TRUSTEES REPORT 1.4.23 TO 31.3.24
WARWICK NEW LIFE CHURCH, FRIARS STREET, WARWICK CHARITY NO. 1052018
The Trustees who served during the financial year were Pastor Linz Alexander (Chairperson/Minister), Stacey Bains (Treasurer/Elder) and Vicky Goma (Secretary/Elder). Trustees are appointed by the Minister and the Elders. AOG Property Trust remained Holding Trustees for the building. The legal structure for the charity is an unincorporated association. Our governing document is the Assemblies of God New Model Deed Trust.
The principal aim of the charity is the advancement of the Christian faith. As a worshipping community of believers our objectives are to serve Jesus by serving others and making Him known. We have continued to serve and be at the heart of our community, promoting community cohesion,by giving opportunities for positive relationships to be formed and maintained through our outreach program engaging children young people, families and local adults. Our CrashOut Kids Club and Youth Club continue to thrive with children and young people keen to meet together in a youth club setting. We also held our annual summer camp which not only saw a good number of primary aged children attending but also a great number of youth members who trained and attended as emerging leaders. We were also able to take many of the young people on trips undertaking many various activities including ice skating, Go-Karting, a visit to the cinema and family days out to the seaside and a zoo/farm attraction. We received local council grants, HAF funding and various other charity funding for which we were very grateful as it allowed us to provide extra activities during school holidays for families struggling with the cost of living.
Our church building has been well used as a Warm Hub with consistent numbers coming along from the community to our Community Café where a free hot dinner and desert is served as well as offering a warm space to meet and socialise with others. We offer signposting, advice and support on debt, benefits, mental health issues, relationship breakdown, as well as tackling loneliness and social isolation especially among those who are deemed as vulnerable adults. Our Community Christmas Dinner was well attended and as part of our growing leaders some of our youth had the task of cutting and prepare vegetables the night before and serving at tables and providing entertainment on the day.
Church volunteers continue to make weekly visits to the elderly and those living alone giving out free cakes etc which is particularly welcomed by those struggling with ill health who are unable to attend church activities whilst creating opportunity for a valuable welfare check.
Our weekly Boccia Club has been well attended by those with disabilities or long term health conditions. We have also provided various affordable nights out and day trips to those on low or no income using the church minibuses further enhancing community cohesion and also helping to improve people’s physical and mental well-being.
Our Community Supermarket/Shop is continuing to provide much needed help as the cost-of-living crisis is making life difficult for many. The small contribution we ask for enables us to buy fresh veg and this alongside the meat from our Your Farmer Foodbank allows those in need to cook healthy, balanced nutritious meals. This year we have repeatedly supported families with the supply of second-hand furniture and white goods given to us as donations. Having our own van for collections and drop- offs essentially allows us to deliver this type of ministry.
During the year we have continued to build positive relationships with community partners including Warwick’s Social Prescribing Service, Schools, Social Services, Trussel Trust Foodbank and local councils We have an effective partnership with other churches and community centres working together to meet local need and taking referrals for our services as well as signposting to theirs. The sweet shop in Warwick town centre continues to offer a great platform to maintain and create new relationships as well as supporting the delivery of our Foodbank in the heart of the town. We are delighted that through the hard work of our dedicated team of volunteers, partnership working, grant funding and the grace of God we have been able to touch and change lives for the better in our beloved community
The charity’s finances were used to fund the aforementioned activities and to support the upkeep of its building. We also made regular donations to some organisations that operate with a similar ethos to ourselves. With respect to reserves in the Charity’s bank accounts, these were carried forward into the next financial year in order to meet planned expenditure and imminent bills.
Pastor Linz Alexander
on behalf of the Trustees for Warwick New Life Church
NEW LIFE CHURCH WARWICK
FRIARS STREET
WARWICK
CV34 6HD
Registered Charity: 1052018
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT
AND
INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Luke Silver Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close Minehead Somerset TA24 6DQ
Mobile: 07710 456376
E-mail: luke-silver@puresilver.org.uk
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
Receipts and Payments Accounts
Report to the trustees/members of New Life Church Warwick
Registered Charity number 1052018
On the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024
Set out on the following pages
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
-
Examine the accounts (under section 145 of the 2022 Act;
-
To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
-
State whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts a ‘true and fair view’ and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
-
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with section130 of the 2011 Act; and
-
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met: or
- (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed L A Silver
Date: 18 December 2024
Luke Silver HNC Business & Finance Accountancy Practitioner
25 Ellicombe Close, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 6DQ
NEW LIFE CHURCH, WARWICK
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND THE CHURCH COUNCIL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
ACTIVITIES REVIEW
The financial results are set out in the enclosed accounts.
