October 26, 2022
Community members of San Antonio de Quito backfill a trench after the new distribution system pipe was installed. Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. - Hebrews 12:1-2 The construction of the distribution system in San Antonio de Quito is complete! After starting this process over six years ago, it is wonderful to see the community work so hard to get this project finished. The only remaining item to complete is the pump installation, which will hopefully be done in early November, after the electrical connection to the pump house is completed by the local electricity provider. The community has been working for over two months to build the tanks, dig and backfill the trenches, and install the system pipe. I have been in an observational role throughout ...