Best of 2023: The Power of Play

As we approach the end of 2023, we are sharing one the most popular episodes this year. Ann Maura Hinton, Program Director of Bridge Educational Services at Lifeline, joins the podcast to talk about the power of play in kids' lives and how it affects their ability to learn and grow.GUESTAnn Maura is the Program Director of Bridge Educational Services at Lifeline. She loves to learn and is constantly looking to build a bridge from frustration to hope alongside families in need. She brings with her over 25 years of teaching experience in a variety of different settings with a variety of different abilities.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children’s Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTRick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.RESOURCESWhen your children from hard places struggle to reach their potential in learning, it can be really difficult. But we’re here to support you as you help them learn in public, private, or homeschooling settings.Bridge Educational Services is ready to help children in public, private, and home school environments to maximize their God-given potential. Bridge Educational Services provides support to families with tools and techniques to equip, empower, and shepherd children academically, relationally, and emotionally. This is achieved through educational screenings, one-on-one educational therapy, and educational consulting. We strive to come alongside families so children get the best education possible.GET INVOLVEDIn January, churches across our nation will come together for prayer, focus, observance, and discussion to highlight the need to stand for all human life. Join us on January 21 or on another Sunday that works for your church. Lifeline has created free resources and to help your church stand for life. We can also provide a free speaker or table hosting for your day. Click here  to download free resources or to request a speaker for your church or small group. And remember that you still have a few more days to donate to Lifeline and receive a tax deduction for 2023. Thanks to the generosity of a donor, your gift today will be doubled!LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe 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. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify