IV. Pastoral Ethics and Church Polity

Question 1

1. Who is able to perform the ordinances of the church?

Answer 1

1) The Bishop or Pastor and deacons can perform the ordinances of the church.

Question 2

2. What can a licentiate not do?

Answer 2

2) A Licentiate is not permitted Serve the Lord’s Supper, baptisms, marriages or graveside committals.

Question 3

3. Is there a secular side to the church business?

Answer 3

3) Yes there is a secular side to the church business.

Question 4

4. Should the preacher or the church be involved in politics?

Answer 4

4) Yes, preachers and the church should be involved in political affairs.

Question 5

5. Should leaders be placed in positions based on talent?

Answer 5

5) Leaders should not be placed in positions based on talent.

Question 6

6. What are four requirements/ laws of discipline in the church?

Answer 6

6) The four requirements/ laws of discipline in the church are the law of love, confession, forgiveness, and restoration.

Question 7

7. What are the three rights of an accused member?

Answer 7

7) An accused member has the rights of an opportunity of vindication, to see the accuser and statements, and to have copies of the charges.