Clay Cross Community Church Annual Accounting Statement For the twelve months ending 31 st December 2025 Registered chority number: 1052316 Chority Name: North Eost DeTbyshire Christian Fellowship www.c4<hvrch.org
Contents Legal and Administrative Information Report of the Trustees Financial Review 13 Independent Examiners Report 14 Statement of Financia l Activities 16 Summary Statement of Assets 17 Notes to the Financial Statements Legal and Administrative Information Legal Charity Name.. North East Derbyshiré Christian Fellowship Known a5: C4 Church _ Clay Cross Community Church Charity Web Sile: www.c4<hurch.org Registered charity number: 1052316 For financial year commencing= l January 2025 For financial year ending on: 31 Dec8mber 2025 Charity's Principal Address.. 75-85, Market Street, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 9LS Trust bankers: T.S.B. Bank, PO Box 373, Leeds, LSI 4 9GQ Independenl Examiner Grace Accountin9 Coventry vfww cJ.chui¢h P21 l&
Truslee5' Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship The Trustees present their annual report together wilh the financial statements for the fvéelve months ended 31 December 2025. The charity carries out its activilies under the banner of C4 Church - Clay Cross Community Church. Reference and Administrative Information Governing Docume17t.. The objectives, organisalion, management and operalions of North Easl Derbyshire Christian Fellowship 15 governed by a deed OF trust, Ihe original of which is held at Assemblies OF God Propety Trvsl in Nottingham. The trusl deed is dated 15 November 1993 and amended 7June 1997 and l O May 2009. Fellowship relationship= C4 Church remains in relationship and fellowship wilh Ihe churches forming Assemblies of God in Great Brilain and Ireland, whose office is locatred al Gf/F52 No.1-2 The Cottages, Deva Centre, Manchester, M3 7BE. The principal address and other statutory inFormotion abovt the charity is listed on the contents page. Holding Trustee5= The management of the trust is by a church council which has the power, by simple majority vole, lo appoint holding trustees who sland p055essed of all Ihe propety of the trust. Name Offico lif any) Dale5 0¢d. if not For whole year Name OF person enlitled lo oppoinl Irv51e¢s Mr Maihew Bollonds Mr Kenneih R A118n Rebecca Show Ford G Hotehin Cotrin A Blockw811 Chairman, Trustee Tr8asur8r / Holdiry Tru$l89 Trustea / Hokling Trv5tes TruSe / Holdin9 Truslee Trvstree / Holding Trust88 Resigned from &iord 22 Januory 2026 Appointed Choir 22 Jonuory 2026 Church Covn¢il Church Council Appoin.. 14 December 2025 Appoint&.. 14 December 2025 New Trustees are made aware of the work of the chority ahead OF joining the board. This includes being fully briefed about the vision and purpose of the charity and bein9 given information on the role of a trv51ee. Accounts Preporotion: The accounts are PPared on a Receipts and Payments Ba515 cd.chuich ot9 Pogè 3 18 kniiuul AccUuÉithii&J
Trustees, Annual Report Report fo the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Risk Management Where appropriate, systems or procedures have been establish8d to mitigale the risks the charity Faces. Internal control risks are minimised by Ihe implementation OF procedures for auihorisalion of all transactions and projects. Due to the ¢vrrent size of Ihe charity, the trustees believe the risks the charity to be small. Controls used by Ihe charity include= Formol ogendos for oll Board activities Strategic planning, bvdgeling and manogernenf accounting Fom)al written policies Memorandums OF Underslonding wifh partner organisalions Clear authorisalion and oppraisal levels Charitable Objeclives The main objects of the trust remain those ol the proclamation and Krtherance OF the Christian 905pel message. In detail, the objectives are classified as follows: To advance the Christian faiih in accordance with Ihe slatement in 5vch ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from time lo lime may think fil,. To relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of hjnds, goods or services of any kind including the provision of counselling and support in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as Ihe church council from time to time think Fit,. To advance educalion in such ways and in such parls of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from lime to lime may think fit. 40118
