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You are invited to St. Christopher Episcopal Mission’s Fourth Anniversary celebration from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM this Sunday, December 3. Address below.
The First Sunday of Advent (December 3), Holy Eucharist will be celebrated by Rev. Diac. Christian Quinteros, with a video greeting from Rt. Rev. Juan Carlos Mera. Special music by vocalist Cindy Benson, accompanied by David Zoernig. Holy Scripture will be read, traditional and contemporary hymns will be sung and a homily will be offered.
The First Sunday of Advent 2019 St. Christopher Episcopal Mission offered our first Holy Eucharist, celebrated by the Rt. Rev. Victor Scantelbury (Dec. 1, 2019).
All are welcome at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Mission regardless of your faith tradition.
Bartolomé de Las Casas 5-34 Y Tirso De Molina
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The material includes:
1. A study booklet (in Spanish and/or in English),
2. Lots of different questions on all topics of citizenship test
3. Lots of practice tests with answer key.
4. Interview questions.
5. Audio of 17 interview questions.
6. And much more…
Recommendations from participants:
“Thanks to attending the language school “CCNations, Escuela de Idiomas” I was able to pass the Ecuador citizenship written and interview exams, and will soon become a naturalized citizen. With their homework materials and instructional classes, my level of Spanish increased to where I could study, learn, and pass these essential subjects: the history of the tri-color Flag (“la bandera”); the Coat-of-Arms Shield (“el escudo”); the National Anthem (“himno nacional”); the important battles, persons and events for gaining Independence; and the primary Presidents of Ecuador.
This is one of the top language schools I have ever attended!”
Bartley
“My success in passing the test on my first attempt was primarily due to CCNations, their time, efforts and patience in guiding me towards success. I really couldn’t have done so well without them. For this reason, I highly recommend this school to anyone who needs help with Spanish in any capacity.”
Lynn
You want to study by yourself? No problem. Now, you can buy all our material…
All material for $49
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Helps in osteoarticular treatment, pain and inflammation
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Hello my name is Marco León and I work in the investment area of the Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito 23 de Julio Ltda and I want to inform you that we are already with our new CD Investment service to obtain an Ecuadorian VISA with the best interest rate.
Requirements:
You have to open a savings account with your passport
The minimum amount that you must put to obtain the Ecuadorian VISA is 45,000 usd for a period of 2 years.
Interest rate that I offer you is 10.35%
You can receive your interest monthly or at the end of the CD’s maturity.
If you have money in another country, don’t worry, we also have an international transfer service, so you can send your money directly to our cooperative.
We have a debit card for the ATM.
We have online banking
You can put a beneficiary on your CD and open joint accounts
And most importantly our AA Risk rating- the best in our country, this shows that we are strong in financial indicators and a solid and safe cooperative.
I assure you that this is the best interest rate on CD Investment.
I leave you the photo of my office, any questions, doubts I am here to serve you.
Address: Cuenca City, Av. Gonzalez Suarez and Calle 13 de Abril
Email: mleon@coop23dejulio.fin.ec
Cell: 099 2913161
Whatsapp: +593992913161
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> I am already enrolled in X language school, does your training course work for me?
If your current Spanish school brushes up your listening skills, you don’t need anything extra. If not, well…
> Private or group lessons?
One on one.
> How long is the training course?
10 weeks, three times a week.
> Can I make progress by taking lessons twice a month?
Short answer> no.
> I am at the level of ‘Advanced’ with the study of the 4 tenses of subjunctive.
I work on specific topics with some students on Saturdays. G-mail me with the subject Spanish language nerds SLN.
>Will this be in person or on line?
In Cuenca in person. Any place out of Cuenca> online.
>Where will these lessons be?
At the comfort of your place (in person) or at the comfort of your couch> online.
>When this will happen (be fluent)?
It depends 98 % on you, if you follow every step, you will notice your progress quickly.
Just one spot left, will you grab it or will you wait two more years in the never-ending procrastination?
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Did you know that the lymphatic system helps your body eliminate toxins, waste, and other unwanted materials?
Usually, your lymphatic system collects your lymph and returns it to your heart via lymph vessels and lymph nodes. When something disrupts your lymphatic system’s process, lymph collects in your arms and legs, making them swell.
Lymphatic drainage massage aims to increase your lymphatic system flow, flush toxins from your body, promote relaxation and reduce swelling.
Conditions that benefit from a massage are:
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Fibromyalgia
• Chronic venous insufficiency
• Lipedema
I am a specialist in lymphatic massage who will consider your particular needs to give you the best and most satisfying experience.
Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage
• Promotes general relaxation and increased physical well-being
• Combats fluid retention, lymphedema, and varicose vein formation
• Helps reduce cellulite and improves the appearance of the skin
• Assisting in the treatment of post-operative inflammation, chronic infection, and healing problems
• Accelerates muscle recovery in high-performance athletes
• Strengthens the immune system
• Promotes proper circulation
• Alleviates pain
• Relieves stress
• Minimizes scar formation
This message costs USD 45 + $5.00 transportation fee
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You can own one of the paintings made by 18 young artists of Fundacion Nur and with your donation you make a field trip for them possible!
The inspiration was la Bella Cuenca and their paintings were exhibited at the Museo de Arte Moderno de Cuenca in July, 2023. The kids worked hard to make the best painting they could and were surprised when they enter THEIR exhibition at the Museo de Arte Moderno (see photo)
Please visit the art catalog and be inspired here: https://fundnur.org/labellacuenca/
We hope that you enjoy the colors of Cuenca!
Thank you so much!
Learn more about Fundacion Nur by visiting: https://fundnur.org/
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We are happy to be able to share with you in some way during these Christmas seasons, and in our social enterprise D’Ellas Second Hand to help mothers in vulnerable situations, we are creating Christmas decorations for those who want, such as:
Sitting and standing dolls that measure from 30cm onwards, with a concrete base that helps with their stabilization, they can be customized to your liking with the colors you want. And that’s not all, you can also make other faces apart from Christmas ones (Example: clowns and more)
Below we leave you a recommendation from our beloved Marilyn Cochran.
What a great surprise! Last week, D’Ellas posted an article about their line of handcrafted Christmas ‘statues’. D’Ellas is a Cuenca Ladies organization, striving to make a living to support their families by cleaning houses, running a thrift store, and now, offering darling Christmas decor to enhance your Holidays.
I ordered one just to support these fine ladies but I received a real treat. This little guy is over 28 inches tall, has a sweet smile, elfish ears, and a darling costume He’s even holding a present he must have just made in Santa’s workshop…¨
We are located in Cuenca
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December 15th is the birthday of one of my best friends.
December 15th is the last 15 day of this year.
Will a politician solve the country’s problems on December 15th in 2025 or 2090?
I don’t know, but having hope in politicians seems a bit naive to me.
Is December 15th a special day for you? I don’t know, I just stopped by to let you know that:
> If you are committed to improving your Spanish in 2024 (dos mil veinte y cuatro) el 15 de diciembre es the deadline to save some money and pay the same price than my current students in 2023 (dos mil veinte y tres).
Anyway,
January is just around the corner and achieving your goals is absolutely up to you. Whatever your goal is.
Un buen inicio de semana.
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Congratulations to all Contestants of “Wine to the Rescue.” As you will see, our Judges have a nearly impossible job of selecting the pups to be featured on Fundacion FAAN and Cosecha’s Holiday Wines to help us raise construction funds for the new and modern Cuenca animal shelter.
Thanks to all of our beautiful contestants! Pawsome all!
Await the winners of the labels for the great Chardonnay and Cabernet Wines available this holiday to benefit FAAN’s mission, including our urgent need to raise construction funds for Cuenca’s new and modern animal shelter.
Thank you to the amazing Cosecha Restaurant and Wine Store, donating all proceeds from drinking two great wines this holiday to benefit animal welfare in Cuenca. How grape is that!
We hope you and your pet enjoy this photo montage and we invite you to join us at FAAN with your donation of food and supplies for our dogs through Amigo Secreto and financial support for our building fund as a member of the Paws Circle of Benefactor.
For US citizens, FAAN is affiliated with our sister US non-profit Amici Cannis and your gift is tax-deductible when using this credit card link or mailing your donation to our Colorado address
https://amicicannis1.ddock.gives/?givingPageId=0de68f40-2abb-47ab-a8b5-f7c53dffb1f7
FAAN Wine to the Rescue Finalists!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X4JTcIG7Q5bP18GNqth0bv76UPGdxc2B/view?usp=sharing
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Massage can be critical in the recovery process after joint replacement surgery.
Hip- and knee-replacement surgery offers a path to pain-free mobility, but they usually come with long and arduous recoveries. Massage therapy can play a crucial role in the recovery process.
Massage can soothe the guarding reaction of tissues, helping them to return to normal function.