The principal activity throughout the year under review was that of the advancement of the Christian faith and the extension of the Kingdom of God
TRUSTEES AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS
Chair
Pastor Linz Alexander, Flat 2, 23A Market Place, Warwick. CV34 4SA
Treasurer
Miss Stacey Bains, Flat 2, 23A Market Place, Warwick. CV34 4SA
Secretary
Victoria Gomer
STATEMENT
We certify that the books, vouchers and information produced to enable the independent examination of our accounts to be conducted contain a full and correct record of our financial transactions and activities to the best of our knowledge and belief.
SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE CHURCH COUNCIL
Please print name _____ Date ____
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO CHURCH COUNCIL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for submitting the accounts for independent examination.
CHARITY LAW AND FINANCIAL REGULATIONS
The independent examination has been carried out in accordance with The Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 1995 (Statutory Instruments No 2724) and rhw Accounting by Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
SIGNING OF ACCOUNTS
I shall be obliged if you will please forward a copy of the signature page for my records after the accounts have been signed by a representative appointed by the Trustees and Church Council. A spare copy is enclosed.
CONCLUSION
There are no other matters I feel need to be brought to your attention.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for clarification of for further assistance.
Luke Silver
18 December 2024
New Life Church, Warwick
Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| Receipts Offerings/Donations Grants Misc Total |
2023 / 24 £ 50,075 32,555 3,000 |
2022 / 23 £ 41,840 28,380 2,795 |
Payments Ministry Establisment Administration Church Family Farmer Foodbank Total |
2023 / 24 £ 15,315 6,191 477 31,291 27,253 |
2022 / 23 £ 18,082 14,846 367 20,506 15,663 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85,630 | **73,015 ** | 80,527 | 69,464 | ||
| Balance brought forward 1 April 2023 Lloyds 2035349 4,425 Lloyds 2357095 224 Lloyds 01349153 1,500 Lloyds 64733160 3,384 Lloyds 66410460 500 Total **10,033 ** |
Balance Carried forward 31 March 2024 Lloyds 2035349 2,033 Lloyds 2357095 372 Lloyds 01349153 594 Lloyds 64733160 626 Lloyds 66410460 1,709 Total 5,334 |
||||
| **10,033 ** | 5,334 |
New Life Church, Warwick
Income for the Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| 2023 / 24 | 2023 / 24 | 2022 / 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Account Gift Aided Offerings Non Gift Aid Offerings Gift Aid Tax Back Van/Minibus Offerings Grants Outreach Offerings Other Sale of Freezer Van Total |
£ 21,109 6,940 5,606 3,100 2,290 0 0 3,000 |
£ 18,205 6,240 8,479 871 4,317 905 0 0 |
|
| 42,045 | 39,017 | ||
| Youth Account Crash Out Fees Grants - Sports Grants - Camp Grants - Equipment Outreach Donations - Camp Donations - Trips Crash Out Tots HAF Income Total |
£ 1,725 0 7,615 0 0 565 625 0 8,295 |
£ 585 0 7,499 1,184 0 2,175 98 0 1,890 |
|
| 18,825 | 13,431 | ||
| Tithe Account Donations Transfers from Main Account Total |
£ 265 5,188 |
£ 270 4,890 |
|
| 5,453 | 5,160 | ||
| Farmer Foodbank Capital Equipment Grants Local Government Grants Foodbank / Furniture Projects Donations Total |
£ 0 22,650 0 1,845 |
£ 0 13,380 0 4,345 |
|
| 24,495 | 17,725 | ||
| Building Fund Grants Donations Total |
£ 0 0 |
£ 2,000 572 |
|
| 0 | 2,572 | ||
New Life Church, Warwick
| New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £ £ 2023 / 24 Expenditure for the Year Ending 31 March 2 Registered Charity Number: 1052018 |
£ £ 2022 / 23 024 |
||||
| Main Account Establishment Insurances/Licences Heat/Light/Water Telephone Equipment / Training Cleaning Building Works Total Establishment Ministry Pastor's Wages & Expenses Church Family Outreach Mini Bus & Van Trips Refreshments etc Ministry Gifts Food Project Total Church Family Administration Accountancy Fees Stationery & Postage Total Administration Total Expenditure |
1,437 3,179 500 733 0 342 |
1,439 2,962 387 2,581 18 609 |
|||
| 15,315 2,551 2,449 0 0 1,255 0 |
6,191 15,315 |
18,082 477 1,267 0 0 1,180 0 |
7,996 18,082 |
||
| 346 131 |
6,255 | 346 21 |
2,924 | ||
| 477 | 367 | ||||
| 28,238 | 29,369 |
| Youth Account Church Family Equipment - Crash Out Tots Equipment - Kids / Youth Club Camps Trips Outreach Training Crash Out Tots - Refreshments Sundries Total |
£ 0 187 9,156 8,440 894 0 0 0 |
£ | £ 0 1,920 8,600 2,899 165 0 0 185 |
£ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18,677 | 13,769 | ||||
| Tithe Account Church Family Missions Ministry Gifts Total |
£ 3,760 2,599 |
£ | £ 2,330 1,668 |
£ | |
| 6,359 | 3,998 | ||||
| Farmer Foodbank Capital Costs Cost of Food Operating Costs HAF Project Costs Community Set Up Costs Total |
£ 0 14,425 8,560 4,268 0 |
£ | £ 990 8,924 4,749 1,000 0 |
£ | |
| 27,253 | 15,663 | ||||
| Building Fund Building Work / Materials Other Building / DIY Works Total |
£ 0 0 |
£ | £ 6,850 0 |
£ | |
| 0 | 6,850 |
New Life Church, Warwick
Statement of Assets & Liabilities
Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| Fixed Assets Church Premises - insurance value Contents of Premises - insurance value Specified Contents Item 17 Seater Mini Bus (Purchased April 2017) 17 Seater Mini Bus Depreciation 17 Seater Mini Bus Value at April 2024 Van Value at April 2024 Freezer Van - Purchased £11,100 (17 August 2020) 9 Seater Minibus Iveco (Reg BT68 MHU (Purchased February 2024) Total Fixed Assets Current Assets Lloyds 2035349 Lloyds 2357095 Lloyds 01349153 Lloyds 64733160 Lloyds 66410460 Total Current Assets Total Assets Less Current Liabilities Net Assets |
2022 / 23 £ 1,067,638 109,272 5,383 8,000 5,568 |
2022 / 23 £ |
|---|---|---|
| 2,432 | ||
| 409 5,019 7,830 19,800 |
||
| 2,033 372 594 626 1,709 |
1,212,764 | |
| NIL | 5,334 1,218,098 1,218,098 |
NEW LIFE CHURCH WARWICK
FRIARS STREET
WARWICK
CV34 6HD
Registered Charity: 1052018
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT
AND
INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
Luke Silver Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close Minehead Somerset TA24 6DQ
Mobile: 07710 456376
E-mail: luke-silver@puresilver.org.uk
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
Receipts and Payments Accounts
Report to the trustees/members of New Life Church Warwick
Registered Charity number 1052018
On the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024
Set out on the following pages
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
-
Examine the accounts (under section 145 of the 2022 Act;
-
To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
-
State whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts a ‘true and fair view’ and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
-
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
-
to keep accounting records in accordance with section130 of the 2011 Act; and
-
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met: or
- (2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed L A Silver
Date: 18 December 2024
Luke Silver HNC Business & Finance Accountancy Practitioner
25 Ellicombe Close, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 6DQ
NEW LIFE CHURCH, WARWICK
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND THE CHURCH COUNCIL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
ACTIVITIES REVIEW
The financial results are set out in the enclosed accounts.
The principal activity throughout the year under review was that of the advancement of the Christian faith and the extension of the Kingdom of God
TRUSTEES AND CHURCH COUNCIL MEMBERS
Chair
Pastor Linz Alexander, Flat 2, 23A Market Place, Warwick. CV34 4SA
Treasurer
Miss Stacey Bains, Flat 2, 23A Market Place, Warwick. CV34 4SA
Secretary
Victoria Gomer
STATEMENT
We certify that the books, vouchers and information produced to enable the independent examination of our accounts to be conducted contain a full and correct record of our financial transactions and activities to the best of our knowledge and belief.
SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE CHURCH COUNCIL
Please print name _____ Date ____
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO CHURCH COUNCIL
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for submitting the accounts for independent examination.
CHARITY LAW AND FINANCIAL REGULATIONS
The independent examination has been carried out in accordance with The Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 1995 (Statutory Instruments No 2724) and rhw Accounting by Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP)
SIGNING OF ACCOUNTS
I shall be obliged if you will please forward a copy of the signature page for my records after the accounts have been signed by a representative appointed by the Trustees and Church Council. A spare copy is enclosed.
CONCLUSION
There are no other matters I feel need to be brought to your attention.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for clarification of for further assistance.
