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Christmas in Quito

Here we are in front of our Ecuador Christmas tree, which looks a lot like the trees we had in the states, with one exception: it’s our first artificial tree ever! We had brought some of our old ornaments from New Jersey with us, so we had a bit of the familiar, along with a bunch of ornaments we bought here.

Christmas morning started much like it does for us in the states – very early! Despite limited resources we had a real bounty under the tree, and everyone was thankful for all the generous gifts. We weren’t used to spending Christmas day in short sleeves.

Remar Orphanage Christmas party

On Saturday morning December 23, several of us missionaries went to the Remar orphanage in Quito, which is home to about 119 children. About 50% of the kids are actually available for adoption while the rest are there because their parents can’t or won’t take care of them. We had the party outside in a courtyard. We set up tables to do face painting, tattoos, decorate paper ornaments (which we then taped to the wall on “Christmas trees” outlined with green garland), and made baby Jesuses. We brought sidewalk chalk, jump ropes, and beach balls so kids could play if they didn’t want to take part in the activities. The sun was so intense that day that the crayons on the ornament table literally melted into a pool of wax, even though the temperature was only about 80 degrees.

The children seemed to have fun and after a few hours of the activities we fed them hot dogs, chips, and soda. Then Santa (aka Derrick Amsler, Missionary Associate from Kentucky) came and gave them presents. These are probably the only presents the children will receive for Christmas and probably the only time Santa has come for them. They were each given a gift and we took pictures of each kid with Santa. The ages were from less than a year to 17. Many of the older boys and girls were not at the party because they were selling items on the streets (the girls sell cleaning detergent made on the premises, but we don’t know what the boys sell). How strange does that sound, “She isn’t here to get her gift because she is out selling on the streets.” It’s a different world here. The children had a grand time.

The best thing about that day for Karen was that the whole family participated and enjoyed themselves. Joe was the still photographer and he shot 680 photos. Overall, it was a great but exhausting day.

The fire-breather

You don’t see this in Times Square. Squeegee guys, look out! This guy does his thing at busy intersections around Quito for handouts. I don’t know what he’s drinking but I’m sure it can’t be good for you.

Thanksgiving in Ecuador

Thanksgiving is not really a holiday here so life goes on around us. Our friends Dan and Susan were in town so after the kids got out of school (half day) we all got together for some good ol’ touristy things.

First was Teleferiqo, a tram ride up to the top of a mountain about 4,000 meters high. The usual afternoon cloudiness threatened, but the Stupids pressed on. We got up to the top just as the clouds rolled in so we got a good view of the inside of a cloud, which is almost like the inside of your eyelids only a little lighter. We did get peeks of the city below through some breaks in the clouds. But we made the most of it and had a good time anyway.

Next it was off to the middle of the world, Mitad Del Mundo, the Equator. At the bottom of the mountain we asked about cabs to Mitad Del Mundo. The Teleferiqo people were very kind and offered to take all of us in one of their shuttle busses for $15. When we got to Mitad Del Mundo they offered to pick us up at 6 for another $15 and bring us home. Done deal.

There are two equators in Ecuador, both about 20 minutes north of the city. The big touristy monument is not really actually exactly technically ON the equator. They were a bit off when they measured in the 18^th century. But the place is pretty cool even though we had little time and didn’t do the museums and such. There is a small village of souvenir and craft shops and restaurants.

Sidebar: When Karen and the Monmouth Worship Center team were in Ecuador in 2002, they went to this monument and Karen bought two ceramic bowls. When we moved to Ecuador four years later, one of the bowls broke in transit. Karen was able to find the very shop where she bought the two original bowls and was able to get a replacement.

On to the REAL Equator! Karen remembered that there was another Equator museum near the big monument. It took a bit of doing to find it: walk along the busy main highway and down a dirt road. But find it we did, and it’s worth the trek. This is where the real line is as proven by the fact that water runs straight down the drain. Even a few feet away the Coriolis effect is evident, with water swirling one way or another depending on which hemisphere you are in.

All in all it was a great day, but very un-traditional.

News update - Hewes Family, Missionary Associates to Ecuador

Buenos Dias from Quito!

We have officially begun the settling in process in our apartment in northern Quito. It’s been a busy time of nesting, with many trips to the grocery store (Supermaxi), the hardware store (Ferrisariato, or Ace Hardware), the appliance store, and several furniture stores. We have beds, a dining table and chairs, appliances, and coming next week, a living room set.

