A minister's license can be revoked if he/she fails to report for __________ months.

• A. 3 months
• B. 6 months
• C. 9 months
• D. 12 months

Answer: (B)

Regular reporting to the licensing authority is essential for maintaining accountability and oversight in ministry. When a minister stops reporting for a substantial period, there’s no way to confirm they are active and serving, which can undermine governance and the protection of congregations.

The six-month threshold is chosen because it signals a clear, defined period of inactivity that is long enough to cover reasonable but extended absences, yet short enough to prompt timely review and action. A shorter window, like three months, might misread brief or unforeseen gaps as a problem, while longer windows such as nine or twelve months could leave churches without clear oversight for too long. So, failing to report for six months is the point at which licensing authorities can revoke the license to ensure proper stewardship and accountability.