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North Easl Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Activities and achievements of the charity during the year This 15 the general report For the Year 2025 Vanuary 1st- December 31 $11 Overview of 2025 Over the pa51 year, the chvrch has continued to grow and make a meaningful contribution within Ihe local community. We have welcomed new members into the congregation, fostering a strong sense ol belonging and shared purpose. i• Our men's and women'5 ministries have developed well, providin9 encouragemenl, pastoral support. and opportunilies for fellowship. The baby F)opup shop has remoined o signifi¢ont outreach initiative, supplying essential items to those in need and supporting a considerable number of individuals and fomilies wiihin Ihe community. Kid'5 Church has experienced encouraging growth, both in ottendance and in ihe nvmber of volunteers 5ervin9. This reflecls the church's ongoing ¢ommitment to nvrturing children in their foith and supporting families. Wby cAfhurch org Pa9&Soll
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Throughoul the year, we have benefited from contributions and leslimonies linked to Africa Inland Mission, which have broadened our perspective on global mi55i0n and strengthened our engogemenl with God's work beyond the local conlext. Key events in the church calendar, including Easter and the annuol corol service, were well attended and provided Valuable opportunilies for worship, outreach, and community engagement. As part ol our commitmonl lo social responsibility, the church made finoncial and practical contributions to the local food bank. The church's vision remains consistent.. to be a prayerFul, bibli¢ally grounded community with a cleor sense of mission. There continue5 b be an emphasis on spiritual growth, discipleship, and personal responsibility in faith. Following the challen9es of Ihe pandemic in previous years, the church has continued to adapt and develop. While some challenges remain, these have olso created opporlunilie5 for renewal and growlh. The Pastor has maintained active engagement wilh wider church neorkS, including AOG regionol meetings, the GroL¢nd Level neork, and the Africa Inland Mission conFerence. These connections have provided valuable insight ond contribvted to the ongoing development OF Ihe church. Overall, 2025 ha5 been a year of streody progress, characlerised by growing unity, deepening faith, and continued development across multiple areas of church life. -4.cllh 019
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Music Report Music continues to play a central role in the life of the church. contributing significanrty to corporate worship and spiritual engagemerkt. During the yeor, il hos been encouraging to see an increase in particiF)alion, with more individuals ¢onlribuling their musicol gifts. The commilmenl and consistency of the worship leam have enhonced the quality and depth OF worship services. Additional rehearsal and practice ses5ion5 have been introduced, providing opportunities for skill development, improved coordinalion, ond greoter spirilual connection within the leam. These sessions have also supported the integration of new members. The chvrch remains committed b developing this ministy further. ensuring that worship continues to be both occessible ond spirituolly enriching. Parents and Toddlers Report The parents ond bddlers, group has continued b grow skndily. with new Families ottending on o regular basis. The group provides o welcomin9 and supprhve environment, enabling parents and carers to build relationships and access informal sVPPOrt. The Chri51mas celebration w05 0 parhcvlar highlight, with stron9 alFendance and positive engo9emenl from families within the community. The provision of refreshments and a relaxed almosphe hove contributsd Significantly to the svccess of the group. This ministy continues to be an importanl point of contoct befvleen the church and the local community. c4<hurch orq Pw7d18
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees OF North East Derbyshire Christion Fellowship Prayer Report Prayer remoins central b the church's life and ministy. Throvghout the year, designoted periods of prayer and fasting have been well supported, reflecting o shared commitmenl to seeking God and deepening spiritual life. These lime5 have strengthened both individual Faith ond corporale unity. Prayer requests conlinue to be received through online channe15. enobling timely and ongoing pastoral support. Looking oheod, there are plans to Introdu a re9vlor monthly prayer meeting, with the aim of esloblishing a consi51ent and accessible rhyihm of corporate pr(yer. The church remains committed to developing this area fijrther, recognising its importonce in spiribjal growth and discernmenl. Kids, Youth and Young Adults Report The Young