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 563 Episodes
Ordinary Chapter 3 – Care for the Vulnerable
In this episode David Wooten examines Chapter Three of Tony Merida's book Ordinary focusing on "Care for the Vulnerable".
Ordinary Chapter 2 – Kingdom Hospitality
In this episode Blake Wilson examines Chapter Two of Tony Merida's book Ordinary focusing on "Kingdom Hospitality".
Ordinary Chapter 1 – Neighbor Love
In this episode Herbie Newell examines Chapter One of Tony Merida's book Ordinary focusing on loving your neighbor.
Disillusioned in Spite of the Sovereignty of God
In this episode Herbie Newell reflects on the September 11th terrorist attacks and how Christians should view worldly events in relation to the sovereignty of God.
Introduction to “Ordinary” by Tony Merida
In this episode Rick Morton introduces us to the book "Ordinary" by Tony Merida that Lifeline staff are currently reading and studying together.
Caleb’s Story with the Gwyn Family Part II
In part two of this story, Herbie Newell talks with the Gwyn family about God's faithfulness and bringing their son Caleb home from India.
Caleb’s Story with the Gwyn Family Part I
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, an...
A Heart for Africa, but Adoption Isn’t Possible
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 ar...
Interview with Randall Goodgame
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.
Meredith Campbell and the Sovereignty of God in a Failed Adoption
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 pr...
Interview with Pastor David Prince
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.
How the Church Can Serve Kids in Foster Care
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 Unit...
Qiu Yang and the History of Lifeline China Part II
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 ...
Qiu Yang and the History of Lifeline China Part I
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 ...
India Focus with Meredith Campbell
In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Meredith Campbell about the relatively new India adoption program at lifeline and the pilot families that are coming home.
The Solar Eclipse and the Glory of God
In this episode Herbie Newell discusses the Great American Eclipse of August 21, 2017 and the Glory of God.
Iceland, Charlie Gard, and the Sanctity of Human Life
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.
Extra – Loving From a Distance Part II
In this EXTRA episode Dr. Rick Morton and Whitney White discuss adoption attachment and building trust with an adopted or foster child.
Eurasia Adoption with Jana Lombardo
In this episode Herbie Newell talks with about Lifeline's Eurasia programs and what it looks like to advocate for and adopt children from these countries.
Charlottesville, Racism, and the Sanctity of Life
In this episode Herbie Newell discusses Charlottesville, Racism, and the Sanctity of Life.
Here I Am Orphan Ministries
In this episode Herbie Newell talks with Suzanne Faske and Brittany Burianek from Here I Am Orphan Ministries about their partnership with Lifeline for Colombia Kids C...
Colombia Kids Camp in Texas Part II
In this episode Herbie Newell chats with Beth Stanley, & host families about the Colombia Kids Camp happening in Texas.
Colombia Kids Camp in Texas
In this episode Herbie Newell chats with Oscar Perez, Beth Stanley, & Meredith Crawford about the Colombia Kids Camp happening in Texas and some of the ministry partne...
Zephaniah Part III – Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ
In this episode Herbie Newell explores how caring for orphans and vulnerable children is not a social justice mission, but a Gospel focused mission.
Zephaniah Part II – Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ
In this episode Herbie Newell explores how caring for orphans and vulnerable children is not a social justice mission, but a Gospel focused mission.
Zephaniah Part I – Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ
In this episode Herbie Newell explores how caring for orphans and vulnerable children is not a social justice mission, but a Gospel focused mission.
10 Ways for Churches to Get Involved with Orphan Care
In this episode Herbie Newell gives 10 ways churches can get involved with orphan care and serving vulnerable children.
DOS Regulations and Inter-Country Adoption
In this episode Herbie Newell explains how the Department of State and regulations are not the end of inter-country adoption.
Extra – Loving From a Distance Part I
In this EXTRA episode Dr. Rick Morton and Whitney White discuss adoption attachment and building trust with an adopted or foster child.
The Gospel and Racial Reconciliation Part II
In this episode Herbie Newell digs deeper into racial reconciliation and how adoption can help further this cause through families across the world.