Nickname: J.J.
J.J. is the boisterous entertainer of the Mission. He is motivated and strives for excellence in everything he does. He loves to read and play basketball. J.J. likes history, math and science, especially learning about oceans and marine animals, which are often the subjects of his drawings. In the future he would like to study business in college.
He is currently enrolled in Hope College in Holland, Michigan.
Edney was our first student to graduate from the Mission’s school. Bright like his cousin Widley who also lives at the Mission, Edney is inquisitive and precocious. We are sure the “E” in his name stands for “encyclopedia,” his favorite book, for all the information he eagerly absorbs. This young scholar also has a passion for classical music. He loves to play the bass and enjoys reading in his free time. Edney has a great sense of humor and is loved by all of the children. He is looking forward to starting college in the fall and plans to study business. In the future he would like to be the Director of the Have Faith Haiti Mission.
Samanza is lighthearted, sensitive, and loves to joke with the kids and staff. She’s the oldest girl, and with that maturity she displays a deep sense of responsibility and has generous, maternal instincts. She recently learned how to sew, embroidery, and designed a dress! She is currently learning two languages, Hebrew and Japanese. Samanza loves to dance and play the guitar. In the future she would like to be a social worker.
She is currently enrolled in Hope College in Holland, Michigan.
Nicknames: Kiki and Dr. Chivensky
A budding scholar, Kiki is ambitious, eager to learn, and a leader around the Mission. He can often be found playing the guitar, chatting with the other kids, or exercising. He is passionate about music and dreams about having his own business someday.
Nickname: Kevin
After graduating from José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen culinary school and completing an internship with E.G. Nicks in Plymouth, MI. Kervens later served as the Mission’s chef.
