Herbie Newell
Herbie Newell serves as the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services, holds an MBA in Accounting from Samford University and brings years of experience from his work as an independent auditor at WAKM Companies, LLC. Serving as Lifeline's Executive Director since 2003, Herbie has significantly expanded international outreach, obtained licensure in 17 states, and led the establishment of the foster care arm. A passionate advocate, he co-founded (un)adopted in 2009, focusing on equipping orphaned children with life skills for community transformation. Herbie, also the author of "Image Bearers: Shifting from Pro-birth to Pro-Life," emphasizes that being pro-life extends beyond opposing abortion, urging a broader ethic that includes fighting for racial equality and embracing every individual with the love of Christ. Herbie and his wife, Ashley, reside in Birmingham, Alabama, and are the parents to three children.
Appears in 550 Episodes
Advent Day 9
This is Episode 9 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 8
This is Episode 8 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 7
This is Episode 7 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 6
This is Episode 6 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 5
This is Episode 5 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 4
This is Episode 4 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 3
This is Episode 3 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 2
This is Episode 2 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Advent Day 1
This is Episode 1 in Lifeline’s Advent podcast series.
Thriving During the Holidays with Kids from Hard Places
Join us as Herbie Newell prepares us for Advent and Rick Morton talks with Lynn Beckett on thriving during the holidays with kids from hard places who may struggle wit...
Matt Mason on Preaching Gospel Driven Justice
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Matt Mason, Senior Pastor at The Church at Brook Hills, about the importance of preaching gospel driven justice.
Foster Care in America
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with foster/adoptive mom Cathy Leeke on foster care in America.
Learning to Care for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Kim Christenberry about caring for deaf and hard of hearing children.
Why the Church is the Answer to the Orphan Crisis with Brad Evangelista
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Pastor Brad Evangelista about why the local church is the answer to caring for orphan and vulnerable children.
Orphan Sunday with Billy Chondwe
Join us as Dr. Rick Morton talks with Pastor Billy CHondwe, CEO of Together Africa Without Orphans and visionary behind the Orphan Sunday
Engaging with Orphan Care Partners and Orphanages in India
Join us as Herbie Newell and Josh Caldwell share an update from their time in India where they are meeting with orphan care partners, local orphanages, churches, and f...
Successful Orphan and Vulnerable Children Ministry in Your Church
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Anita Bucher and Traci Newell to talk about having a successful orphan care ministry in your church to care for vulnerable children...
Jedd Medefind and the Definition of an Orphan and Vulnerable Child
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Jedd Medefind abou Orphan Sunday and what it means to be an orphaned and vulnerable child.
Biblical Marriage and Parenting with Dr. Randy Stinson
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Dr. Randy Stinson about family, parenting, and adoption.
The McAfee Family
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Michael and Lauren Green McAfee about their call to adopt and their current adoption journey.
Staff Spotlight: Lt. Col. Chris Leist
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Lt. Col. Chris Leist in our staff spotlight series.
Things Parents Need to Know about Occupational Therapy
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Taylor Calame about children and therapy. Taylor Calame is an adoptive mom, ABA therapist and Unadopted volunteer.
When Should I Consider Post Adoption Counseling?
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with about when an adoptive family should consider seeking post-adoption counseling services.
Adoption, Discipleship, Teaching, and Raising Children with Heather Platt
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Heather Platt about adoption, discipleship, teaching, and raising children.
Share the Story: Dasha Grace
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Dasha Grace who will be special guests at Lifeline's 2018 Fundraising Dinner.
Birthmother Myths with Christy Harmon
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Christy Harmon to debunk common myths about women who place their babies for adoption. More Info: pregnant.lifelinechild.org Email...
China Social Work Training Recap with Karla Roozen Thrasher
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with China Program Director Karla Roozen Thrasher about their recent trip to China where they provided social work training.
Share the Story: Deric and Heather Thomas
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Deric and Heather Thomas who will be special guests at Lifeline's 2018 Fundraising Dinner. lifelinechild.org/sharethestory Use th...
37 Years of Defending the Fatherless
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Jana Lombardo and Karla Thrasher about Lifeline's 37th anniversary of serving orphaned and vulnerable children.
30 Days of Hope with Jennifer Phillips
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Jennifer Phillips about her new book and initiative with Lifeline called 30 Days of Hope.