Adults Ministy hos continued to provide a 5vpporlive ond relational environment, with regular gatherings contributing to the slrengthening of community and spiritual growth. Pastorol sUPPOrt has remoined a key aspect of this ministy, ensuring that Ix)th achve ond le55en9aged individuals feel valued and cOnnecd. A notable development h05 been the Iran5ilion OF several young odults into family life. This has had o Positive impoct on the wider church. porticuhrly within Kid's Church. where increased attendance and volunleer involvement have been evident. Youth Hub sessions have continued lo run eFFec11ve, oFFering o safe ond engaging Space for young people from both the church and fhe wider community. The church remain5 cornm1td b supporting individua15 across all age groups and stages of life. c4avich Arintsul Acwunl1r Jloternenl
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North Eost Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Building Report The trvstees have continued to implement the bvilding improvemenl plan informed by the Corter Jona5 sutvey, which confirmed that the propety is slructvrally sound while idenlifying ore05 For on90ing mointenance. Key works Undertaken during the year include: Completion of r¢)oF repoirs Internal ottie moinlenonce Replacement and repoiring of the Ex)undory wall Pointing on the rear elevation General cosmelic improvements inside and out. The chureh remains committed lo mainlainin9 the building 0$ a sofe, funchonal. and wekoming environment. with further improvements k) be carried out as resources albw. Pastor's Report This yeor, our Pastor has continued to empha5ise the significan OF ownership and participation development within our church. Chynership goe5 beyond allendance by releasing ond empowering people to use their gifting and skills in the life ol the church. We haye seem more people take on roles within the lile of the ¢hur¢h. This ¢reoles o olmosphere For the Church to grow and expand in number and capacity- The Fresh energy allow5 For renewed enthusiasm across the life of the Church ond its numerous ministries ond teams. As we rellect on this past year, we ore encouraged by the continued steady recovery followin9 Ihe ¢hallenges of COVID-19. We are blessed to witness the gradual growth of our congregation. New member5 continue to join us, bringing fresh energy, passion ond ideas for our community. We have cvltivated grealer participalion in the body of Chrisl. More people h¢Jve been empowered take ownership within the life of the church. More peoph have been invow in difFerent Qspecls and ministries of the church. W*W c4<hl{l Pw9d18
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship -4C¥.URCr. The Pa51or once again wonts to express his deep oppreciation for the resilience and dedication of our congregalion. The commilmenl to our vision is what propels us forward, with new passion aboul whol lies ahead for C4 Church. With faith and dekrminuhon. we will continue to hJlfil the mission enlrusled to us. We once agoin take the time to acknowledge and honovr all of the selfless individuals who dedicate Iheir time, energy, and resources to serving in various roles within the church. Their contributions are vital lo advancing God's Kingdom and enriching the lives of those around vs. We are truly blessed to hove such a devoted group of individuols within our congregation. We have continued lo cvlhvale a culture of passion for servi and leodership. This spirit is essential for our church's knture growth and expansion. and it has had a profound spirilual impact on oll of us. Our members are actively invofved in numerous mini51rie5, having a FK)sitive impacl in the lives of others. While many of Ihe5e acts of service ore not seen by the wider community. they are known and volued by those directly impacted. We are reminded in I Corinthions 12=12-27 that'justr as o body, though one, hos many parts, bul all its many parts form one body, so il is with Chrisl.. Each of us is FK]rt of the body of Christ, with different gifts, abilities and skills to contribute. As we use our unique exF£rien5 to serve. we strengthen the whole body. Whether through Yisible octions of ministy or quiet octs of kindness. every conlribution is essential. Together, we Form a unified ond F)owerhJl community. ond l am gratefvl for the diverse and vibrant ways in which each person helps vs hjlfil our mission. We once again extend our heortfelt thanks to all who Serve in both seen and unseen ways-throL¢gh personal visits, leoding ministries or meetings, volunteering in church tsams, phone calls, or offering support in covnttess other forms. Your efforts are deep appreciated. ond they make a diFFerence in the lives OF so many. w c4<huich otg P¢w IOd18 AnlAC£TrIln9 Siakmfrril
