In 1909, the Assembly approved which group to be licensed to preach?

• A. men
• B. ministers
• C. women
• D. laypersons

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that the Assembly extended preaching credentials to women, marking a notable step in who could serve in public preaching within the Church of God. In 1909, this body chose to authorize women to receive licenses to preach, aligning with the movement’s emphasis on the Spirit’s work across believers and expanding women’s leadership roles in ministry. A license to preach is a credential that permits public ministry and preaching under church oversight, often with renewal or accountability, rather than full ordination. This change shifted the playing field for women in pastoral and evangelistic work without implying immediate changes to all other leadership offices. The other groups—men, ministers, or laypersons—were not the focus of this licensing action at that time; the decision specifically opened preaching licenses to women.