Mission Home

What’s happening over summer vacation?

Here on the coast of Ecuador, summer vacation takes place between February and April. With just two weeks left before a new school year begins, here is a look at what Mission Santa Maria has been up to these past few months.

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Volunteer Spotlight: Nicole

For many years, we have been blessed to connect interested folks with the Mission Home and School for volunteer opportunities. Volunteers come for a few weeks, others for months at a time; sometimes in organized groups, and sometimes on their own. Right now, we are fortunate that Nicole is volunteering at the Mission Home and School.

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Building Bridges: The story of Diego and Maria

Diego arrived at the Mission Home as a newborn baby after being abandoned in the street. For the past three years, he has been loved and cared for by one missionary caregiver, Maria.

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From Floods to Food Safety: A Kitchen Update Journey

The mission home stands as a sanctuary of solace and service, embodying the values and dedication of those who reside within its walls. A few months ago, an opportunity arose to breathe new life into one of its most important spaces—the kitchen.
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Little Girls Move Into Their New House!

It is with so much gratitude and joy that we share the news of the little girls moving into their new house.

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Franciscan University Students Come to Serve

For the past three weeks, we had the pleasure of hosting a group of 19 students, one faculty advisor, and one Franciscan Friar from Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio. 

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Meet Bonnie

When you first meet Bonnie, there are two things you might notice. First, he is pretty big, and very strong, especially compared to some of his smaller structured Ecuadorian peers. Second, he has a permanent smile. 

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A New Home for the Little Girls

One of our newest projects in these first few months of 2023 is the construction of a new house for the little girls at the Mission Home.

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