Voice With Action

In this episode of Voice with Action Podcast , Samuel shares his firsthand experience traveling to West Africa with Orphan Relief and Rescue. From the moment he arrived, he was struck by the remarkable difference between children protected through ORR's programs and those still living in vulnerable communities. Samuel reflects on encountering spiritual warfare for the first time and how the experi...

What happens when you witness the work of ORR with your own eyes? In this episode, Deb sits down with Orphan Relief and Rescue's new Finance and Business Manager, Eileen, to hear about her first trip to West Africa and how it inspired her. Eileen shares powerful moments from visiting villages where children have been rescued from trafficking and slavery, seeing families restored, and witnessing ch...

Rebecca Pratt shares the life-changing work of Orphan Relief and Rescue and our mission to rescue vulnerable children from trafficking, slavery, and abuse. In this episode, hear the heartbreaking yet hope-filled stories of children who have been rescued from unimaginable circumstances—including a young boy who endured daily beatings at the hands of relatives and a girl who was trafficked by her ow...

In this heartfelt episode, Rebecca Pratt sits down with a dedicated photographer from Orphan Relief and Rescue whose mission goes far beyond capturing images. As he documents the lives of children rescued from trafficking, he shares his own powerful journey—from losing both parents at a young age to growing up in an ORR’s orphanage safe home, founded in 2009, that became his home and source of hop...

Rebecca Pratt interviews ORR’s videographer in West Africa. He shares how documenting the organization's work brings hope and joy to villages affected by hardship, while also exposing the realities of child trafficking. He discusses the spiritual challenges of the work and the importance of prayer and preparation. Reflecting on his personal journey, he explains how faith in Jesus transformed his l...

In this powerful episode, Rebecca Pratt sits down with her trusted bodyguard in West Africa to discuss his unique role serving alongside Orphan Relief and Rescue (ORR). More than physical protection, his work involves standing in the gap spiritually as ORR rescues and restores vulnerable children. He shares firsthand stories of transformation—children arriving dirty, hungry, and without hope, then...

In this episode, we sit down with our Country Director in West Africa to discuss the realities of anti-trafficking work — the dangers, the victories, and the life-changing impact of rescue and restoration. He shares candidly about the risks involved in confronting traffickers, including the need for security and bodyguards while operating in some of the most dangerous areas. Yet despite the challe...

Deb Baliko and Rebecca Pratt dive into the spiritual, emotional, and practical preparation needed before heading overseas—especially on mission trips with Orphan Relief and Rescue. ✨ Key Topics Discussed: • Surrendering the trip fully to God before departure • Using Rebecca’s Mission Trip Ultimate Guidebook as a spiritual preparation tool • Trusting God’s timing, even through unexpected delays •...

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day message, Rebecca recounts a powerful moment of obedience when she prayed for a co-worker who had struggled with infertility for years — a prayer that led to an unexpected miracle pregnancy at the age of 45. Rebecca reminds us of the incredible power of prayer, faithfulness, and simple acts of obedience. She also speaks passionately about caring for orphans and vulner...

Rebecca Pratt and Deb Baliko were asked by a listener, “Can you share a story, from working in Africa, where the Lord asked you to be obedient and it bared fruit?” Rebecca recounts a deeply moving encounter with a severely malnourished eight-month-old baby weighing just 4.7 pounds. Faced with the urgent instinct to intervene directly, she instead chose to follow what she believed was God’s prompti...

In this episode, Deb Baliko and Rebecca Pratt explore the profound impact of trauma on children, with a focus on those living in West Africa. Drawing from their work with Orphan Relief and Rescue, they discuss how trauma affects both the brain and body, referencing insights from The Body Keeps the Score by Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. Rebecca shares how healing goes beyond traditional methods, emphasi...

n this episode, Deb and Rebecca share their personal journeys of faith in response to a listener’s question to learn more about them personally. Key Topics: Faith journeys and personal transformation Overcoming doubt, illness, and depression Listening to God’s voice The impact of discipleship The mission of Orphan Relief and Rescue Together, Deb and Rebecca highlight the importance of listening fo...

