Our Story — Beginnings in Africa

Born in Panama, and together with my husband, Moisés Vega—now with the Lord—we committed our lives to the lordship of Christ in 1984 while Moisés was working as an engineer in a remote area of North Africa.

In 1986, we received clear direction from the Lord, including words such as: “As I have blessed you, go and bless My work.” Obedient to His leading, we began sharing the Gospel among Muslim communities and among the Dinka and Shilluk people groups. This ministry took place after Moisés’ working hours and in partnership with brothers from other nations who were stationed in the same area. We met almost nightly to pray, study the Word, and plan the work among these unreached peoples.

During our years in Africa, four churches were strengthened, a construction ministry was initiated, and two new churches were planted among tribal groups. It was both a joy and a challenge to serve as the wife of an engineer and a cross-cultural worker. Without realizing it at the time, God was forming the foundation of our missionary calling.

Return to Panama and Full-Time Ministry

In 1991, after my husband faced persecution by security authorities, the Lord clearly directed us to return to Panama. He instructed us not to return to secular employment, but to serve Him full-time, with the promise that He Himself would provide for all our needs. Faithful to His word, He has done so.

The following four years were a season of preparation. God allowed us to build relationships with pastors, congregations, ministries, and mission organizations, equipping us through both formal training and hands-on field experience.

Equipping the Church and Expanding the Vision

In 1996, the Lord opened doors for us to represent the Bible Society of Panama in three provinces. During this time, we were also introduced to E3 Partners (formerly Global Missions Fellowship – GMF). Alongside several like-minded ministries, we embraced a shared vision: to serve the Panamanian Church by equipping, developing, and mobilizing believers to go, make disciples, and plant churches where they are most needed.

We serve as a bridge ministry, connecting local pastors and lay leaders with churches and ministries in the United States, partnering together to fulfill the Great Commission.

The Lord has allowed us to work closely with the Ngäbe (Guaymí) and Naso (Teribe) people groups, as well as with Spanish-speaking churches throughout Panama. Through our partnership with E3, the work also expanded into Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and El Salvador, grounded in the principle of 2 Timothy 2:2.

Since 1996, more than 2,000 brothers and sisters from the United States have served alongside Panamanian churches, and together we have witnessed over 30,000 lives come from darkness into the Light.

Legacy, Family, and the Continuation of the Call

I give thanks to the Lord for Moisés Vega Sr.—more than a husband, he was also a father, friend, teacher, and mentor. God used him to prepare and equip us so that the ministry could continue even after his homegoing to be with the Lord in January 2012.

In September 2012, the Lord opened the door for me to receive leadership training at the Haggai Institute in Maui. This season of preparation has been a lasting blessing, strengthening the ministry in many ways over the years.

Today, our son David leads the ministry, carrying the primary responsibility and vision, and I serve alongside him as support and spiritual guidance, helping provide continuity, discernment, and direction as the Lord leads.

Our prayer continues to be that the Holy Spirit would ignite a Church Planting Movement in Panama and that, by working together, Panama would continue to be a blessing to the nations.

We praise the Lord for our children, each faithfully serving in different areas:
Moíses and José in technology and financial support;
David, leading the ministry;
Ruth, Teo, and little Talsy, praying and assisting in various ways.

Written by Talsidia Vega G.