
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!
Appears in 557 Episodes

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.

Run for One Recap
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with (un)adopted's Michael Edwards and Neisha Roberts about the recent Run for One events in Birmingham and across the country.

Ravi Zacharias International Ministries Part II
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Naomi Zacharias from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries.

Ravi Zacharias International Ministries Part I
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Ruth Malhotra and Alycia Wood from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries.

Interview with Trevin Wax Part II
Join us as Dr. Rick Morton talks with The Gospel Coalition's Trevin Wax.

Interview with Trevin Wax Part I
Join us as Dr. Rick Morton talks with The Gospel Coalition's Trevin Wax.

Best Of: Charlottesville, Racism, and the Sanctity of Life
In this episode Herbie Newell discusses Charlottesville, Racism, and the Sanctity of Life.

Interview with Micah Fries Part II
Join us for the second part of this interview with Dr. Rick Morton and Micah Fries.