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KINGDOM LIFE MANCHESTER

Annual Accounting Statement For the 24/25 Financial year: April 24 – March 25

Charity Number: 1052583 Charity Name: Kingdom Life Manchester

CONTENTS

P2 Legal and Administrative Information

P3 Trustees’ Annual Report

Independent Examiner’s Report

Statement of Financial Activities

Balance Sheet

Legal and Administrative Information

Legal Charity Name: Kingdom Life Manchester

Known as Kingdom Life Church or Kingdom Life Manchester

Charity website: www.kingdom-life.co.uk

Registered Charity Number: 1052583

For Financial Year Commencing: 1 April 2024 For Financial Year Ending: 31 March 2025

Charity’s Principle Address: 118 Chorlton Road, Manchester, M16 7WQ

Trust Bankers: Barclay’s Bank UK PLC Leicester LE87 2BB

Independent Examiner: Luke Silver Accounting & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6DQ

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT

Report to the Trustees of Kingdom Life Manchester

The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements for the 12 months ended March 31 2025.

The Charity carries out its activities under the banner of Kingdom Life Manchester or Kingdom Life Church.

Governing Document: The objectives, organization, management and operations of Kingdom Life Manchester is governed by a constitution and trust deed. *

Fellowship Relationship: Kingdom Life Manchester remains in relationship and fellowship with the churches forming Assemblies of God in Great Britain (and Ireland), Arlington House, Bloom Street, Manchester M3 6AJ

Holding Trustees: The holding trustees of Kingdom Life Manchester is Assemblies of God Great Britian. The Model Deed is held with them.

Charity Trustees: The Trustees of the Charity are nominated and appointed by a majority vote by the Church Council which is made up of the Elders of the church. The Trustees ensure the Charity is operating according to its constitutional objectives, within charity law, and financial responsibility.

Aaron Hornback Trustee (Chair) 27 September 2022 Annette Williams-Reid Trustee 27 September 2022 Brian Robert Trueman Trustee 27 September 2022 Neigel Ellis Trustee 01 October 2022

Former Trustees removed in this financial year:

Samuel Mark Fentem faithfully served as a trustee until his resignation on 1 August 2024.

RISK MANAGEMENT

Where appropriate, systems or procedures have been established to mitigate the risks the charity faces. Internal control risks are minimized by the implementation of procedures for authorization of all transactions and projects.

Due to the current size of the Charity, the trustees believe the risks to the Charity to be small.

Controls to be used by the Charity include:

• Formal agendas for all Board activities.

• Strategic planning, budgeting and management accounting.

• Formal written policies.

• Memorandums of understanding with partner organizations.

• Clear authorization and appraisal levels.

CHARITABLE OBJECTIVES

The main objective of the trust is to continue in the proclamation of the Christian gospel message. and

In detail, the objectives are classified as follows:

To advance the Christian faith in accordance with the statement in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from time to time think fit.

To relieve sickness and financial hardship and promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind including the provision of counselling and support in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from time to time think fit.

To advance education in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from time to time think fit.

ACTIVITIES AND ACHEIVEMENTS OF THE CHARITY DURING THE YEAR

This is the general report for the Calendar and Financial Year 2024/25 (April 1 – March 31).

We have just come through our second year as Kingdom Life Manchester with a report that continues to celebrate who we are as a church community, our vision, our mission, culture and values built upon the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This past year has been another year of surveying and laying foundations. I would like to say a massive thank you to the Elders, Trustees, staff, Hub Group leaders and ministry heads and to you, the Partners for all the hard work of service and ministry as we’ve seen the ministries become very fruitful. Each person who has contributed to worship, discipleship, KLTV, Gospel Fest, and our first Family Camp at Cefn Lea, celebrations and other events, our amazing HOSPITALITY team and all the behind the scenes help to promote Jesus and His Kingdom every day, week, month and year.

We have had a few transitions this past year from leadership to personnel. Sandra Harriett became our treasurer following the step down of Tom Jones, who served faithfully in our first year whilst getting married and moving to the Midlands. Sam Fentem, who served as our Administrator, resigned and was replaced by our new Administrator, Peter Rossiter. I am thankful for both Sandra and Peter for coming on board in this past financial year. They are both an asset to the church and a credit to the Kingdom of God for serving in the capacities of their roles – establishing better administration of the KLM and Its finances.

Chukwudum Obi joined our ministry team as a Minister in Training (MIT) of AoG GB. Initially, he was at risk of being dropped from the MIT program due to not serving in a local AoGGB church. After discussions, we welcomed him and his family, recognizing his role as Acting Assistant Pastor. He established KLTV, oversaw the Sunday morning tech team, managed the men’s ministry, and supported me in various ministry areas, including Pastoral Care.

Discipleship is one of the main focuses of the church. We have seen an increase in this area of ministry through the increase in hub groups, the growth in our children and now youth departments. We are looking to establish a creche in the next financial year for all the babies that have been born here over the past year.

