
Tom Cairns
Tom Cairns is the archivist for the EFCA. A physician who worked for 19 years in Congo, Tom later served as director of international ministries for the EFCA mission, now known as ReachGlobal. Since retirement, Tom enjoys sharing stories about the history of the EFCA, answering questions from our churches and helping the churches with their own stories. He also uploads our historical books, photos and documents to our archive website. Tom’s great desire is to bring glory to God as we celebrate the history we have in the EFCA.
Post List
Viewing 11 of 11 posts


The Impact of Confirmation
For decades, confirmation classes were a significant element of church life for young people.
Tom Cairns
June 23, 2022

A Significant Guide
Erick Anton Halleen was the first president of the merged Free Church movement.
Tom Cairns
May 26, 2022

A (Ministry) Jack-of-All-Trades
Fredrik Franson was an evangelist, church planter, world missionary and more.
Tom Cairns
April 21, 2022


The Swedish Songbird
Winifred Larson didn't begin singing in ministry until age 23, but she had a significant impact on our musical heritage.
Tom Cairns
March 03, 2022

Decades of Partnership, A Century of Ministry
This year, the Free Church of Congo, known by the acronym CECU (Evangelical Community of Christ in the Ubangi) will celebrate its 100-year anniversary. Their history is our history, too.
Tom Cairns
February 22, 2022


Looking Back on Free Church Publications
To celebrate the 90th anniversary of the Evangelical Beacon, let’s continue to pursue unity by telling more EFCA stories.
Tom Cairns
October 07, 2021

Celebrating Our 70th Anniversary
The “Marriage” of two Evangelical Free Church bodies
Tom Cairns
June 15, 2020

EFCA History: December 24, 1944
How prayer helped an EFCA president through a wartime tragedy
Tom Cairns
December 13, 2019