Luke Silver
18 December 2024
New Life Church, Warwick
Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| Receipts Offerings/Donations Grants Misc Total |
2023 / 24 £ 50,075 32,555 3,000 |
2022 / 23 £ 41,840 28,380 2,795 |
Payments Ministry Establisment Administration Church Family Farmer Foodbank Total |
2023 / 24 £ 15,315 6,191 477 31,291 27,253 |
2022 / 23 £ 18,082 14,846 367 20,506 15,663 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85,630 | **73,015 ** | 80,527 | 69,464 | ||
| Balance brought forward 1 April 2023 Lloyds 2035349 4,425 Lloyds 2357095 224 Lloyds 01349153 1,500 Lloyds 64733160 3,384 Lloyds 66410460 500 Total **10,033 ** |
Balance Carried forward 31 March 2024 Lloyds 2035349 2,033 Lloyds 2357095 372 Lloyds 01349153 594 Lloyds 64733160 626 Lloyds 66410460 1,709 Total 5,334 |
||||
| **10,033 ** | 5,334 |
New Life Church, Warwick
Income for the Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| 2023 / 24 | 2023 / 24 | 2022 / 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Account Gift Aided Offerings Non Gift Aid Offerings Gift Aid Tax Back Van/Minibus Offerings Grants Outreach Offerings Other Sale of Freezer Van Total |
£ 21,109 6,940 5,606 3,100 2,290 0 0 3,000 |
£ 18,205 6,240 8,479 871 4,317 905 0 0 |
|
| 42,045 | 39,017 | ||
| Youth Account Crash Out Fees Grants - Sports Grants - Camp Grants - Equipment Outreach Donations - Camp Donations - Trips Crash Out Tots HAF Income Total |
£ 1,725 0 7,615 0 0 565 625 0 8,295 |
£ 585 0 7,499 1,184 0 2,175 98 0 1,890 |
|
| 18,825 | 13,431 | ||
| Tithe Account Donations Transfers from Main Account Total |
£ 265 5,188 |
£ 270 4,890 |
|
| 5,453 | 5,160 | ||
| Farmer Foodbank Capital Equipment Grants Local Government Grants Foodbank / Furniture Projects Donations Total |
£ 0 22,650 0 1,845 |
£ 0 13,380 0 4,345 |
|
| 24,495 | 17,725 | ||
| Building Fund Grants Donations Total |
£ 0 0 |
£ 2,000 572 |
|
| 0 | 2,572 | ||
New Life Church, Warwick
| New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | New Life Church, Warwick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| £ £ 2023 / 24 Expenditure for the Year Ending 31 March 2 Registered Charity Number: 1052018 |
£ £ 2022 / 23 024 |
||||
| Main Account Establishment Insurances/Licences Heat/Light/Water Telephone Equipment / Training Cleaning Building Works Total Establishment Ministry Pastor's Wages & Expenses Church Family Outreach Mini Bus & Van Trips Refreshments etc Ministry Gifts Food Project Total Church Family Administration Accountancy Fees Stationery & Postage Total Administration Total Expenditure |
1,437 3,179 500 733 0 342 |
1,439 2,962 387 2,581 18 609 |
|||
| 15,315 2,551 2,449 0 0 1,255 0 |
6,191 15,315 |
18,082 477 1,267 0 0 1,180 0 |
7,996 18,082 |
||
| 346 131 |
6,255 | 346 21 |
2,924 | ||
| 477 | 367 | ||||
| 28,238 | 29,369 |
| Youth Account Church Family Equipment - Crash Out Tots Equipment - Kids / Youth Club Camps Trips Outreach Training Crash Out Tots - Refreshments Sundries Total |
£ 0 187 9,156 8,440 894 0 0 0 |
£ | £ 0 1,920 8,600 2,899 165 0 0 185 |
£ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18,677 | 13,769 | ||||
| Tithe Account Church Family Missions Ministry Gifts Total |
£ 3,760 2,599 |
£ | £ 2,330 1,668 |
£ | |
| 6,359 | 3,998 | ||||
| Farmer Foodbank Capital Costs Cost of Food Operating Costs HAF Project Costs Community Set Up Costs Total |
£ 0 14,425 8,560 4,268 0 |
£ | £ 990 8,924 4,749 1,000 0 |
£ | |
| 27,253 | 15,663 | ||||
| Building Fund Building Work / Materials Other Building / DIY Works Total |
£ 0 0 |
£ | £ 6,850 0 |
£ | |
| 0 | 6,850 |
New Life Church, Warwick
Statement of Assets & Liabilities
Year Ending 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number: 1052018
| Fixed Assets Church Premises - insurance value Contents of Premises - insurance value Specified Contents Item 17 Seater Mini Bus (Purchased April 2017) 17 Seater Mini Bus Depreciation 17 Seater Mini Bus Value at April 2024 Van Value at April 2024 Freezer Van - Purchased £11,100 (17 August 2020) 9 Seater Minibus Iveco (Reg BT68 MHU (Purchased February 2024) Total Fixed Assets Current Assets Lloyds 2035349 Lloyds 2357095 Lloyds 01349153 Lloyds 64733160 Lloyds 66410460 Total Current Assets Total Assets Less Current Liabilities Net Assets |
2022 / 23 £ 1,067,638 109,272 5,383 8,000 5,568 |
2022 / 23 £ |
|---|---|---|
| 2,432 | ||
| 409 5,019 7,830 19,800 |
||
| 2,033 372 594 626 1,709 |
1,212,764 | |
| NIL | 5,334 1,218,098 1,218,098 |