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Guarding the Church From Wolves
In 1893, early Free Church leaders established an association to affirm qualified preachers.

The Few Who Saved a Church
An EFCA church was foundering. EFCA GATEWAY and a neighboring pastor partnered with them to bring it new life.

Deepening Our Longstanding Partnership
Anchored in our shared values, TEDS and the EFCA are stronger together.

Intimacy, Authenticity, Simplicity
On sabbatical, I asked God what He wanted from me. He asked me the same question back.

Dan Holman: Local Churches Are Key in Crisis
How one ReachGlobal missionary followed the call to serve in the unique mission field that follows crisis.

Political Elections: Truths to Remember, Confessions to Be Made and Prayers to Pray
A call for endurance, faith and hope amid this election season.

J.G. Princell: A Father of the Early Free Church
Theologian, pastor and author, he trained the pastors that would shape the Free Church for generations.

Starting the Conversation Now
Review of "Parenting Without Panic in a LGBT-Affirming World" by Rachel Gilson.

Wisdom for Shepherds of Suffering Sheep
From one pastor to another, here’s a word of comfort and encouragement.

Voices of the EFCA: Our Work Matters
Fearfully and joyfully fulfilling the EFCA mission.

The Glorious Mess of Community
Glen Schrieber, John Gerhardt and Tyrone Christoph discuss Urban Impact and developing the next generation of leaders.

Meals as Mission
The value of shared meals in sharing the gospel with our communities.

Founding the “Un-Denomination”
Early Swedish Free Church leaders didn't want to form a denomination. It happened anyway.

Q&A With Graduates of Prepared
As Prepared’s first students graduate, three reflect on its impact and promise.

Credentialing: A Critical Way to Foster Doctrinal Fidelity and Moral Faithfulness
The history, policy, processes and benefits of pursuing credentialing in the EFCA.

A Homeschooling Mom, a Businessman and a Nurse
How three believers travel abroad to advocate for vulnerable children.

American Church Meets Scottish Pastor
Robbie Brown felt called to serve in the Midwest. He just had to get there first.

A Newspaperman After God's Heart
John Martenson united the early Free Church with the Chicago-Bladet.
