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
Interview with Micah Fries Part I
Join us as Herbie Newell talks about his visit to China and Dr. Rick Morton talks with Micah Fries.
The God Who Seeks the Outcast Part IV
Join us as Herbie Newell shares part of a message he had the privilege to preach at the Church at Brook Hills called "The God Who Seeks the Outcast".
The God Who Seeks the Outcast Part III
Join us as Herbie Newell shares part of a message he had the privilege to preach at the Church at Brook Hills called "The God Who Seeks the Outcast". Praise the Lord ...
From Colombia with Oscar Perez, Sebastian Rodríguez and Ashley Newell
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Oscar Perez, Sebastian Rodríguez and Ashley Newell about the amazing things God is doing in Colombia.
The God Who Seeks the Outcast Part II
Join us as Herbie Newell shares part of a message he had the privilege to preach at the Church at Brook Hills called "The God Who Seeks the Outcast". Praise the Lord ...
The God Who Seeks the Outcast Part I
Join us as Herbie Newell shares part of a message he had the privilege to preach at the Church at Brook Hills called "The God Who Seeks the Outcast".
The Newells Colombia Mission Part II
Join us as Herbie Newell and Ashley Newell talk about their experience with caregiver training in Colombia.
Interview with Summit Church’s Todd Unzicker
Join us as Herbie Newell talks missional adoption with Summit Church's Todd Unzicker.
Pastor Raphael Speaks at CAFO
Join us as Pastor Raphael Kajubi shares a testimony at CAFO of what God is doing through King Jesus Church in Busega, Uganda.
The Newells Colombia Mission Part I
Join us as Herbie Newell recaps some of the highlights from the Newell Family's first week in Colombia.
5 Ways to Advocate for the Fatherless this Summer
Join us as Herbie Newell shares 5 ways that anyone can advocate for the father this summer.
Stand for Orphans with Rick & Bubba
Join us as Herbie Newell and family share about Lifeline's summer Stand for Orphans Campaign on the Rick & Bubba radio show.
Life, Race & Discipling Families with Trillia Newbell
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Trillia Newbell about Life, Race & Discipling Families.
Interview with (un)adopted’s Michael Edwards
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Michael Edwards and his vision for Lifeline through (un)adopted and LSET (Life Skills Education Training) and the upcoming R(un) fo...
Colombia Kids Camp
Join us as Herbie Newell talks with Meredith Crawford and Ferrah Poe about Colombia Kids Camp and Latin America adoption. To host in 2018 or advocate email kidscamp@l...
Best of: Danny Akin
Join us on this Best of episode where Herbie Newell sat down with Southeastern Seminary President Danny Akin to talk adoption, social justice, and the church.
Discipling Children from Hard Places
Join us as Herbie Newell and Dr. Rick Morton discuss a recent webinar Dr. Rick hosted focusing on discipling children from hard places.
Funding Your Adoption Part II
Join us in the second part of this series as Herbie Newell and Josh Caldwell talk about creative ways of funding your adoption.
The God Who Seeks the Outcast
Message Notes Small Group Guide Prayer Guide Audio
Getting Started in International Adoption
Join us as Herbie Newell and Marcy Larson discuss getting started in International Adoption.