We’ve had two weddings and a few child/baby dedications this year. We’ve had a few funerals this past year, saying good-bye to our oldest member, 104 years old.

It is great to see the church community engaging in our new missional arm of the church, Kingdom Rise (KR). From local outreach to global impact, KLM has been involved through KR in our neighborhood and in Spain and Rwanda.

Gospel Fest (GF) is also a local evangelism ministry launched by our own Andy Powell and others which sits under our umbrella, too. Our first outdoor water baptism happened whilst the rain was pouring. It was a great testimony of our faith.

Behind the scenes, a team of professionals have been meeting with our Pastor regarding the future build of KLM. Soon, we hope to have a playbook and then a strategy for moving the project ahead.

New ministry ventures have begun in KLYCC. Jackie Fentem continues to run the café on Saturdays, whilst running the CAP Jobs Club on Tuesdays and a Toddler Group on Fridays. She has developed a great team of people from the area to support the ministry of CAP and the Toddler Group is slowly developing. We do look to see more community engaging ministries to start in the centre as we look to glorify God with the good news of the gospel.

Our finances, of which the report follows, have strengthened through a couple of streams. One being Building Hire by MSBN and a Light and Life Missions throughout the year. The other is from the generous giving of finances and resources from our church community.

From the finances, we have been able to upgrade the building with a new fire safety system, repair the roof in the portacabin and apply a generous wage increase to our employees.

We would not be able to do what we do for Christ without the enormous efforts of everyone who serves here at Kingdom Life Manchester – hospitality, worship, teachers, leaders, tech, KLTV, welcome, pastoral care, administration, evangelism and outreach, prayer, events, camp, etc. Thankful – grateful. This is all about Jesus, His Gospel, our ability to live his Kingdom Life.

On behalf of the Trustees of Kingdom Life Manchester

Pastor Aaron Hornback

KINGDOM LIFE MANCHESTER CHORLTON ROAD OLD TRAFFORD MANCHESTER M16 7WQ

Registered Charity: 1052583

STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[st ] MARCH 2025

Luke Silver

Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close

Minehead

Somerset

TA24 6DQ

Mobile: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS

Receipts and Payments Accounts

Report to the trustees/members of Kingdom Life Manchester

Registered Charity number 1052583

On the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025

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 2011 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: 16 June 2025

Luke Silver HNC Business & Finance Accountancy Practitioner

25 Ellicombe Close, Minehead, Somerset. TA24 6DQ

KINGDOM LIFE MANCHESTER

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND THE CHURCH COUNCIL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[st ] MARCH 2025

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 religion by proclamation and furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Other charitable purposes as shall further the attainment of the above objective of the church.

CHURCH MANAGEMENT MEMBERS AND TRUSTEES

Aaron Hornback Neigel Lloyd Ellis Annette Williams-Reid Brian Robert Trueman Samuel Mark Fentem (Resigned 1 August 2024)

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 _1/07/2025____ te fe ~~ee~~

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 the 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 16 June 2025

Kingdom Life Manchester Receipts and Payments Accounts for the Year Ending 31 March 2025

Registered Charity Number: 1052583

Receipts Church Giving Mission Misc Insurance Claim Interest Rental Income Youth Total
	2024 / 25 £ 89,098 0 8,185 0 374 12,230 8,020	£ 0	2023 / 24 Payments 67,250 Ministry 1,586 Running Costs 17,225 Administration 2,873 Church Activities 28 Mission For Youth Assoc *	2024 / 25 £ 32,898 43,462 7,007 10,746 2,772 0	2023 / 24 £ 28,366 36,197 2,591 6,830 3,627 0
	117,907	88,962 Total		96,885	77,611

Balances brought forward 01.04.2024 Barclays A/c 70792942 Barclays A/c 50793043 Barclays A/c 43408329 Barclays A/c 20792950 Starling Bank A/c 51097904 Total £ 5,796 1,358 423 20,165 7 27,749	Balances brought forward 01.04.2024 Barclays A/c 70792942 Barclays A/c 50793043 Barclays A/c 43408329 Barclays A/c 20792950 Starling Bank A/c 51097904 Total £ 5,796 1,358 423 20,165 7 27,749
	£ 5,796 1,358 423 20,165 7 27,749	Balances Carried Forward 31.3.2025 Barclays A/c 70792942 Barclays A/c 50793043 Barclays A/c 43408329 Barclays A/c 20792950 Starling Bank A/c 51097904	£ 7,622 1,156 429 39,557 7 48,771

Kingdom Life Manchester

Statement of Assets and Liabilities for the Year Ending 31 March 2025

Fixed Assets Church premises and land - insurance value Contents of Premises - insurance value Total Fixed Assets Current Assets Bank Balances Barclays A/c 70792942 Barclays A/c 50793043 Barclays A/c 20792950 Barclays A/c 43408329 Starling Bank A/c 51097904 Total Current Assets Current Liabilities Net Assets
	£	£ 0 48,771 0
	7,622 1,156 429 39,557 7
	0
		48,771