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship Our Hopes for 2026 Looking aheod, the church remains committed b strengthening its impacl within the local community ond building meoninghJl relohonships beyond its existing congregation. Key priorities include: Strengthening and developing ministry leams Investing in people, Focilihes, and spiritual Formahon Encouraging greater individual ownership OF ministy Etnbeddin9 a strong and sustainoble cvlbJre of discipleship There is a continued emphasis on helping individuals grow in their foith, not only throvgh attendonee bul through aclNe engagement ond spiriluol development. The church also aims to expond its reach locally ond online, creahng hjrther opporbjnilies for oulreoch and connection. Engagement ¢xross all age groups remains a priority, with a focus on developing pathways into leadership and service. I TTkn•r As Ihe church moves Forward, it does 50 with a commitrnenl lo adaptability, unity, and Faith, trusting in God's guidance for the coming year. Financial Review Principal Funding Sources Totol restrictsd ond unreslricted gifts and donahons in the 12 month period to 31 December 2025 amounFed to £45,06012024: £42,505), a increose of 0.0%. Unrestricled income omounled b £45,060 12024: £42,505) ond restricted income of £Nil12024: £Nill. Expenses OF £38,40412024.. £42,551] were incurred, o decre05e OF 9.7% of which £38,40412024: £42,551 I relaFed to unrestricted exFnditure ond £Nil12024= £Nill to re5trided expenditure. P4elld18 nuol Accouiilin9 Jtalem&nl
Trustees, Annual Report Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship In the period lo 31 Detsmber 2025, the chvrch generated a net SUTplus of £6,65612024.. deficit £461 of which £nil was restrricd and £6,656 vnrestricled. £124 was transferred to the Restricted Fund in the year. A5 Qt 31 December 2025, the church had totol cash fund5 ovoilable to it of £67,15212024.. £60,496> of which £65,572 was vnrestricFed and £1 ,580 restricted. There were no outstanding loans or mortgages owed by Ihe charity. Freehold land olnd propety, relating to 75-85, Market Sireet, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S45 9LS is capitalised on the balance sheet al £85,087. An estimated furiher £ 11 ,189 is held in oiher fixed assets. Inveslmenl Policy Aside from building and retaining a prudenl amount in reserves eoch year, most ol the Charity's funds are to be spent in the short term lo meet the charities objective5. Where 5urplu5 fvnds are held over, these will be held on deposit within the Charity'5 moin banking facililies. If subslantial fijnds are built up ahead of being deployed lo ouN¥ork the Charity's objectives, the trustees will give consideralion lo low risk bank overnight deposilary Facilities. Reserves Policy The church seeks lo be prudent with its finances and is aware of the possibility of fluchjalions in its income. 11 also wishes Fo hove funds in reserve to toke advonFage OF opportunities Ihal arise to expond the work or respond to emergency needs os they arise. For Ihis reason, Ihe Trustees deem it wise to Sel aside funds equivalent lo al lea51 Ihree months average rLsnning costs al this lime. In order to ensure Ihal funds are kept at this level the Trvstees have agreed to sel 05ide any surplus income and pay il into the business account on a regular b05is until this level is reoched. The level of our serveS is monitored quorFerly ot the Trustees meeting. At the balance sheet date, the church holds, in cosh reserves, the eqvivolenl of at least Iwelve months operating expenditure. The board of trustrees have approved the report above. Signed= Full Name.. K Allen Position.. Tr&a5urer Dale.. ww%v ¢4<hurch org
Independent Examiners Report on the Annual Accounts
Report to the trustees of North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship
Registered Chority numb&r'. 1052316
For occounts covering eonth period ended: 31 December 2025 prepared on a Receipts and Payrnen15 basi5.
Respeclive responsibilities ol Iruslee5 and Independent Exominer
The charity's tru51ee5 consider that on oudil is nol required for this year under section 144121 of the Charities Acl 2011
Iihe 2011 Acil ond that on independent exarninolion is needed. It is my responsibility to: examine Ihe occounts under
section 145 01 the 2011 Act,. lo follow the procedures loid down in the genoral Direclions given by Ihe Chority
Comtni55ion under section 14515llbl ol thè 2011 Act,. and 10 51ale whether particular matters have come lo my
otlenlion.
