A trip to shopper's heaven in Ottovalo to buy handicrafts for the Ecuador Soup supper!

Today we visited three of the homes of families from the center. It was an emotional day to say the least. We went with the boys from Fordham Prep and were happy they were there to interpret for us.

Today we began the day with our orientation with Padre Juan and Madre Miguel and Judie who is Madres sister. They made us feel part of the "family".

Today we did our minga. For our group we joined with a group from Fordham Prepatory - a high school from New York. We took the public bus to the Church of the Assumption walking just two short blocks from the bus stop.

Today was our first full day in Quito. We had the day to ourselves so we, as a group, decided to go to the "Museo Intinan" and Mitad Del Mundo.

A great morning in Guayaquil and the Damian House then onward to Quito and the Working Boys Center

Salute from Guayaquil! Our travelers made it safe and sound and are working with the Hansen's Disease Patients.

Our Summer Travelers are ready to go!

Gondola rides, open air markets, visiting churches and a birthday party! Saying good bye to Quito and all our friends.

We have all arrived safely at our first destination

Meet our Ecuador travelers and read their blog next week.

Over the past decade, over 100 St. Mary's parishioners have traveled to Ecuador to live with, serve with, and learn about the incredible work of the Working Boys' Center (www.c4wf.org) and Damien House (www.thedamienhouse.org). Enjoy these pictures and reflections from Pilgrims on our Spring trip.