e=h Hopecast

Summer teams are here! Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, as she interviews four members of the St. Paul's team from Augusta, GA: Kim Butler, Havilah Chandler, Coleman Graham, and Gene Helmich. She explores what surprised them about their time here and much more!

Our summer interns have settled in, completed training, and our first teams have arrived! Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, as she interviews Chivita García, Neyser Aguirre, and Willy Ordoñez, who are back for their second year as e=h interns! She explores what they learned last summer, why they have decided to come work with e=h again, and the power of community.

Last March, the Chapel of the Cross, from Chapel Hill, NC, brought a team from their campus ministry, and this summer we are delighted to have three of them back as interns! Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, as she interviews Bella Dunn, Hadden Probst, and Jesus Cabrera to hear why they came back and what they are learning.

Our summer interns have arrived! Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, as she interviews Danna Carrion, Tripp Shippen, and JD Cortez. She explores why they have decided to come work with e=h, what they have learned so far, and what they hope God will teach them.

Culture impacts everything we do in life, and is especially important when woking cross-culturally as e=h does. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they reflect on the training they received on the 12 Dimensions of Color by Knowledge Workx: the importance of knowing your own culture so you can stretch across to meet others in theirs.

Culture impacts everything we do in life, and is especially important when woking cross-culturally as e=h does. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they reflect on the training they received on the 12 Dimensions of Color by Knowledge Workx: the importance of knowing your own culture so you can stretch across to meet others in theirs.

Culture impacts everything we do in life, and is especially important when woking cross-culturally as e=h does. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they reflect on the training they received on the Three Colors of Worldview and the real life examples of how it plays out.

Getting to visit someone in their home brings a depth of relationship that little else does. And we have seen it bring healing. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they explain why and how e=h does home visits, and the impact on hosts and team members.

Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they review the first quarter (and a little more) of 2023.

We are upping our communications game! Caroline Allen and new hire Mika Insuasti explain the goals and initiatives of the newly formed communications department of e=h. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, Caroline, and Mika as the share the goals and methods of e=h communications strategy across platforms.

Sewanee Spring Outreach team returns to e=h Ecuador!! Due to Covid, the last time Sewanee was able to send a spring break team was in 2019. It was a joy to welcome Sewanee students back to Quito and see how they grow and learn as a community. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview senior Colin Rice and hear about his spiritual journey here in Ecuador.

Sewanee Spring Outreach team returns to e=h Ecuador!! Due to Covid, the last time Sewanee was able to send a spring break team was in 2019. It was a joy to welcome Sewanee students back to Quito and see how they grow and learn as a community. In this episode two juniors, Yaz and Mickey, share their unique perspectives on what outreach is like for them, as women of color from the DC area studying at the University of the South. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Yaz and Mickey.

Anne Miller, a long time supporter and advocate for e=h, joins Jorge Luis Rodriguez to explore the topic of leadership from the 'inside' of organizations. Both are PKs (Pastors' Kids) and both have had the privilege of knowing leaders as people first, and then through their leadership roles. Join them for a candid conversation of how that has shaped them and how leadership can support each other across the miles.

Executive Director of e=h Celeste Bundy joins us with insights and updates about the e=h programs in the other six countries apart from Ecuador: Haiti, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Costa Rica, and Lancaster, SC, USA. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Celeste and get all the news.

Lee Plumblee is a lawyer in Greenville, SC, and a long time supporter of e=h, here on his second Vision Team. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, and Executive Director, Celeste Bundy, as they interview Lee and learn how he got connected and why he is so dedicated to the ministries of e=h.

Joyce Pipkin spearheads the e=h projects in Les Cayes and Cavaillon. Join e=h Executive Director, Celeste Bundy, and Jorge Luis Rodriguez as they hear updates from Joyce about how the programs are going post-pandemic and post-earthquake, still in the midst of the current political unrest.

