THE PEOPLE'S CHURCH GLADEHILL ROAD BESTWOOD PARK NOTTINGHAM NG5 SSA Registered Charity No 1052607 STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 Luke Silver Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close Minehead Somerset TA24 6DQ Mobile., 07710 456376 E-mail. luke-silver uresilver.or .uk
PEOPLES CHURCH TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT2024 {Accompanying Receipts and Payment Accounts) Address The Peoples Church GladehilL Road Bestwood Park Nottingham NG55SA Charity Commission Registered Number 1052607 Financial Year 1 January 2024- 31 December 2024 Principal Contact: Rob Gale www.peopLes-church.org.uk PEOPLES CHURCH TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT 2024 Objectives of the Charity The objectives of The Peoples Church are for the benefit of the public: To advance the Christian faith in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom orthe world as the Church Council, from time to time, may think fit. To reLieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or seNices of any kind, including through the provision of counselling and support in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Church Council from time to time thinks 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 may think fit. Scope The Peoples Church exists to impact Bestwood Park and the surrounding areas in the north of Nottingham by building community and making a tangibLe, positive difference to the people who live here. We also support development projects in other countries where we have built relational links. Finally, our purpose is to facilitate a vibrant, growing church in Bestwood Park. Activities and Achievements 2024 has been a year of success for Peoples Church. We have seen several new people added to our church community and become fully devoted disciples. We launched our Breakfast club, which supports families suffering the effects of the cost-of-living crisis. We have strengthened our relationships with other local churches and charities, whom togetherwe seek to impact the Local community, city, country and world. Sunday Services The PeopLes Church continues to grow into a multigenerational and multiethnic community church, with around 17 nationalities in the life of the church. We exist to
worship and seNe God and have a tangibLe impact in the local community. Due to skills learnt during the pandemic, we are now able to broadcast our Sunday services on our YouTube Channel. Prayer The church has three gatherings to pray during the week. The main meeting is on a Tuesday morning, and around 20 people attend. On Saturday evenings, a small faithful number attend to pray for our Sunday gatherings. We also pray on a Sunday morning for around 20 minutes before our Sunday services begin. Prayer is the engine room of alLwe Daytimers On Thursday mornings, our Daytimers group continues to care for the more senior members of our congregation. They have times of fellowship around coffee and cake, worship, and the teaching of God's word. Events Throughout the year, we hold speciaL events for children, youth, Ladies and Men. The men had breakfast, and the ladies held a fellowship day and an afternoon tea. We also run special events at Christmas. Our Christmas gatherings saw around 150 visitors from our community come to ourfamilyfun day and Christmas services. Kids and Youth Peoples Kids and ExpLorers run on Sundays, where up to 15 children, aged O- 11, attend for games, activities and teaching in age-relevant groups. Our Creche for children 0-4 is still unmanned and children are cared for by parents/grandparents. We also have midweek children's groups, including a toddler group and Kids work for children in school years 1-6. Our Youth help with the children on Sundays. Midweek we have a youth group for children in school years 6-9. Our Youth also meet termly with other church youth groups. Community Breakfast Club, 2024 saw the launch of our new initiative, which provides a cooked breakfast for families who are suffering from the cost-of-living crisis. We have targeted this support to one of the areas of greatest social-economic need in Nottingham City. These have been funded by the faithful generosity of the church community. We have fed up to 60 people on Tuesdays and Thursdays during most of the school holidays. Around 10-15 volunteers are a part of the team who make these groups a success. The Peoples Church also runs a Toddler Group on Tuesday Afternoons, which is well attended by members ofthe local community as well as the church community. Around 15-20 toddlers with their parents, grandparents, and carers attend each week. This is run by a faithful team of 3-4 volunteers and our Families Minister. Each Wednesday, we run a Renewwellbeing Cafe. Set up in a cafe style, this is a place to share hobbies forwellbeing, to offera quiet Space, and to join in the rhythms of prayer. This is mainly attended by people who belong to the Peoples Church community.
