Educational Services, and her husband, Robbie Hinton, from Cary Christian School in North Carolina. They emphasize the significance of a holistic approach to education that nurtures both the mind and soul, aligning with a biblical worldview. Robbie highlights the role of Christian education in shaping children's character and spiritual growth, urging parents to prepare their hearts and their children's hearts for the school year. The conversation touches on the importance of community, relationships, and the responsibility of parents to guide their children in interpreting and internalizing truth from a Christian perspective. Robbie also offers advice for parents whose children are in non-Christian schools, emphasizing prayer, preparation, and fostering resilience and joy in their children's learning journeys.
GUEST
Robbie Hinton is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Knoxville with a degree in Marketing and holds a master's degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. He served as a pastor with the Presbyterian Church of America for 10 years and has been a headmaster in classical Christian education for the past 20 years. Currently, Robbie is the headmaster at Cary Christian School in Cary, NC. The best thing about Robbie is that he is married to Ann Maura Hinton, who serves on the Bridge team at Lifeline.
HOST
GUEST
Robbie Hinton is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Knoxville with a degree in Marketing and holds a master's degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. He served as a pastor with the Presbyterian Church of America for 10 years and has been a headmaster in classical Christian education for the past 20 years. Currently, Robbie is the headmaster at Cary Christian School in Cary, NC. The best thing about Robbie is that he is married to Ann Maura Hinton, who serves on the Bridge team at Lifeline.
HOST
Herbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.
CO-HOST
Dr. Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.
BRIDGE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
When children struggle to reach their potential in learning, it can be really difficult. Bridge Educational Services is here to support you in public, private, or homeschooling settings. Our services provide resources and tutoring built on God’s design and modern brain science, creating a learning environment that values the whole child.
As the new school year begins, you might be seeking additional help or support for your child.We offer educational screenings, one-on-one therapy, and consulting to help families navigate their child’s educational journey. To learn more, visit LifelineChild.org/Bridge.
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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Creators and Guests
Host
Rick Morton
As Vice President of Engagement, Rick Morton shepherds the ministry’s outreach to individual, church, 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. Prior to Lifeline, Rick served for 15 years as a college and seminary professor, and 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. Rick and his lovely wife Denise have been married for over 32 years, and they have 3 children, all of whom joined their family through international adoption. God has continued to grow their family, and he now enjoys the role of “Doc” to his precious granddaughter!
Guest
Ann Maura Hinton
Ann Maura joined the Lifeline team in August of 2017 and serves as the Director of Bridge Educational Services. She brings with her over 25 years teaching experiences in a variety of different settings and with a variety of different disabilities. She loves to learn and is constantly looking for new ways to help build a bridge from frustration to hope alongside families in need. She is a certified Cognitive Developmental Therapist and has earned her master’s and undergraduate degree in Special Education. Originally from Madisonville, TN, she headed to the University of Tennessee and earned her master’s degree in special education. Ann Maura is a wife and mom of three, and she loves spending time with them.
Guest
Robbie Hinton
Robbie Hinton is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Knoxville with a degree in Marketing and holds a master's degree from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Mississippi. He served as a pastor with the Presbyterian Church of America for 10 years and has been a headmaster in classical Christian education for the past 20 years. Currently, Robbie is the headmaster at Cary Christian School in Cary, NC. The best thing about Robbie is that he is married to Ann Maura Hinton, who serves on the Bridge team at Lifeline.