Which body appoints the Standing Boards?

• A. The Federation Council
• B. International General Assembly
• C. General Council
• D. International Executive Committee

Answer: (D)

appointing Standing Boards is an executive governance function. In this church structure, the International Executive Committee holds the authority to establish and appoint the permanent boards that oversee major ministries between General Assemblies. This arrangement keeps leadership stable and accountable, ensuring that the boards reflect the global church’s strategic directions between the larger gatherings. The International General Assembly, while essential for setting policy and direction, typically does not manage routine appointments; it approves overarching decisions rather than the ongoing composition of Standing Boards. Other bodies like the Federation Council or General Council have important roles in governance and oversight, but the specific duty of naming these Standing Boards belongs to the executive committee, making that body the correct choice.