The Church and Pastor's Council is elected ____ and by ballot.

• A. biennially
• B. annually
• C. weekly
• D. monthly

Answer: (A)

This item tests how often and how the Church and Pastor's Council are chosen. They are elected every two years and by ballot. A two-year term gives steady leadership and time to plan and implement ministry initiatives, while still allowing regular updates and renewal. Voting by ballot means a secret, formal vote, which promotes fairness and protects voters from pressure, helping the congregation express their choice confidentially.

Choosing on a weekly or monthly basis would disrupt governance and hinder long-term planning, and electing annually would lead to frequent turnover and less continuity. The biennial, secret-ballot approach balances experience with renewal and preserves a fair, orderly process.