Which type of conference is convened to address business arising between regular conferences?

• A. Called Conference
• B. Annual Conference
• C. Special Conference
• D. General Conference

Answer: (A)

When urgent matters come up between regular gatherings, a Called Conference is convened. This type of meeting is specifically set up to handle business that cannot wait until the next scheduled conference. It’s usually summoned by the bishop or executive leadership and has a focused agenda, with authority limited to the issues identified in the call. This makes it the right tool for timely decisions on matters like urgent policy adjustments or actions that must be taken before the next full conference.

In contrast, the regular, scheduled gathering (annual conference) occurs on a fixed timetable for broader governance. A special conference serves a particular, predefined purpose but not necessarily to handle everyday between-term business. A general conference is the large, infrequent assembly with wide scope, not the usual vehicle for urgent matters between regular conferences.