B05is ol Independent Examiner's report
My examinalion was carried out in occordance wilh the 98nèrol Direclions given by the Charity Comrnission. An
examination includes o review ol the accounting records kepl by the charity and a comparison ol the occounts
presented with those record$. li olso include5 consideration of ony unusual items or disc105ures in the occounls, and
seeking explanations From you as trustees ¢oneernin9 any such mattérs. The procedurè5 undertoken do not provide all
the evidence thot would be required in an audil ond consequendy no opinion is given 0$ to wh8ther the occounts
presenf o 'hue and Foir view, and the report is limited to thoso motters set OUF in the stotemenl below.
Ind¢pendent examiner's 51alernent
In conneclion with my exarninalion, no molter hos come to my altention-
11 I which gives me reosonoble cause Fo belieye thot in ony material respecl the requirements..
lo keep occounhng records in accordance wilh seclion 130 of the 2011 Act,. ond to prepare accounts which accord
with the accovnting racords and comply with the accounling requirernents of the 201 l Act hoye not be8n mel,. or
121 to which, in my opinion, attenlion should be drawn in ordor to enoble a proper undarstanding of the occounls lo be
reochgd..
In connection with my exominolion, no other motter, except thot referred lo in the above para9rophs, huve come to my
atrenlion:
11 I Which gives me re050noble Cause to believe Ihal in ony malerial respect the requirernenls
lol to keep occounling records in accordonce with section 130 OF the 2011 Act,. and
Ibl lo prepare acConIS which accord with the accounting record5 (End io compiy with the accounting requirements of
the 2011 Act have not been rnel,. or
2110 which, in my opinion, ottenlion should ba drawn in order to enable a proper underslanding of the accovnts lo be
reached.
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Grace Accounhng
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Grace Accounlin9, Rylon on Dunsmore, Warwickshire
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Statement of Financial Activities For the 12 month period to 31 December 2025 C4 Church - North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowsh ip - Charity Number 1052316 Section A Receipts Gihs & Voluntary Receip15 Unrestricted Funds Breakdown Using Own Analysis Gift5 Trthe5 & OFlerift95 Income Tax Recovery on Gift Aid GiFts in Kind 2025 2025 2024 2024 34,886 7,869 0 42,755 32,776 8,038 0 40,814 Other Receipts Sundry Income Inleresl Received 1,764 541 1,325 360 2,305 1,691 TOTAL RECEIPTS 45,060 42505 Payrnents Ministy & Mission Payments Breakdown Using Own Analysis Ministy Salaries & Expenses Ministry Relotred Cost5 Subs & Donalions to UK Ministries Mission lrips / cerSeaS Donations Contributions to AOG Funds 23,704 1,262 653 22,467 1,809 876 192 700 26,044 700 26,379 Payments For Administrafion, Property, Publicity and Mon(Tgemont Telephone Chorges Prinling & Adverlising Ellergy & Uhlity cost5 Repairs ond Buildin9 Mointenance Fnk charges Le9ts1 & Accountin9 Chor9es Insurance Cafe Miscelloneous Expenses 738 051 2,871 3,027 170 541 2,771 150 1,106 12,025 691 436 4,247 5,643 160 467 2,619 242 1,303 15,874 Other P(ryments INot cwnting as EyFenditurel Purchase of Fixed a55els Mortguge Principal Repgid 633 633 TOTAL PAYMENTS 38,404 42.551 Net Surplus / IDefici Tronsfer from/ltol Restrthd Fund5 Cash Funds last year end Cash Funds this year end 6,656 11241 59,040 65,572 1461 59,086 59.040 The notss on page 17 form part of Ihese linancial slalements c4.churcli org AThnuul AccotsThiin9 Stu1¥y1
