What is the minimum age for members and ministers to participate in the international General Assembly of the Church of God (COG)?

• A. 16 years
• B. 18 years
• C. 21 years
• D. 25 years

Answer: (A)

The point being tested is that participation in the international General Assembly is opened to those who are sixteen years old and up. This age threshold allows younger members to engage in governance and learn how the assembly operates, while still ensuring participants have reached a level of maturity and responsibility appropriate for representing local churches in discussions and decisions. In this context, ministers who are credentialed to participate must meet the church’s licensing or credentialing requirements, which are separate from the basic age rule for participation. So, sixteen is the minimum age that allows both members and ministers to take part in the assembly's activities.