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2023-03-31-accounts

COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 02909145 CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 1054449

PRAISE CHAPEL Company Limited by Guarantee Unaudited Financial Statements

31 March 2023

PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Financial Statements

Year ended 31 March 2023

Page
Trustees' annual report (incorporating the director's report) 1
Statement of financial activities (including income and expenditure account) 6
Statement of financial position 7
Notes to the financial statements 8
The following pages do not form part of the financial statements
Detailed statement of financial activities 17

PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Trustees' Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report)

Year ended 31 March 2023

The trustees, who are also the directors for the purposes of company law, present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2023.

Reference and administrative details

Registered charity name PRAISE CHAPEL Charity registration number 1054449 Company registration number 02909145 Principal office and registered Mill House office Columbia Avenue Edgware Middlesex HA8 5DQ The trustees E A Amartey F K Adjei Company secretary Kofi Konadu Banful Accountant HP Osalor's Limited Chartered Certified Accountants 6 Greenwich Quay Clarence Road London SE8 3EY

Structure, governance and management

Governing document

Praise Chapel is a charitable company limited by guarantee. It is governed by a Memorandum and Articles of Association and controlled by a Board of Trustees who are directors for the purpose of company law and trustees for the purposes of charity law.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

New Trustees are selected on the basis of the contribution they will make to the governance of the organisation and the skills they will contribute. They are provided with copies of the Charity Commission's guidance to trustees and given an introduction to the activities of the charity by the existing board members.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Trustees' Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) (continued) Year ended 31 March 2023

Objectives and activities

In accordance with the sole objective of the Charity which is the advancement of the Christian religion worldwide. The organisation continues to pursue this objective by operating a centre for worship and training at Sidings Community Centre, Kilburn and the Clayton Crown Hotel, Cricklewood. The main offices remain and operate from the Mill House, Edgware. Through our various venues a program of events are scheduled and aimed at the pursuance of the Christian faith and reaching the unchurched in the community and abroad with a range of projects centred around the needs of the community and also sharing the ethos of the Christian message through the various events and services.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Trustees' Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) (continued) Year ended 31 March 2023

Achievements and performance

Strengthening And Rebuilding the Congregation

Following the resumption of our activities and services post the Covid-19 pandemic, the church observed a notable decline in engagement among our regular congregants. Several members had ceased attending church services altogether, while others were participating less frequently compared to the pre-pandemic period. In response, the Church leadership embarked on initiatives to reinforce the vision and purpose of the church through teachings and messages, aimed at inspiring and challenging our membership regarding the significance of in-person corporate worship and attendance. As of the reporting period, we are pleased to note an enhanced commitment to the various services and activities of the church. While we have yet to return to pre-Covid-19 levels of engagement, the church has experienced significant growth in new membership, particularly among young adults, a development that is highly encouraging.

Young Adults

Throughout the fiscal year, the church has remained committed to fostering the growth and development of its young adult community, primarily consisting of individuals in their twenties and thirties. Emphasising inclusivity and engagement, the church leadership has purposefully included young adults in its governing body, which oversees a range of activities tailored to support their journey. These initiatives encompass small group discussions, career guidance services, and the cultivation of meaningful relationships, facilitated by intergenerational mentorship. Encouraging active involvement, the church has invited young adults to participate in diverse ministries and assume leadership roles within select programs. Anticipating their increasing involvement, we foresee this vibrant demographic assuming greater responsibility in spearheading the church's future endeavours and programs.

Outreaches and Community Focus.

Our commitment to community engagement remains steadfast, with a special emphasis on our senior citizens outreach program. Dedicated volunteers uphold regular visits to support our elderly community members. Despite challenges, we successfully hosted a summer barbecue and distributed approximately three hundred Christmas hampers to local seniors this year, although regrettably, our annual Christmas lunch could not take place. Efforts are underway to restructure our outreach teams, extending our support to various segments of our community, including the homeless, children through Kidz Klub, mothers via Mum’s Klub, as well as individuals in prisons and those living on the streets within our local vicinity. We remain committed to serving and uplifting our community in diverse ways, adapting to evolving needs and circumstances.

International Missions

We proudly maintain our ongoing support for Good Shepherd Homes (GSH) in India. This year marks a significant milestone with the inauguration of the Parandwadi Children's Village under the GSH umbrella. This facility not only offers housing and nurturing for numerous children but also serves as a comprehensive educational centre, providing schooling and vocational training opportunities.?