There are many missionaries here from several denominations working with the television network or leading teams around Ecuador. There is much work to be done. God has blessed the ministry and the Un Buen Consejo counseling service has recorded thousands of salvations this year. There are many challenges ahead, though. Technical facilities here in Quito need to be built up and the local staff needs more training. Our missionary, Bill McDonald, is also building up a church plant nearby. Right now it is meeting in a tent, but they hope to have a building soon. God is bringing many people to the church and today is their first anniversary. Joe will be there this morning to take pictures, including a group shot of the entire church family – about 150 people.

We feel very comfortable here and the kids are doing great. Shari and Katie are at Alliance Academy, and English Christian day school located across the street from the TV studios Joe works at. They have made friends and seem happy. Walking back from the furniture store yesterday Joe found a place that sells a pretty good Philly cheesesteak!

Life here is very different from New Jersey. While we are in the capitol city, it is a very hands-on, face-to-face economy. There are malls and stores, but many utilities are handled on the street. There are no gas lines for your stove. You buy large tanks from a guy driving a flatbed truck up and down your street and hook it up yourself to your stove. Utility bills are all paid at Servipago, a place with cashier windows (and long lines). There is no online bill paying here! Taxi rides are very cheap, usually under two dollars.

Our apartment is great. There are lots of picture windows and we have views looking south over Quito and west to the Pinchincha volcano.

Every neighborhood has paid private guards that keep watch over several buildings, something like a concierge. We are a ten-minute walk from the Unsion television studios and Alliance Academy, and about 15 minutes from the hardware store.

You can see photos of our neighborhood, and life in Quito, at our photo gallery: www.pbase.com/joehewes/quito. We will update this gallery regularly so save the link.

We have some prayer requests:

1. that we learn the language;
2. that technical challenges at Unsion Television be overcome;
3. wisdom for Joe in his work at Unsion Television;
4. same for Karen as she seeks God’s will for her in this mission.

We are grateful and give glory to God for the mission and call He has placed on our lives. We are grateful for your prayer support as we bring the Good News to the nations, and for your financial support that has helped make this possible. We cannot believe sometimes that we have actually moved to another country! But we are here for such a time as this to make a difference in people’s lives.

Hasta la vista!

Joe, Karen, Shari and Katie Hewes.

Hewes Family, Missionary Associates to Ecuador, News update

The Hewes family has arrived in Ecuador!

We had a safe flight and all 19 pieces of luggage arrived. We are staying with missionary friends who live on the first floor of the same apartment building we are in, so it is a very smooth transition.

We are very excited about the work the God has put before us. We are loving Quito already.

We will have more news and photos soon.

Thanks to all of you for your prayers and financial support.

Joe, Karen, Shari and Katie Hewes

Missionary Associates to Ecuador

So long status quo

Today was my last day at CBS News after 17 years. It was a great day - many well-wishes, some lovely parting gifts, and a great send-off to the next chapter of my life.

Many thanks to all my friends at CBS. Your warm sentiments today were appreciated and will always be treasured.

Hewes Family, Missionary Associates to Ecuador - News update

Just a quick note to let everyone know that we have reached our total financial goal and are preparing to leave for Ecuador on Thursday, November 2!

Joe has resigned from his job at CBS News after nearly 17 years of service. His last day is October 25. The commissioning service at our home church, Monmouth Worship Center in Marlboro, will be this Sunday, October 15. Joe and Karen will preach and give a presentation about Unsion Television and our mission there.

Next week Joe will travel to the Ecuadorian embassy in Washington DC, to apply for visas for the family.

The house is not quite sold yet, but we are trusting that God is going to take care of that, just as he has so ably taken care of all the other things necessary for us to carry out His mission.

Many thanks to all the pastors, supporters, family and friends, and prayer partners who are helping to make all this possible. And thanks be to God for his many blessings.

Joe

Big News!

We are ever closer to departure. Last week Joe turned in his resignation from CBS News, after nearly 17 years of service. His last day will be October 25.

We have planned our departure for Thursday November 2. The house isn’t quite sold yet but we believe that God will take care of that. In the meantime, we are scrambling to get Visas, insurance, cancel subscriptions, roll over retirement plans, empty our house, and take care of those millions of details before we leave.

Many thanks for your prayers and faithful support. We will get a newsletter out soon with more information.

Joe, Karen, Shari and Katie Hewes

Missionary Associates and Missionary Kids to Ecuador