Sheffield Christian Life Centre
Trustees Report
Year ended 31/12/2020
The trustees of Sheffield Christian Life Centre are happy to report that the aims and objectives of the charity have been vigorously and enthusiastically adhered to throughout the year. There have been some developments in areas of its goals as well as new initiatives that have been introduced both locally and internationally.
The sitting trustees between January and August of the year of 2020 were: Luke Jenkinson , Rosey Andrassy, Elizabeth Freeman and Paul Cousins. The sitting trustees between August and December of the year 2020 were Luke Jenkinson, Andrew Parkinson, Terence Clark, Nicola Doran and Matthew Henderson.
The charity (no 1052591) is governed by a Trust Deed for local Assemblies of God churches.
The accounts have been maintained carefully and thoroughly by our internal finance director, and have been independently examined by:
Luke Silver Accountancy and Taxation Services 51 Southall Ave Worcester WR3 7CX
They comply with all SORP requirements.
The principle objective of the charity that we passionately propagate is the advancement of the Christian faith and the extension of the Kingdom of God.
The charity provides many various activities that benefit not only the local community, but also wider to areas in other parts of the country as well as to overseas.
Locally
Tiny Tots runs three times a week (every Thursday and Friday mornings and Thursday afternoons). Tiny Tots cater for children under the age of 3. A total of up to 50 tots attend through the week. This service provides place of friendship and security for parents, grandparents and other carers. The children are offered many activities to help them develop and grow in a healthy environment.
Tiny Tots ceased running from March 2020 until the end of the year due to COVID-19.
LIFEkids Holiday Club caters for primary school children (4/5 – 11yrs). A total of up to 70 children attend. This service provides children with activities, crafts, games and competitions in a safe environment throughout the designated club days. It also offers parents and carers with childcare provision during the holiday seasons.
Holiday Clubs ceased running from March 2020 until the end of the year due to COVID-19.
Verve Juniors is the weekly outreach for children in years 5 & 6 in primary school, (9-11yrs). Currently meets Friday evenings. Verve concentrates on reaching older primary school children in the community, particularly those transitioning from primary school to secondary school. We aim to give the children of today something worth living for.
Verve Juniors ceased running from March 2020 until the end of the year due to COVID-19.
Verve is the weekly outreach for children in years 7-9, (11-14yrs). Currently meets on Friday evenings. Verve concentrates on reaching the youth of the community with the express aim to give the teenagers of today something worth living for.
Verve ceased running from March 2020 until the end of the year due to COVID-19.
Handsworth Food Bank provides emergency food packages for people who find themselves in crisis situations. We open every week throughout the year on Tuesdays 12.30pm-2.30pm and Thursdays 4.00pm-6.00pm.
The food bank was able to continue this service during COVID-19 by adapting the way it functioned to accommodate social distancing and to keep the volunteers safe. So, the food bank offered a delivery only service to uphold these outcomes on Thursdays 1pm – 6pm every week.
The Main Event is our weekly Sunday service, held in the main hall. People of all ages from the community regularly attend.
Due to COVID-19 from March 2020 the Sunday services ceased running in-person and moved to online services. Between September and November the services went back to in-person gatherings with government restrictions in place. Between November and December (2[nd] lockdown) we again ceased in-person gatherings and offered online services only.
Nationally
Life Links International Fellowship is a network of churches that we partner with, in various parts of the country. Our mutual respect for each other and support to each other is of great value as we hold similar aims and objectives.
Internationally
We are involved in building a community Centre called New Hope Christian Centre in Chifubu, Zambia, (feeding orphaned children and providing work for people in the area).
There are a number of spin off events and activities that take place as a result of the various things mentioned above.
In short the trustees are satisfied that the charity functions in good order and continues to progress in line with its aims and objectives.
On behalf of the Trustees,
Luke Jenkinson (Chair of Trustees)
SHEFFIELD CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTRE
1 RICHMOND ROAD
SHEFFIELD
SOUTH YORKS
S13 9TB
Registered Charity: 1052591
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT
AND
INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020
Luke Silver Accountancy & Taxation Services
1 Eastcote Road Tiffield Towcester Northamptonshire NN12 8AS
Mobile: 07710 456376
E-mail: luke-silver@puresilver.org.uk
Independent Examiner’s Report on the Accounts
Accruals Accounts
Report to the trustees/members of Sheffield Christian Life Centre
Registered Charity Number 1052591
On the accounts for the year ended 31st December 2020
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 charity¹s 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; 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 present 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
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To keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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• To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to 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: 28 April 2021
Luke Silver, HNC Business & Finance Accountancy Practitioner
1 Eastcote Road, Tiffield, Towcester, Northamptonshire. NN12 8AS
Independent Examiners Report to the Trustees
Introduction
Thank you for submitting the accounts for independent examination. They have been well maintained and the treasurer and others responsible are to be commended for their hard work. Thank you for your continued hard work in improving the financial procedures.