Partneringwith a numberof otherchurches, and organised underguidance from Trussell Trust, we are also involved in sending funding and volunteers to help run a locaL Foodbank Scheme. The Foodbank is an invaluable resource to many peopLe suffering from the cost-of-Living crisis. In addition, we are partnered with Hope into Action helping to deliver practical support for individuals suffering the threat of homelessness, by providing housing, counselling, befriending and other essential services. Financial Review The total income for 2024 of £96,174, which was provided by the generous donations of the members of The Peoples Church. This figure aLso includes investment interest of £1,080. Expenditure for 2024 totaLled £102,958. Careful monitoring of the charity's income and expenditure meant that we ended 2024 with a year-end balance of £129,711. Full details of our finances can be found in the accompanying receipts and payments accounts. Trustees This year, we have added Lesley Siddo as a trustee of the charity. Our trustees are as foLIows Rob Gale {Chair) lan Edmundson • Geoff Lowe Kelsey Smale Lesley Siddo Reserves and Investment Pollcy The Church CounciL have established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed should ideally be three months of the resource required. The Trustees consider the returns on investment to be satisfactory. We are looking at ways to move our money into avenues that WILL give us a greater return on our investment. Governance The Eldership and Leadership provide spirituaL oversight of the church. The Elders of the church appoint Trustees, and the Trustees collectively form the Church Council. The legal authority is placed in the Church Council. Professional Advisers Santander Bank, 9 Nelson Street, Bradford, BD15AN Kingdom Bank, Media House, Padge Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2RS. EILIS, Fermor & Negus, 2 Devonshire Avenue, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 1 BS. Luke Silver, Accountancy & Taxation Services, 25 ELlicombe Close, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6DQ.
Review of Major Risks After a review of the risks, the Church Fellowship Insurance Policy, Data and Safeguarding Policy were updated. Volunteers We would like to thank all the volunteers who work hard to make our church the tively and vibrant gathering it is, and also for running community events that make a positive impact on the lives of people and families. Supported Charities The Peoples Church has existing partnerships with various charities involved in mission work and community transformation, both locally and worldwide. In particular: The King's Village Ghana We continue to financially contribute toward The King's Village in Ghana, enabling the advancement of education and inclusion of their communities. The support is directed through the UK Charity'The King's ViLlage Ghana,, charity number 1182366, which then oversees and transfers funds to the Ghanaian NGO. More information can be found at www.tkvg.org.uk Assemblies of God The Assemblies of God in Great Britain is the largest Pentecostal Denomination and serves a membership of some six hundred churches nationwide. The Peoples Church has been in affiliation with the denomination since the 1950's. Each member church donates 3 % of their annual income to support the administration and wider work of the denomination. NG Church Network, Nottingham We contribute monthly to a fund that supports integrated projects across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Hope into Action Hope into Action provides homes forthe most vulnerable in society in partnership with local churches. We support one house in Bestwood, where the tenants come under our care and befriending, through The Peoples Church volunteers. World of Worth WOW WOW is a charity and missions organisation that is passionate about restoring dignity and hope to women and girls, helping them to understand that they have value and worth. We are specifically partnering with them to support the Romani community near Plovdiv, Bulgaria, to relieve hardship. Open Doors Every day, miLlions of Christians risktheir lives to followjesus. In more than 70 countries, Open Doors supports them by supplying Bibles, providing emergency reLief and helping persecuted believers stand strong for the long-term. In the UK and Ireland, Open Doors
helps the church to pray, give and speak out for those who share our faith but not our freedom. New Life Gambia New Life Children's Centre is a school based in The Gambia, where our mission is to provide children in the local community with full-time quality education, which they wouldn't normally have. It's this education which we believe will give them the opportunityto have a better standard of Life. Streets4Christ Streets4Christ provides those in need with hot meals, refreshments, shower facilities, toiletries, laundry service, advice, support & love, in a safe & supervised environment. Our service users will also have an opportunity to participate in our educational, health & life skills workshops.
