From Stone Churches to Soul Food: Ethiopia Awaits
Alicia sent me a photo the other day and said, “It’s Christmas in Ethiopia.” The image was of an 800-year-old church carved entirely out of a single piece of rock in Lalibela, Ethiopia—one of the most awe-inspiring sacred sites in the world. She also shared a photo of one of Ethiopia’s most beloved dishes, Doro Wat—rich, slow-cooked, and deeply rooted in tradition. Alicia is an engineer by training and serves as Director of Global Operations at Across the King’s River Foundation. Her husband is from Ethiopia, so this journey carries both personal and cultural significance. We’re currently in the early stages of planning a retreat to Ethiopia later this year—and as members of The King’s Circle, you’ll be the first to know and receive access at a special discounted rate. Part of the reason for this trip is impact. We’ll be raising funds for a Math Center we’re building in Ibadan, Nigeria—an initiative focused on education, opportunity, and long-term transformation. And the other reason? It’s simpler—and just as important. Alicia wants us to have damn fun. To explore ancient ground. To taste the food. To experience the culture. To enjoy the beauty and energy of Ethiopia together. There’s already so much momentum around this, and you can feel it in the audio Alicia sent this morning (attached). We’ll be sharing more soon—but for now, I’m curious: 👉 Are you interested in coming with me and Alicia to Ethiopia? Don't forget to listen to the audio message Alicia sent me.