
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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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

Six Formative Meetings
The Founding of the Swedish Evangelical Free Church.
Tom Cairns
February 29, 2024

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

Revisiting New Year's Celebrations
How EFCA churches watched and prayed for the Lord's return.
Tom Cairns
December 28, 2023

Missionary, Pastor, Educator and Author
Dr. Calvin Hanson left a lasting legacy in the EFCA.
Tom Cairns
September 21, 2023

An Early EFCA Evangelist
C.O. Sahlstrom championed the gospel and mentored young ministers.
Tom Cairns
August 24, 2023

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

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


The Women's Missionary Society
This year is the 115th anniversary of the significant efforts of EFCA supporting global missions.
Tom Cairns
April 20, 2023

The Swedish Missionary Lady
Ellen Modin was born in Sweden, came to America and shared the gospel with Mormons.
Tom Cairns
March 30, 2023