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS Receipts and Payments Accounts Report to the trusteeslmembers of The People's Church Registered Charity number 1052607 On the accounts for the year ended J1 December 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 ? trustees consider that an audit s not required for this iiear (under >ection 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 Ithe 2011 Acll and that an Independent examination Is needed 111$ my responsibility to. Examine the accounts i under section 145 of the 2011 Act.. To follow the orocedures laid down In the General Directions given by the Charity Commission i under ieclion 1451511 bl af the 2011 Act.. and Slate whether particular matters have -ome lo my attention Basis of independent examiner's report ly axamination was carried out In accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examip.ation includes a review jf the accounting records kept by the pharity and a comparison of the accounts presented LAiilh 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 lo whether the accounts a true and fair view and Ihe report Is limited lo those matters Jet out In the statement below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention.. 111 which gives me reasonable cause lo believe that In any material respect the requirements lo keep accounting records In accorQance with section130 Jf the 20 11 Act. and lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records anrj comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met". or 121 to which, in my opinion attention should be drawn in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts tro be reached. Signed L A sa Date 7 March 2025 Luke Silver HNC Business & Finance AccOntancY Practitioner 25 Ellicombe Close fvlinehead. Somersel. TA24 ODQ
THE PEOPLE'S CHURCH Report of the Trustees and the Church Council For the year ended 31, December 2024 ACTIVITIES REVIEW The financial resLJlls are sel out In the enclosed accounts. The ?rincipal activity throughout the year under review was that of the advancement of the Christian faith. CHURCH COUNCIL The trustees and members of the Church Council during the year were as follows. lan Edmundson, 13 Earlsfield Drive Rise Park, Nottingham NG5 58Q Geoff Lowe 29 lnister Close. Kirkby-in-Ashfield. Nollinghamshire NG17 8GL Robert Gale. 79 Lubbeslhorpe Fload. 8raunslon Town, Leicestershire. LE3 2X Kelsey Smale. 10 Chilvers Close. Besthood Park. Notlingham. NG5 5LL Lesley Siddo D Edwards Lane. Shenwood. Nollingham. NG5 3AA STATEMENT We certify that the books. vouchers and Information produced lo enable the Independent examination cf our accounts :o be OndUCted knonlain 3 full and correct record of our financial Iransactions and activities lo the best of our knowledge and oelief. SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE TRUSTEES AND CHURCH COUNCIL Please print name.. Date
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE CHURCH COUNCIL INTRODUCTION Thank you for submitting the accounts for Independent examination. 1. CHARITY LAW AND FINANCIAL REGULATIONS The Independent axamination has been .-arr1ed Jut In accordance with The Charities IAccounls and Reports) Regulations 1995 1 Slalulory InslriJmenls No 27241 and rhw Accounting oy Charities Statement of Recommended Practice ISORPI 2. SIGNING OF ACCOUNTS I bhall be ?bliged if lou will please fopNard a copy of the signature page for my records arter the accounts navp been signed by 3 r•prcasentaiive appoirled by the Trustees and Ch urcm wouncil, A spare popy is anclosed. 3. CONCLUSION There are no other matters I feel need lo be brought lo your attention, Please do not hesitate lo contact me lor clarification of for further assistance. Luke Silver Date.. 7 March 2025
The People's Church, Bestwood, Nottingham Reg Charity No 1052607 Accounting Statement.. Receipts and Payments Account year ended 31 December 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Income Incoming Resources from Donors Church Aclivilil Receipts Iis>ions Investment Income 84.511 6.58-, 3.396 1.080 84.511 6.587 3.996 1.080 85 222 4878 981 Total Income 96,174 96,174 92.954 Expenditure Administration Isupport costs Establishment I support oslsl Church Activity nJsiS Icharilable ooieclsi Pastor31 & lInistrI {harItable obieclsl Iissions (chari13ble objects) Jliscellaneous Icharitable objects I 10,096 15404 15.880 52.390 9.142 46 10.096 15.404 15.880 52.390 9 142 46 9.791 23961 22,2S6 50.945 110 Total Expenditure 102,958 102,958 107,073 Net incoming resources 16.7841 ,7841 19,8691 Cash Balances brought forward 1.1.24 Carried FopNard 31,12.24 L,o'/ds TSB Aic 14480860 KBL subordinated deposit KBL 700402 Magnelik Cash In 14and Acliiiale Cash In Hand Sanlander Bank 89.359 90 439 47 136 39.272 Total 136,495 129,711 L&ss Unpresented Cheques Total 136,495 129,711
The People's Church Reg Charitii No 1052607 Statement of Account . Income for the year ended 31 Decernber 2024 Unrestricted Funds Income 2024 Donations nhur=h Giving Jifl Aid Tax Iisc Donations Invesiirenl I ncome 70.216 3.324 1.080 Donations Total 85,591 Church Activity lini Bus HirA Beslijvood Park chUrh fyjlisc Vision Fund Rodriquez Appeal Events l Youth Camp 1.548 851 2.108 2.080 Church ActivityTotal 6,587 Missions 3.996 3,996 Total Unrestricted Funds 96,174 Restricted Funds Dairtimers lagnetik Todders Orphan General Account Total Restricted Funds Total Income 96,174
The People's Church Reg Charity No 1052607 Statement of Account - Expenditure for the year ended 31 December 2024 Expenditure 2024 Pastoral & Wlinistry 52.390 Church Family 15880 Eslablishineni 15.404 Administration 10.096 lission 9 142 lisc 46 Total Unrestricted Funds 102,958 Restricted Funds Fundraising l Grants Total Rastricted Funds Total expenditure 102,958