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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.
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The Significance of the EFCA's Diamond Jubilee
In 1959, the EFCA celebrated how God worked through 75 years of ministry.
Tom Cairns
June 28, 2024
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Tent Revivals in the Free Church
In the early twentieth century, these venues of evangelism helped bring thousands to the Lord.
Tom Cairns
May 30, 2024
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A.J. Thorwall: A Preacher Like No Other
"Some men become legends after they die. This man has become a legend while he lived!"
Tom Cairns
April 23, 2024
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Twenty Years in the Wild West
Despite violence, health issues and sleeping in open fields at night, A.A. Anderson persevered to share the gospel.
Tom Cairns
March 21, 2024
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Six Formative Meetings
The Founding of the Swedish Evangelical Free Church.
Tom Cairns
February 29, 2024
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Steadfast Since 1884
140 years ago, the Danish-Norweigan Free Church planted its first church. It still stands strong today.
Tom Cairns
January 12, 2024
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Revisiting New Year's Celebrations
How EFCA churches watched and prayed for the Lord's return.
Tom Cairns
December 28, 2023
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Missionary, Pastor, Educator and Author
Dr. Calvin Hanson left a lasting legacy in the EFCA.
Tom Cairns
September 21, 2023
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An Early EFCA Evangelist
C.O. Sahlstrom championed the gospel and mentored young ministers.
Tom Cairns
August 24, 2023
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Lydia's EFCA Roots
An initiative of the Ladies Aid Society in Chicago has been providing care for children for over 100 years.
Tom Cairns
July 27, 2023
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God Is Moving in the Next Generation
The Free Church Youth Fellowship conference, now Challenge, has always been a means for equipping EFCA youth.
Tom Cairns
June 29, 2023