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 further clarification or for further assistance.
Luke Silver
Date: 28 April 2021
SHEFFIELD CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTRE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020
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
The trustees during the year were as follows:
Luke Jenkinson
58 John Ward Street, Sheffield. S13 8WY
Rosey Andrassy
24 Shining Bank, Sheffield. S13 9DJ
Elizabeth Freeman
24 Shining Bank, Sheffield. S13 9DJ
Paul Cousins
29 Beaver Close, Sheffield. S13 9QF
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 TRUSTEES
Please print name:
Date:
Sheffield Christian Life Centre - 1052591
Statement of Financial Activities
For the period from 01 January 2020 to 31 December 2020
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Endowment | Total | Prior year | |
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| funds | funds | funds | funds | total funds | |
| Incoming resources | |||||
| Incoming resources from generated funds | 17,754 | — | — | 17,754 | 22,980 |
| Voluntary income | 97,322 | 5,204 | — | 102,527 | 118,829 |
| Activities for generating funds | 24,200 | — | — | 24,200 | 14,362 |
| Investment income | 7,333 | — | — | 7,333 | 725 |
| Incoming resources from charitable activities | 25,669 | — | — | 25,669 | 17,134 |
| Other incoming resources | 1,253 | — | — | 1,253 | (57) |
| Total income | 173,533 | 5,204 | — | 178,738 | 173,975 |
| Resources used | |||||
| Cost of generating funds | 70,806 | — | — | 70,806 | 62,070 |
| Fundraising trading cost of goods sold and other | 3,929 | — | — | 3,929 | 4,016 |
| Charitable activities | 29,615 | 1,901 | — | 31,517 | 22,302 |
| Governance costs | 32,616 | — | — | 32,616 | 48,190 |
| Other resources used | 22,263 | 831 | — | 23,095 | 24,271 |
| Total expenditure | 159,231 | 2,733 | — | 161,965 | 160,851 |
| Net income / (expenditure) resources before transfer | 14,301 | 2,470 | — | 16,772 | 13,123 |
| Transfers | |||||
| Gross transfers between funds - in | 48,459 | 127 | — | 48,587 | 10,252 |
| Gross transfers between funds - out | (42,545) | (6,042) | — | (48,587) | (10,252) |
| Other recognised gains / losses | |||||
| Gains / losses on investment assets | — | — | — | — | — |
| Gains on revaluation, fixed assets, charity's own use | — | — | — | — | — |
| Net movement in funds | 20,216 | (3,443) | — | 16,772 | 13,123 |
| Reconciliation of funds | |||||
| Total funds brought forward | 522,940 | (49,011) | — | 473,928 | 460,805 |
| Total funds carried forward | 543,157 | (52,455) | — | 490,701 | 473,928 |
There may be minor discrepancies in the totals if the pence are not being shown
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Balance Sheet detailed
| 31/12/2020 31/12/2019 As at As at |
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| Fixed assets 0379: New Church Premises 0380: Church Premises 0381: Church Fixtures & Fittings 0382: Capital Expenditure Total Fixed assets Current assets 0401: Current Account 0402: Missions 0403: Restricted 0404: Youth 0405: Jigsaw 0406: Petty Cash 0407: Youth Petty Cash 0410: Nottinghamshire Building Society 0415: Kingdom Bank Property Trust 0420: Kingdom Bank DEPOSIT 0430: LIFEKids and Youth Community 0440: Life Links International FB: Food Bank Total Current assets Liabilities 0601: Kingdom Bank Mortgage 0602: Kingdom Bank Mortgage No 2 0605: New Building Loan 1 0606: New Building Loan 2 0607: New Building Loan 3 Total Liabilities Net Asset surplus (deficit) Reserves Excess / (deficit) to date Z01: Starting balances Z02: Gains/(losses) on investment assets Total Reserves |
205,000.00 205,000.00 — — 39,780.00 39,780.00 495,518.00 495,518.00 740,298.00 740,298.00 8,120.71 4,599.91 (90.88) 1,102.33 11,416.80 9,854.73 260.03 770.30 — — — — — — — — 377.40 377.40 5,000.00 5,000.00 203.60 203.60 2,178.59 1,098.59 7,561.92 46.12 35,028.17 23,052.98 144,080.49 147,330.17 130,544.38 132,092.09 — — — — 10,000.00 10,000.00 284,624.87 289,422.26 490,701.30 473,928.72 16,772.58 57,797.99 473,928.72 416,130.73 — — 490,701.30 473,928.72 |
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As at As at 31/12/2020 31/12/2019
| 128,729.79 Unrestricted 119,013.44 414,427.22 Designated 403,927.06 (52,455.71) Restricted (49,011.78) — Endowment — Represented by Funds 490,701.30 473,928.72 Total |
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