Our commitment extends to local churches in Kigali, Rwanda, where we actively contribute to the training and development of children and youth workers. We are in the process of organising another mission outreach to Rwanda, reinforcing our dedication to this region. Additionally, our support extends to Centre Inshitu Zacu, a home operated by Catholic nuns, which caters to severely disabled children. Through collaboration with Compassion International, numerous members of our church provide support to over seventy Rwandan children in need.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Trustees' Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

Furthermore, we stand behind Stephania Lazzarin in her mission outreach efforts across Francophone countries in West Africa. Her impactful work includes training and teaching in various Bible Schools throughout the region.

This year, the church proudly assisted the House of Wells (H.O.W), a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) in the United Kingdom and South Africa, by providing two hundred food packs during their annual Christmas food parcel giveaway. H.O.W's mission encompasses not only educational support for children and young people but also endeavours to nurture them spiritually and physically. Currently operational in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Uganda, and Kenya, H.O.W exemplifies our commitment to holistic support for children and youth in need.

Financial review

Total income decreased by 9.39% to £417,037 (2022 - £460,262).The church trustees attribute this decrease in part to the after effects of the COVID -19 pandemic due to a noticeable reduction in the number of members engaging in church activities.

Total expenditure however increased by about 22.44% to £480,034 (2022 - £392,044). This has been as a result of the increased number of outreaches and engagements with local communities to win more souls. In fact as part of this exercise the church distributed at lease 300 hampers to the locals, targeting especially senior citizens. There was also increased travel costs because of the expansion of the commitment to overseas missions in India, Rwanda and South Africa.

Thus there was an overall deficit in funds of £67,196 as compared to a surplus of £68,218 in 2022.

Plans for future periods

Plans for The Future and future Initiatives

In our pursuit of growth and community enrichment, we are actively considering the establishment of small groups hosted in the homes of individual congregants. This initiative aims to foster stronger relationships, provide enhanced pastoral care, and deepen biblical knowledge within our church community. Through these intimate gatherings, we aspire to create a nurturing environment that further strengthens the spiritual bonds among our members.

Thanks And Appreciation

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the dedicated congregation of Praise Chapel for their unwavering support and steadfast commitment to our transformative vision. Their tireless efforts to positively impact lives within our local communities and beyond reflect the essence of our shared mission, ultimately glorifying our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Small company provisions

This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies entitled to the small companies exemption.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Trustees' Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

The trustees' annual report was approved on 28 March 2024 and signed on behalf of the board of trustees by:

F K Adjei Trustee

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Statement of Financial Activities (including income and expenditure account)

Year ended 31 March 2023

2023 2022
Unrestricted Restricted
funds funds Total funds Total funds
Note £ £ £ £
Income and endowments
Donations and legacies 5 416,997 416,997 460,252
Investment income 6 40 40 10
   
Total income 417,037 417,037 460,262
   
Expenditure
Charitable Activities 7,8 484,233 484,233 392,044
   
Total expenditure 484,233 484,233 392,044
   
   
Net (expenditure)/income and net
movement in funds (67,196) (67,196) 68,218
   
Reconciliation of funds
Total funds brought forward 228,973 129,037 358,010 289,792
   
Total funds carried forward 161,777 129,037 290,814 358,010
   

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Statement of Financial Position

31 March 2023

2023 2022
Note £ £
Fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets 13 26,734 32,667
Current assets
Debtors 14 118,133 114,176
Cash at bank and in hand 191,095 241,133
 
309,228 355,309
Creditors:amounts falling due within one year 15 45,148 29,966
 
Net current assets 264,080 325,343
 
Total assets less current liabilities 290,814 358,010
 
Net assets 290,814 358,010
 
Funds of the charity
Restricted funds 129,037 129,037
Unrestricted funds 161,777 228,973
 
Total charity funds 17 290,814 358,010
 

For the year ending 31 March 2023 the charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

Directors' responsibilities:

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime.

These financial statements were approved by the board of trustees and authorised for issue on 28 March 2024, and are signed on behalf of the board by:

F K Adjei Trustee

The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements

Year ended 31 March 2023

1. General information

The charity is a public benefit entity and a private company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales and a registered charity in England and Wales. The address of the registered office is Mill House, Columbia Avenue, Edgware, Middlesex, HA8 5DQ.

2. Statement of compliance

These financial statements have been prepared in compliance with FRS 102, 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland', the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (Charities SORP (FRS 102)) and the Companies Act 2006.

3. Accounting policies

Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, as modified by the revaluation of certain financial assets and liabilities and investment properties measured at fair value through income or expenditure.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the entity.

