Fivos in Peru – Living for forgotten children
Fivos doesn’t live a conventional life. In the heart of a slum in Lima, Peru, he ministers to youth in an impoverished neighborhood, surrounding them with love, structure, and faith. How did a Greek missionary who grew up in Germany become a “father” — and even a “grandfather” — to children so far from home? It all started with a call he couldn’t ignore…
After attending Bible College in Greece, Fivos traveled to Peru with some friends who were originally from there. The contact with the people, the difficult living conditions, and the inner prompting of God led him to stay. Since 2011, Fivos has been serving as a missionary with Hellenic Ministries in Lima—a city marked by poverty and crime—where many mothers raise their children alone, and girls often become mothers as early as age 14. Many children drop out of school simply because they cannot afford uniforms or basic school supplies.
Most men work at the port, while women often work as cleaners or cooks. Fivos learned the language and began reaching out to children—through surfing, outings, conversations, and even by accompanying them to doctor’s appointments and to school. Many of their parents are absent, so his presence became a steady source of care and support.
Over the years, Fivos has been a godly presence in the lives of many children within his community. With no support from state services, he has long been a stable, fatherly figure for children in crisis. At one point, he even learned sign language to communicate with a hearing-impaired child. Even when some of the young people fall back into drugs, break the law, end up in prison, turn their backs on him, or leave, Fivos remains. Constant. With open arms.
In the summer of 2025, Fivos married Fevronia, and the two are now continuing the ministry together. While she is only beginning to share in this calling, her presence marks a new chapter of strength and partnership in their service. Today, they live with several children in their care — three young boys and three small children under the age of six. Some call him “Papá,” while the little ones affectionately call him “Pappou” (“Grandpa”).
Fivos also visits prisoners, organizes Bible studies and post-rehab recovery programs, preaches, and runs a home ministry for women.
Fivos’ heart beats with one desire: to see these children redeemed, free, and living in the joy of Christ.
How you can help
- Pray for the salvation of every young person who has been touched by Fivos' ministry—that they would encounter the love of Christ and walk in lasting transformation.
- Partner with us financially. $118,000 USD is needed for the purchase of the current house and the construction of an additional floor. This will help meet the growing needs of the ministry and provide adequate space for the family of eight.
-
$236 USD is needed to cover one month’s tuition fees for two of the three young children attending a private school. (The third child is already supported.)