Education begins with clean water! Well, most of life begins with clean water. Join e=h cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, Bishop Ben Tanguli, and e=h cofounder Chip Smith as we dive into how the Hope 2 Others (H2O) water project works in Kenya, and the results that have already been seen.

Bishop Benjamin Tanguli oversees E=H's ministry partnership in Kenya, East Africa. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they learn about Bishop Ben's ministries in Kenya, a little of his story and how he got involved with E=H.

Bishop Daniel from the Diocese of Upper South Carolina shares about short-term missions, and then turns the tables to ask Cameron some questions. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they all share about their lives, stories, challenges, and joys of the work of E=H.

This last week we had the great joy and pleasure to welcome the new Diocesan Bishop from Upper South Carolina to the Hopecast. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Bishop Daniel and hear his story and how it intertwines with that of E=H.

E=H board members Chris Ritrievi and Greg Dunaway are in town! Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, for their interview with Chris and Greg to hear their stories and the reason they serve on the board.

Jorge and Laura Jennings Estevez have taken the ministry of Casa Gabriel and expanded it into the three-pronged program of Second Chances. Laura joins E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, to share about how the program has grown and what they are doing now.

How many students are in the E=H scholarship program? How many girls? How many boys? How many need help with food?! Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they share some of the statistics that have been collected (thank you, John Allen), and the stories that go with them.

A new year and a new full calendar! Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they look ahead to 2023 and review why we do what we do.

Sometimes the students of E=H can feel far away as we refer to them in just a general way! Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they share 5 different students' specific stories, and describe the impact E=H is making in their lives.

Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they look back over the top 10 events that marked the E=H year of 2022.

There are changes coming in the ESME world, especially as the residential program (formerly Casa Adalia) transitions to a new structure, Though change can be hard, the heart and desire to support those coming out of vulnerable situations is the same!! Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they look at the new integrated structure and how it doesn't change what we get to do with ESME!

Amadas is the part of End Slavery Ministry Ecuador that does outreach to those active in prostitution in the city center. Each year the Amadas program holds Christmas parties for those in the brothels. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Veronica Andrade, the coordinator of the E=H program with Amadas, about the stories and impact of the E=H program with Amadas.

What is the difference between privilege and entitlement? How do we make sense of the disparities that we see in the world? Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, for a conversation about micro-privilege, what it is, and what do we do with it.

Each year, our students write Christmas cards to their sponsors, and we match students to the sponsors who help make their education possible. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, for a conversation about the ins and outs of this process and the surprise blessings along the way.

Thanksgiving is almost here! Join Cameron Vivanco, E=H cofounder, and Jorge Luis Rodriguez, her Ecuadorian coworker, as they share the perspectives of students, church members and pastors about what they're thankful for.

The Rev. Gary and Kacey Eichelberger, from St. Andrew's in Greenville, SC, share their observations, learnings and challenges from the October 2022 E=H Vision team. Join Cameron Vivanco, E=H co-founder, and Jorge Luis Rodriguez, her Ecuadorian co-worker, as they dive into the Eichelbergers' stories and experience.

Part 2 of the team from EDOW! Join the Rector and Deacon from the Church of the Ascencion in Silver Springs, MD, Rev. Joan Beilstein and Rev. Terri Murphy, as well as the Venerable Sue von Rautenkranz, Archdeacon in EDOW, Cameron Vivanco, E=H cofounder, and Jorge Luis Rodriguez, her Ecuadorian coworker, as they chat about where they serve, why a rector should take the time to do short-term missions and why the Archdeacon keeps coming back!

In October 2022, E=H got to host several in-person teams. Mildred Reyes, Latino Missioner for the Diocese of Washington, and soon-to-be-ordained-deacon, Rosa Briones, were on one of those teams and share about their mission experience in Ecuador. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview these two and hear about their roles in supporting the Diocese of Central Ecuador through E=H.

And....we're back! Cameron and Jorge Luis are back with Season 3, and the quarterly update for July through October 2022.

