Rationale: The current exhorter rank is described as outdated and mismatched with modern ministry realities, reporting burdens, and ministerial specialization needs. Proposed change: Replace “Exhorter” with “Licensed Minister,” add specialization tracks, change credentialing language, and introduce a two-year renewal cycle beginning January 1, 2027.

Rationale: This is meant to codify common practice and strengthen leadership alignment across boards and committees. Proposed change: Require all officers appointed or elected to a general board or committee to be members of the Church of God in good standing.

Rationale: The proposal is intended to make leadership succession more efficient and equitable. Proposed change: Remove the restriction that the next two highest vote-getters must not have been elected to any other general office.

Rationale: The board was removed from the Minutes after the 2010 transition to divisional boards, but the proposal says its function still continues and should be restored. Proposed change: Reinsert the Youth and Discipleship Board into the Minutes with its selection process, duties, and advisory responsibilities.

Rationale: The motion addresses full-time service expectations for elected general officials and clarifies their vocational commitments. Proposed change: Require general elected officials to resign other Church of God appointments, serve full-time in their elected office, allow a limited transition period, and restrict use of office resources for personal ministries.