Going concern

There are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees to further any of the charity's purposes.

Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked by the trustees for particular future project or commitment.

Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure declared by the donor or through the terms of an appeal, and fall into one of two sub-classes: restricted income funds or endowment funds.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

3. Accounting policies (continued)

Incoming resources

All incoming resources are included in the statement of financial activities when entitlement has passed to the charity; it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the charity and the amount can be reliably measured. The following specific policies are applied to particular categories of income:

Resources expended

Expenditure is recognised on an accruals basis as a liability is incurred. Expenditure includes any VAT which cannot be fully recovered, and is classified under headings of the statement of financial activities to which it relates:

All costs are allocated to expenditure categories reflecting the use of the resource. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs are apportioned between the activities they contribute to on a reasonable, justifiable and consistent basis.

Tangible assets

Tangible assets are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. Any tangible assets carried at revalued amounts are recorded at the fair value at the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

3. Accounting policies (continued)

Tangible assets (continued)

An increase in the carrying amount of an asset as a result of a revaluation, is recognised in other recognised gains and losses, unless it reverses a charge for impairment that has previously been recognised as expenditure within the statement of financial activities. A decrease in the carrying amount of an asset as a result of revaluation, is recognised in other recognised gains and losses, except to which it offsets any previous revaluation gain, in which case the loss is shown within other recognised gains and losses on the statement of financial activities.

Depreciation

Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost or valuation of an asset, less its residual value, over the useful economic life of that asset as follows:

Plant and machinery - 20% reducing balance
Fixtures and fittings - 20% reducing balance
Motor vehicles - 20% reducing balance

Impairment of fixed assets

A review for indicators of impairment is carried out at each reporting date, with the recoverable amount being estimated where such indicators exist. Where the carrying value exceeds the recoverable amount, the asset is impaired accordingly. Prior impairments are also reviewed for possible reversal at each reporting date.

For the purposes of impairment testing, when it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, an estimate is made of the recoverable amount of the cashgenerating unit to which the asset belongs. The cash-generating unit is the smallest identifiable group of assets that includes the asset and generates cash inflows that largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets.

For impairment testing of goodwill, the goodwill acquired in a business combination is, from the acquisition date, allocated to each of the cash-generating units that are expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination, irrespective of whether other assets or liabilities of the charity are assigned to those units.

Defined contribution plans

Contributions to defined contribution plans are recognised as an expense in the period in which the related service is provided. Prepaid contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that the prepayment will lead to a reduction in future payments or a cash refund.

When contributions are not expected to be settled wholly within 12 months of the end of the reporting date in which the employees render the related service, the liability is measured on a discounted present value basis. The unwinding of the discount is recognised as an expense in the period in which it arises.

4. Limited by guarantee

Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

5. Donations and legacies

Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds
Funds 2023 Funds 2022
£ £ £ £
Donations
Tithes and offerings 416,997 416,997 362,372 362,372
Charity gift aid 97,880 97,880
   
416,997 416,997 460,252 460,252
   
6. Investment income
Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds
Funds 2023 Funds 2022
£ £ £ £
Bank interest receivable 40 40 10 10
   
7. Charitable activities
Unrestricted Total Funds Unrestricted Total Funds
Funds 2023 Funds 2022
£ £ £ £
Charitable Activities 416,332 416,332 358,881 358,881
Honorarium,Musical,Mission and
Publicity 63,700 63,700 28,964 28,964
Support costs 4,201 4,201 4,199 4,199
   
484,233 484,233 392,044 392,044
   
8. Expenditure on charitable activities by activity type
Activities
undertaken Total funds Total fund
directly Support costs 2023 2022
£ £ £ £
Charitable Activities 416,332 416,332 358,881
Honorarium,Musical,Mission and
Publicity 63,700 63,700 28,964
Governance costs 4,201 4,201 4,199
   
480,032 4,201 484,233 392,044
   
9. Net (expenditure)/income
Net (expenditure)/income is stated after charging/(crediting):
2023 2022
£ £
Depreciation of tangible fixed assets 6,683 8,166
 

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

10. Independent examination fees

2023 2022
£ £
Fees payable to the independent examiner for:
Independent examination of the financial statements 8,400

4,200


11. Staff costs

The total staff costs and employee benefits for the reporting period are analysed as follows:

2023 2022
£ £
Wages and salaries 133,630 130,559
Social security costs 13,917 13,036
Employer contributions to pension plans 2,684 3,991
 
150,231

147,586


The average head count of employees during the year was 5 (2022: 4). The average number of full-time equivalent employees during the year is analysed as follows:

2023 2022
No. No.
Direct staff 5 4
 
The number of employees whose remuneration for the year fell within the following bands, were:
2023 2022
No. No.
£60,000 to £69,999 1 1
 

12. Trustee remuneration and expenses

There were no trustees' remuneration, neither were there any benefits and expenses paid during the year ended 31 March 2023.

