Our Vision
Through God’s love in action, we will provide many opportunities for Haitians of all ages to acknowledge, accept, respond to and claim that there is hope for themselves, for Haiti, and for future generations. We believe God’s word in Jeremiah 29:11 is for all Haitians personally, and for the country of Haiti as well. It is our vision and our assignment to help Haitians claim this promise from God, and act on it.
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
– Jeremiah 29:11
Our Ministry History
Like a seed planted in the ground that requires water, food and nurturing to grow in strength and maturity, so it was with He Can Move Mountains – Ministry to Haiti.
The seed planted by God into my heart and spirit in 2007, has grown and matured, over the last 11 years, only by the grace of God!
The growth progression which led us to obtain our nonprofit, 501c3 status in 2018 had several bumps and detours along the way, and even a period where growth was not visible, BUT God had a plan, and He would not let the seed die!
Many trips to Haiti over the 11 years, as part of a team with another ministry, gave me exposure, training, guidance, discernment and patience!! I also had many opportunities to connect on a personal level and develop beautiful lasting friendships. God has filled me to the top and I am overflowing with love and respect for these precious people!
The many experiences I had during those 11 years were obviously a large part of our growth and part of God’s plan “for such a time as this.”
It changed from “I”, to “we” and “us’, when I made a life changing move to N.C. in 2016, and married Manny Pena.
Manny and I made a trip to Cap Haitian, Haiti in Nov of 2016. We worked there with a local Pastor I had ministered with previously. Upon our return, Manny & I shared our experiences with friends, and two couples decided to join us as a team.
Our first official meeting as a Ministry was in March of 2018. At that time we felt led to concentrate our efforts in Cap Haitian and the surrounding area.
On September 26, we received our official documentation as a Christian nonprofit, 501c3 organization!
God continues to lead, guide, teach and bless us by allowing us to be His hands and feet in Haiti, through this ministry.
It is truly an honor to be a part of His work in Haiti, or wherever He should choose to send us in the future.
JoAnn Pena
Co-founder and President of He Can Move Mountains – Ministry to Haiti.
Our Team
Our backgrounds, experiences and personalities are very diverse and bring to the table a beautiful combination of skills, ministry experiences and interests. Our common denominator is our love for Jesus and our desire to serve Him. We believe God brought us together to form this ministry for “such a time as this”. He has filled us with His Love and Compassion for the people of Haiti and directed us to the Cap Haitien area. We are always open to His leading and will reach as far and wide through Haiti as God directs and provides.
Manny & JoAnn Pena
Co-Founders
Manny: Spiritual Advisor JoAnn: President
John & Kim Bowers
John: Secretary
Kim: Public Relations
Pastor Alan & Laddy Eakin
Alan: Treasurer
Laddy: Public Relations
Pastor Constant & Nicole Harris
Our Pastors in Cap Haitien, Haiti
Statement of Faith
We believe the Bible to be the inspired word of God, true and without error.
We believe in one eternal God, existing in three persons: the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as the only begotten Son of the Father, full of grace and truth.” – John 1:1 & 14
We believe in His virgin birth, Jesus’ life without sin, His death on the cross for our sins, His resurrection and His ascension. He is seated at the right hand of God, interceding for believers, and to return to bring His children home.
We believe that salvation comes through believing in Jesus and acknowledging Him as Lord and savior. “I am the way, and the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father except through Me.” – John 14:6
We believe in the indwelling of the Holy Spirit to teach and guide believers in a life that glorifies God.
We believe in the great commission; “Go ye into the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” That Jesus died for all humanity and it is His desire that all should be saved.
We believe that the only true reality is that which is eternal and we desire to introduce to all people the gift of eternal life, through the death of Jesus on the cross, His resurrection, and His imminent return.
We believe that we are called to serve our God. That we are an extension of his love and blessed to be part of His plan.
“If you have faith as a mustard seed, you will say to this mountain ‘move from here to there,’ and it will move, and nothing will be impossible for you.” – Matthew 17:20