Statement of Financial Activities For the 12 month period to 31 December 2025 C4 Church - North East Derbyshire Christian Féllowship - Chority Nvmber 1052316 Section B Restricted Income Funds Receipts Gifts & Voluntary R¢ceipls Breakdown U$in9 Own Analysis 2025 2025 2024 2024 Missions Building Fund Other Designated Receipts Special OFlering5 GiFts for Minibus Oulings & Trip5 Receipts From Trading Actiyiyies conferen Income Receipts earned kom ossets PredS From Sale OF Assets Other Receipts Gronls ReceNèd Oiher TOTAL RECEIPTS Payments Breakdown Using Own Analysis Mini5ty &Mission Paymènts Costs ol Ministy Support Missions & Rèliel Work Overseas Donations to UK Couses Outings & Trip5 Paymènts for Adminislrotion. Property, Publicity ond lonoggrnent Telephone & Posloge Costs Sknhonery & Prinhng Rent, Rates Light & Heal Equ iprnent Repairs & Renewals Miscellanetyjs Expendibjre Other Poyments Inc counting 0$ Elnd1)Url Purchose of capital ilems TOTAL PAYMENTS Nel Svrplvs / IDeFicil) Transfer Ilol/lrom Generd Funds Cosh Funds lo$1 year end Cash Funds thi5 year end 124 1,456 1,580 1,456 1,456 c4(hr(h oig Paqe15d 18 Allnual Accounlino Salemenl
Summary Statement of Assets For the 12 month period to 31 December 2025 C4 Church - North East Derbyshire Christian Fellowship - Charity Number 1052316 Section C Endowrnent Funds The Chority does not have any Permonent or Expendable Endowmenf Funds Section D Siatement of Assets and Liabilities ot Year End Unreslrictsd funds k) Rèstrictèd hJnds to EndowmeThi fvnds to eorest £ nearest £ nearest £ Cash Funds Cash in Hand Bolonces held in Bunk Accounl Balonce$ held in Deposit Accounl rill Flcotr Totol Cash Funds 55,457 10,115 1,186 394 65,572 1.580 oiher Monetary Assets Unrestrictred funds to Restrickd lund5 b Endowment lunds lo neorest £ nearesl £ neoresl £ Income Tax Cloim Due for RepayTh8nt Recoveroble Grants Other D8bk)T5 & Prepoynenls Total Other Monetary Assets 1,300 1,3(K) Investment Assets Fund b which il belongs Cost Curreni Volue Tem Deposits Other Inveslm8n15 Total Inveslment A55ets Genoral Funds 5,000 Assds Retained for Charity's own use Fund to which il belongs Cost Curreni Value Land ond Busldings Plont and Equipment Fixtu$ and Ffftings Cornputer Equipment plant and Eqviprnent Ccynputer Equipment Total Retained Assds Ganeral Fund General Fvnd General Fund Generol Fund R85trickd Funds Restrict8d Funds 88,924 359 4,547 127 6,156 9,503 37,359 1,200 48.062 IW.113 Liabilities Fund to which il belon95 G8n8ral Fund Generol Fund General Fund G8n8rol Fund G8ll8rol Fund Generol Fund Amouni dve wtthin one yeor (Currenil 247 Balanc• du• Qr one yeor lkng TÈrrnl Unpoid In¢cAn8 Tax & N.1. due Unpaid Salaiies & Woges Suppli8rs Accovnts Due Independent Exarnintrs Account Due Contingent Liobilitk85 Other Liabili118S Total Liobilities 420 667 wwi.4<lhw¢lh or¥ e16d 18
Notes to the Financial Statements Accounting Poli¢ies The principol accounting policies ure summorised below. The accounting policie5 have been applied con5islendy throughout the year. Basi5 of accounting The accovnls have been prepared on a receipts ond poyments basis Fund occounting Unre51ricted hjnds are available for use at the discretion of the Irustees in furtherance of the general objectives of Ihe charity. Designated fvnds are unrestricted Funds earmarked by the Irustees For particular purposes. Restricted funds ore svbjecled tro restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the Ferms of an appeal. WWW rAihvich DTq
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