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

13. Tangible fixed assets

Plant and Fixtures and
machinery fittingsMotor vehicles Total
£ £ £ £
Cost
At 1 April 2022 151,962 95,053 27,236 274,251
Additions 750 750
   
At 31 March 2023 151,962 95,803 27,236 275,001
   
Depreciation
At 1 April 2022 146,200 75,518 19,866 241,584
Charge for the year 1,152 4,057 1,474 6,683
   
At 31 March 2023 147,352 79,575 21,340 248,267
   
Carrying amount
At 31 March 2023 4,610 16,228 5,896 26,734
   
At 31 March 2022 5,762 19,535 7,370 32,667
   
14. Debtors
2023 2022
£ £
Prepayments and accrued income 83,216 79,609
Other debtors 34,917 34,567
 
118,133 114,176
 
15. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2023 2022
£ £
Bank loans and overdrafts 15,184 6,305
Trade creditors 4,013 4,004
Accruals and deferred income 8,400 8,400
Social security and other taxes 16,239 10,636
Other creditors 1,312 621
 
45,148 29,966
 

16. Pensions and other post retirement benefits

Defined contribution plans

The amount recognised in income or expenditure as an expense in relation to defined contribution plans was £2,684 (2022: £3,991).

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PRAISE CHAPEL

Company Limited by Guarantee

Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

17. Analysis of charitable funds

Unrestricted funds

Unrestricted funds
At
At 31 March 20
1 April 2022 Income Expenditure 23
£ £ £ £
General funds 228,973 417,037 (484,233) 161,777
   
At
At 31 March 202
1 April 2021 Income Expenditure 2
£ £ £ £
General funds 160,755 460,262 (392,044) 228,973
   
Restricted funds
At
At 31 March 20
1 April 2022 Income Expenditure 23
£ £ £ £
Restricted Fund 129,037 129,037
   
At
At 31 March 202
1 April 2021 Income Expenditure 2
£ £ £ £
Restricted Fund 129,037 129,037
   
18. Analysis of net assets between funds
Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds
Funds Funds 2023
£ £ £
Tangible fixed assets 26,734 26,734
Current assets 180,191 129,037 309,228
Creditors less than 1 year (45,148) (45,148)
  
Net assets 161,777 129,037 290,814
  
Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds
Funds Funds 2022
£ £ £
Tangible fixed assets 32,667 32,667
Current assets 226,272 129,037 355,309
Creditors less than 1 year (29,966) (29,966)
  
Net assets 228,973

129,037

358,010
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Notes to the Financial Statements (continued)

Year ended 31 March 2023

19. Related parties

There were no related party transactions other than as disclosed in Note 11 in respect of salaries paid to the senior pastor.

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Company Limited by Guarantee

Management Information

Year ended 31 March 2023

The following pages do not form part of the financial statements.

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Company Limited by Guarantee

Detailed Statement of Financial Activities

Year ended 31 March 2023

2023 2022
£ £
Income and endowments
Donations and legacies
Tithes and offerings 416,997 362,372
Charity gift aid 97,880
 
416,997 460,252
 
Investment income
Bank interest receivable 40 10
 
 
Total income 417,037 460,262
 
Expenditure
Charitable Activities
Wages and salaries 133,630 130,559
Employer's NIC 13,917 13,036
Pension costs 2,684 3,991
Rent 154,469 125,146
Rates and water 6,198 8,945
Light and heat 5,214 2,300
Repairs and maintenance 6,407 647
Insurance 4,049 2,371
Other motor/travel costs 15,024 7,386
Legal and professional fees 32,034 32,043
Telephone 9,752 7,598
Other office costs 13,846 10,247
Depreciation 6,683 8,167
Other interest payable and similar charges 2,449 2,286
Education and Honorarium 7,959 4,886
Hospitality & musical services 17,126 8,348
Special events & mission support 48,183 18,845
Publicity,Printing and Stationery 4,609 5,243
 
484,233 392,044
 
 
Total expenditure 484,233 392,044
 
 
Net (expenditure)/income (67,196) 68,218
 

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