Additionally, lymphatic drainage massage is useful in reducing pain and swelling and should, in many cases, be considered a core part of the broader post-surgical therapeutic protocol.
Massage can also address other common post-surgery issues, such as the buildup of scar tissue that often accompanies hip and knee procedures.
I am a specialist in lymphatic massage who will consider your particular needs to give you the best and most satisfying experience. I also can help you with rehabilitation exercises or IVs to help you heal.
Schedule your in-home 90-minute massage on the day and time that suits you best.
Massage costs USD 45 + $ 5 transport fee
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Experience Ecuador’s essence with our exquisite handmade collection crafted by skilled Artisans with love and dedication, each item reflects their passion and attention to detail.
Support Ecuadorian talent by shopping at:
www.ecuadorinyourhands.com
Our hypoallergenic goods embody Ecuador’s warmth and artistry—visually appealing, irresistibly soft, and long lasting. To ensure your satisfaction, we email photographs of your chosen products before shipping.
Our Standard delivery takes 4-5 days, or select your preferred delivery date at checkout. Every clothing purchase includes a pair of Alpaca wool socks for FREE.
If you’d like to create a mixed box of products or request a quote, we’re always happy to assist you.
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DKC Motors – Your Ultimate Entrance Solution
✅ Ranging from 230 watts of power to effortlessly support high-traffic doors.
✅ Assured Durability: Internal components crafted from bronze and galvanized iron ensure an extended lifecycle.
✅ Water Resistance: A sealed motor guarantees reliable performance, even in adverse weather conditions.
✅ Galvanized Iron Racks: Precision-engineered for specific measurements, enabling a sturdy and steadfast installation.
✅ Welding Installation Available: Ensuring long-term gate reliability.
✅ 1-Year Warranty: We back our product to ensure your complete peace of mind.
✅ Starting from $360 – Special pricing available for technicians and bulk orders.
Included Features:
– 1 lamp
– 2 remote controls
– 2 meters of rack
– Motor and control board
– Installation (optional)
Secure durability, power, and security for your sliding door with our motor. Contact us: 096 271 0475 – 098 760 7059. Experience the confidence of our 1-year warranty. 🚪💪🔒
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Celebrate Black Friday with FAAN –50% Discounts on Arts, Services, Travel with 200% of Sales helping us to build the new, Cuenca animal shelter.
Dog House Deals! How about an $800 Laser CO2 Treatment from Cuenca’s renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Victor, Astudillo for $400 or a genuine Sheepskin Rugs valued at $400 for $195?
Visit the FAAN Holiday Pop-Up Store for these items and more and help us build the new home for the dogs of FAAN (Fundacion Familia Amor Animal).
Our dogs are so excited about this holiday season that includes the debut of FAAN’s Holiday Wine, a concert at Cosecha with Gatos Negros, and FAAN’s Amigo Secreto, where you can sponsor your very own shelter dog with your donation of food, medicine, and financial sponsorship. You should see how our shelter pups have posed for their individual Secret Friend Holiday Cards!
Remember FAAN’s Wine to the Rescue photo contest ends this Saturday, giving your best friend the opportunity to be featured on our Chardonnay and Cabernet Wines sold throughout the holiday season to benefit the foundation. Send your pupparazzi photo to info@FAANecuador.org
FAAN’s Black Friday Pop-UP
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Attorney-Abogada Sara Chaca (“Ecuador Visas”) is clearly as advised above, well able & enabled to serve as the Executor (“Executrix” being the proper term for females) in respect of your Ecuadorian & US Asset Dispositions upon your passing.
This highly beneficial service for ALL EXPATS living in Ecuador and/or who pass away with property domiciled in the country (plus often even for financial and physical assets/properties domiciled in the US and/or who have any Ecuadorian beneficiaries/heirs located anywhere in the world) is quite suitable in conjunction with the preparation of one’s Ecuadorian Last Will & Testament.
