
Athens, Greece
Searching for Hope
Relationships are foundational to Greek society. Sipping coffee with a trusted friend temporarily sets aside the pressures and challenges of life in a country struggling with high unemployment, a decrease in wages, minimal career opportunities, shifting cultural values, and lack of trust in the government and religious authorities. But, what or who offers genuine hope and change?
Transforming the Culture
The MTW team is partnering with national church planters in their efforts to bring lasting hope to a despairing people and to transform individual lives and communities through the gospel of grace. The vision of the Athens Church Plant Project is to plant new churches around Athens: in the wealthy and influential communities, in Exarchia, the anarchist capital of Greece, and in the densely populated immigrant area of Kypseli. MTW is committed to one-on-one discipleship, small group Bible studies, biblical teaching, and evangelistic outreaches to help implement and support the vision of our national partners. We are involved in mercy ministry opportunities and community programs for children, all supporting our church-planting efforts.
Meet the Team


David & Erin Pervis
In Greece, David and Erin use English language instruction to build relationships and share the gospel among Greeks and refugees from the Middle East and Asia.

Philip & Joy Kirkland
Philip and Joy and their three kids have been serving with MTW in Athens, Greece, since 2012.

Meet The Team


David & Erin Pervis
In Greece, David and Erin use English language instruction to build relationships and share the gospel among Greeks and refugees from the Middle East and Asia.
Philip & Joy Kirkland
Philip and Joy and their three kids have been serving with MTW in Athens, Greece, since 2012.
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How Hiking, Swimming Lessons, and ESL Create True Refugee Friendships (AUDIO)
Hear Erin and David's heart for refugees through stories of individuals overcoming trauma and beginning a new life in Athens, Greece.
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More Than Drops in the Bucket: Loving Refugees in Greece
A little church in Greece is taking on the refugee crisis with the love of Christ.
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Refugees: What You Don’t Hear on the News Interview with Philip and Joy Kirkland (AUDIO)
Kay Burklin and Carolyn Morris interview MTW missionaries, Philip and Joy Kirkland, on a new podcast about ministering among refugees.
See MorePray for refugees in Athens, Greece, as they overcome trauma and begin a new life. Pray, too, for the missionaries and church community ministering to them.
Related StoryPray for a small church in Athens, Greece that is reaching out to refugees with the love of Christ. Pray for the refugees there to hear the truth of the gospel.
Related StoryPray for ongoing work among refugees in Greece.
Related Story
How Hiking, Swimming Lessons, and ESL Create True Refugee Friendships (AUDIO)
Hear Erin and David's heart for refugees through stories of individuals overcoming trauma and beginning a new life in Athens, Greece.
SEE MORE
More Than Drops in the Bucket: Loving Refugees in Greece
A little church in Greece is taking on the refugee crisis with the love of Christ.
SEE MORE
Refugees: What You Don’t Hear on the News Interview with Philip and Joy Kirkland (AUDIO)
Kay Burklin and Carolyn Morris interview MTW missionaries, Philip and Joy Kirkland, on a new podcast about ministering among refugees.
SEE MORE