Synopsis: Church Administration &
Assemblies of God Polity. Latest
2026–2027. Questions & Correct
Answers. Graded A
Annual Credential Renewal Process - ANSThe process by which all
credentialed ministers with the General Council Assemblies of God must
renew their credentials by filling out a form/questionnaire which must be
completed no later than December 31st of the given year.
Articles of Incorporation for a local church - ANSAdopt Articles of
Incorporation, a constitution or bylaws compatible with models
recommended by the district council, or district approved governance
models that provide for adequate accountability, amenability, and
safeguards so that a pastor and/or governing body cannot directly or
indirectly exert dictatorial control over a church.
Assemblies of God U.S. Missions - ANSThe General Council of the
Assemblies of God shall assume responsibility and do all within its power to
spread the gospel to the homeland. In keeping with this obligation, there
shall be an Assemblies of God U.S. Missions. The primary responsibility of
this division shall be to act as an agency of the church in fulfilling its
mission. The essential functions are promoting the establishing of
1
, indigenous churches and facilitating the evangelization and discipleship of
individuals within the scope of U.S. Missions. All such activities shall be
conducted in full cooperation with the district councils. The division shall
provide coordination, promotion, assistance to motivate action, and shall
receive and disburse funds.
Assemblies of God World Missions - ANSThe General Council of the
Assemblies of God shall assume responsibility and do all within its power
for the spread of the gospel in foreign lands. In keeping with this objective,
there shall be an Assemblies of God World Missions to which shall be
committed all the world missions interests of the Fellowship. The primary
responsibility of this division in its field of activity shall be to act as an
agency of the church in fulfilling its fourfold mission.
Call to Ministry - ANSGod calls people, without regard to race, gender,
disability, or national origin; to be apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors
and teachers, exhorters, administrators, leaders, and helpers; to build up
the body of Christ. The call to ministry refers to the urgency received from
God by an individual to serve the local church in the listed capacities.
Church governance documents - ANSAdopt Articles of Incorporation, a
constitution or bylaws compatible with models recommended by the district
council, or district approved governance models that provide for adequate
accountability, amenability, and safeguards so that a pastor and/or
governing body cannot directly or indirectly exert dictatorial control over a
church.
2