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Rebecca Pratt shares her journey through severe depression and anxiety that she writes about in her book From My Bed to My Destiny . Rebecca opens up about a season where she was bedridden for three months, battling insomnia and emotional overwhelm. Through faith, perseverance, and intentional healing, she found her way back to purpose and strength. A...

Rebecca Pratt and Deb Baliko share powerful stories from Orphan Relief and Rescue, highlighting their mission to protect and care for children in crisis. Rebecca recounts the story of a 10-year-old boy who endured severe mistreatment but is now receiving consistent care, nourishment, education, and protection. His journey is a testament to the healing power of being seen, valued, and loved. The ep...

Rebecca Pratt joins Deb Baliko to talk about the power of coming to God with raw, honest prayers, wherever you find yourself in life. Drawing from both Scripture and real-life experiences through Orphan Relief and Rescue, they share how God hears the cries of the vulnerable—and responds. Rebecca recounts moving stories of children who cried out to God in desperate situations, including one young g...

What really lasts when this life is over? In this episode, Deb Baliko and Rebecca Pratt talk about living with an eternal perspective and building a Kingdom legacy. Rebecca shares a personal story of losing her mother, revealing how quickly material things fade—and why relationships and faith matter most. Deb unpacks 1 Corinthians 3 , reminding us that our lives must be built on the foundation of...

In this episode, Deb and Rebecca explore the mission and impact of Orphan Relief and Rescue and its unique approach to fighting child trafficking in West Africa. Rebecca shares powerful stories from the field and highlights how the organization works closely with local communities to rescue, protect, and empower vulnerable children. Three Key Questions Explored in This Episode How does Orphan Reli...

In this episode, Deb Baliko and Rebecca Pratt talk about the powerful process of trusting God with the dreams placed on our hearts. They explore what it means to surrender those dreams to His timing and how God often works in ways we don’t expect. Rebecca shares the story of laying down a dream she deeply believed in, only to later see God resurrect it in a way that was far greater than she imagin...

In this episode, Rebecca Pratt shares a powerful testimony about surrendering her dreams to God’s timing. Inspired by 1 Corinthians 2:9, Rebecca recounts how her childhood dream of helping hungry children was rekindled during mission work in Mexico. As she began pursuing plans to start an adoption agency, a severe migraine setback forced her to pause and seek God’s direction. Through prayer and su...

In this powerful episode, Deb sits down with Myra—a detective and school resource officer—who shares how her first missions trip with Orphan Relief and Rescue to West Africa transformed her heart, her faith, and her perspective. What began as a step into the unknown quickly became a deeply personal encounter with love, resilience, and purpose. Myra opens up about: Experiencing her first mission’s...

Rebecca Pratt shares the remarkable story of how Orphan Relief and Rescue began—with just $3,400 and a calling to serve children in Liberia, West Africa. Rebecca takes us back to the early days of the ministry, navigating vehicle breakdowns, cultural barriers, and overwhelming obstacles. Through every challenge, faith remained the foundation. From unexpected local support—including assistance from...

66. Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to Go Rebecca Pratt, co-founder of Orphan Relief and Rescue, discusses her new book, Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to Go . With over 25 years of experience leading mission teams to developing countries, Rebecca shares practical and spiritual wisdom for preparing well before a mission trip. In this episode, she covers the...

Rebecca Pratt revisits her book Inspired to Action and shares how reflecting on her journey has deepened her awe of God’s faithfulness. She recounts a powerful story from her time on a hospital ship in Africa, where God multiplied limited resources to provide food for hundreds in a war-torn region. Through this experience, Rebecca reminds us that trusting God and taking small steps of obedience ca...

Rebecca Pratt and Deb Baliko share the powerful story of rescuing a 17-year-old girl from slavery in West Africa. Enslaved for most of her life, the young woman was freed through Orphan Relief and Rescue and is now enrolled in a three-year sewing apprenticeship that offers skills, dignity, and hope. The $900 cost of the 3-year apprenticeship is made possible entirely through donor support. Rebecca...

Rebecca Pratt, co-founder of Orphan Relief and Rescue, discusses the organization’s expansion into Village Eight to help 53 children at risk of trafficking. She shares the village’s tragic history of exploitation and reflects on the impact of their work in Village Five, including a new Community Freedom Center and well. Rebecca also highlights the life-changing power of Jesus, even amid persecutio...