Selina Visits Seattle

Every year World Concern invites their country managers and area directors around the world to visit their headquarters in Shoreline, Washington for two weeks in order to encourage, train and learn from each other. Among that group was Selina Prem the country director for Sri Lanka. It was her first time in the U.S. and our family had the honor of hosting her.
Selina has a special way with people and our family was no exception. Our kids immediately took to her and are already asking when we can go and visit their Aunt Selina. I think they would leave tomorrow if they could.
One of the big highlights for Selina was a weekend trip over Steven’s Pass to our cabin in Plain. It was on this excursion that she saw snow for the first time. She took an ATV ride, flew down a zipline, tried on crazy hats in Leavenworth, and learned to make brownies. It’s no wonder she said “I feel like a kid again”. In fact she went on to tell us that it was the first time in five years that she was able to forget about work and just have fun.
Another highlight for Selina as well as Cari and I was the blessing of having so many people show up at our home for a World Concern dessert fundraiser. The reception Selina received that night really touched her and the generosity shown by so many for those suffering in her country made us all feel extremely thankful.
Selina left for Sri Lanka yesterday refreshed and ready to once again partner with her staff and the local church to bring relief and hope to so many in need.
For all of you who have sent up a prayer; THANK YOU!
-Kurt