Plus as well, here as follows are three separate articles that Attorney-Abogada Sara Chaca wrote and published on “CuencaHighLife” regarding the again above advised theme of Ecuadorian Wills, including overall Estate Planning & Powers of Attorney, which shall collectively give ALL EXPATS an excellent understanding of the general process and requirements per overseeing all such important matters here in Ecuador with regards to any monies and/or property you bring to, buy & earn/receive in Ecuador, and with respect to your desires of what shall occur prior to and following your passing (i.e. Living Will & Cremation vs. Burial), along with any applicable Power of Attorney issues for you and your assets and/or medical situations during your lifetime:
https://cuencahighlife.com/wills-in-ecuador-do-you-need-one/
AND
https://cuencahighlife.com/the-best-end-of-life-plan-in-ecuador/
AND
For your best knowledge, Attorney-Abogada Sara Chaca (“Ecuador Visas”) WON BOTH the “Best Attorney of 2022” AND ALSO AGAIN the “Best Visa Facilitator of 2022” award categories on ‘Gringo Post’ here in Ecuador, per that further assisting you in making/being satisfied with your decision of which Legal Professional you should work with for purposes of administering/handling your overall “End of Life Planning” (‘Comprehensive Estate Planning’) concerns and dispositions related to these most important matters at hand, specifically for the benefit of your own person during your lifetime & thereafter per your loved ones, how you well will.
Email Attorney-Abogada Sara Chaca at sara@ecuadorvisas.com so as to request a FREE ($0.00) meeting with her, either in person at her Cuenca office or via video call by WhatsApp/Zoom!!
Email Address: sara@ecuadorvisas.com
WhatApp: +593 99 296 2065
Phones: 099-296-2065 / 07-410-4087 (Ecuador) OR 1-800-655-1581 (USA Toll-Free)
Physical Address: Calle Larga 6-16 & Hermano Miguel (2 story office building with balcony that shows directly above it the words of “Ecuador Visas”)
Website: www.ecuadorvisas.com
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The very beginners sessions work like this:
>How to articulate/ theoretical and practical explanations about articulation points and how to move the tongue, contrast with your native language (for English and German speakers), using the same instruments (articulation organs) to play a different type of music (languages), and of course, how to perform this music.
>Phonemic awareness/ you will inform your brain in a polite way that you will add some new sounds to the previous track list. Pronouncing correctly will increase your confidence.
The intermediate sessions work like this:
>Perception/ What your brain is expecting in your native language is beautifully packed in other words, other subtle meanings and we will work on how to perceive them.
>Decoding/ Reading vs speaking, reorganization of the spoken language, why is it so hard to understand and how to decode the message (the hardest challenge for a non native speaker).
The advanced sessions work like this:
Well, it’s late and Pumbaa my black furry friend is waiting for his daily walking, I will tell you more tomorrow.
Anyhoo,
Wondering about next sessions in January? schedules? doubts? G-mail me.
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Do you have unused items cluttering up your space? this is the perfect time to free up some space at home! D’Ellas Second Hand gladly accepts donations of furniture, clothing and more.
Your gently used items can find a new home, and your generosity can make a big difference. Plus, if cant drop them off, we can arrange pickups. Lets turn your preloved goods into opportunities for a brighter future. Contact us!
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Just a quick reminder
Peters Deli is open this Thanksgiving Day
from 10-18
In case you forgot something for a special dinner we will gladly deliver for you
As always Peters Deli delivery is free of charge without minimum purchase.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
and thank you for your constant support
Cheers
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No long winded post. No flowery prose. Just a heartfelt Thanksgiving Thank You to each of our wonderful clients from the family at Tienda Gourmet: King Smokehouse, Mountain Home Gourmet, and The Cuenca Shop. We are grateful and thankful for your patronage and support. Friday we again thank you by offering a 10% discount on King Smokehouse products (excluding Bacon). Our “smoky Friday” special. Just across from beautiful Parque San Sebastian.
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In ancestral wisdom traditions, all illness, whether physical, emotional or psychological, stems from an illness of Spirit – a separation of the self from one’s true essence. In Andean shamanism, “limpias” – or energy cleanses – help restore a person’s energy body to its natural state, creating balance, healings and reestablishing the natural current of vital energy to the physical body.
With the help of a shaman, stronger interventions are possible. Shamans act as a liaison between the spiritual and physical worlds and can assist in a retrieval of soul loss, repairing psychic and energetic intrusions, discharging ancestral karma, and restoring a person’s human connection to the natural world.
This is the medicine before ‘medicine’.
Taita Ivan Navarro, an elder shaman from Chile with over 40 years of service in the healing arts, will be in Cuenca offering ancestral Andean limpias/energy healings for the next month.
Healing sessions are private, and may include the use of: smoke, tobacco, sweet/bitter plants, crystals, fire, or power plants.
Cost is $70.
Please send a message via email to book a session.
If interested in other services such as: sweat lodge/temazcal, private or group services for specific needs/occasions, power plant medicine ceremonies, or would like to join a local opportunity to experience ancestral healing first hand, please send a message via email for more information.
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