Can you believe it is the end of Season 2?! Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis, as they wrap up the numerous events of the past three months, including celebrating Cameron's 20th year of ministry in Ecuador, ABC readings, summer intern recruitment and training, and much more. Thank you for listening and see you in September for Season 3!

The Rev. Susan Hardaway and Laura 'Smitty' Lipscomb have led a combination of seven short-term teams to Ecuador. Why do they keep coming back? Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis, as they interview these two leaders and explore their reasons for continuing to support E=H through short term mission experiences.

We are excited to have short term teams back on the ground for the summer of 2022 (though with a smidge of civil unrest added to the mix). Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview two members of the short term team from Christ Church from Elizabeth City, NC - the Rev Daniel Cenci, and Jeremiah Magnuson - as well as their team host, Jamie Holodak. We'll hear why they came and what they have experienced.

We are excited to have short term teams back on the ground for the summer of 2022 (though with a smidge of civil unrest added to the mix). Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview three members of the short term team from the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina - Maria Williamson, Cadan Gore, and Emily Dewey - and hear why they came and what they have experienced.

Welcome new E=H full-time staff Freedom Rodriguez! Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis, as they interview Freedom and hear about his story, his call to missions, and how he brings his passion and professional art career to E=H.

Welcome new E=H full-time staff Nancy Rodriguez! Join E=H co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker, Jorge Luis, as they interview Nancy and hear about her story, her call to missions, and how she brings her passion and professional art career to E=H.

We are so excited to "have a summer" again filled with interns and short-term teams. On today's Hopecast, join E=H Co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian co-worker Jorge Luis as they invite four of the summer interns into the studio to talk about their summer training, what they are doing, and most importantly, what they are learning.

H20, Hope 2 Others: Education begins with clean water. E=H is piloting a water filter project in Kenya that is transforming the way our schools and partners get to do life there. Join E=H Co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, Co-co-founder Chip Smith, and Executive Director Celeste Bundy, as they unpack the potential of this project and spend a few minutes celebrating the past and future of ministry together.

Christian Anderson is an E=H board member, a priest at a supporting church, and the inspiration behind our Hopecast. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and Christian, as they discuss all things E=H and practical steps to increase awareness of E=H in your home community.

Raquel Erazo holds a degree in sociology and social work, and as the daughter of the pastor in Carmen Bajo, she grew up noticing the differences between her life and the lives of those in her community. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Raquel and hear her story and how E=H has played a critical role in the development of the Carmen Bajo community.

Raquel Erazo holds a degree in sociology and social work, and as the daughter of the pastor in Carmen Bajo, she grew up noticing the differences between her life and the lives of those in her community. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Raquel and hear her story and how E=H has played a critical role in the development of the Carmen Bajo community.

Raquel Erazo holds a degree in sociology and social work, and as the daughter of the pastor in Carmen Bajo, she grew up noticing the differences between her life and the lives of those in her community. Join E=H cofounder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Raquel and hear her story and how E=H has played a critical role in the development of the Carmen Bajo community.

Robbie Watson holds a Master of Education in Community Development. He is part of the El Refugio/Calacali ministry site, and shares his story, insights and goals with us. Join E=H Co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Robbie, hear about his path to Ecuador, and how education and community development are intricately entwined.

Robbie Watson holds a Master of Education in Community Development. He is part of the El Refugio/Calacali ministry site, and shares his story, insights and goals with us. Join E=H Co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Robbie, hear about his path to Ecuador, and how education and community development are intricately entwined.

Robbie Watson holds a Master of Education in Community Development. He is part of the El Refugio/Calacali ministry site, and shares his story, insights and goals with us. Join E=H Co-founder, Cameron Vivanco, and her Ecuadorian coworker, Jorge Luis Rodriguez, as they interview Robbie, hear about his path to Ecuador, and how education and community development are intricately entwined.