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Go4TE4: St James Mar Thoma Church, UK Mar Thoma Centre, 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Annual Report & Accounts for the year 2024-2025 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church in the Diocese of UK. Europe & Afric3 Member of the Churche5 Together in England Member of the Churche5 Together in Brttain & Ireland Registered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Contents Notice of Annual General Meeting Annual Report and Accounts 2024- 2025 Independent Examinerfs Report {External} Independent Examinerfs Report {Internall Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Accounts The following pages are for private circulation only List of expenses incurred exceeding budget 2024- 2025 Budget forecast 2025 - 2026 ' IONDOW. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Annual Report I"April 2024 to 31" March 2025 'Come to me, all you who ore weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Toke my yoke upon you ond learn from me, for l om gentle and humble in heart, and you willfind restfor your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden 15 light." Matthew 11.'28-30 Introduction A parish is the place where the people of God gather to offer thanksgiving and grow in deeper intimacy with Christ and the Church. It is where we welcome others and strive to build a family of love through our communion with Christ and one another. as a worshipping and sacramental community. God Almighty enables us to live with this vision and to bear witness to Christ Jesus. On behalf of the Executive Committee of St. James Mar Thoma Church UK. it IS Wlth immense pleasure and a heart full of praise and gratitude to the Almighty Lord that we present to you the annual report and financial statement for the year ending 31st March 2025. Let us thank the Lord Almighty for His guidance. mercy. and grace that we have experienced as a parish over the past twenty-nine years, and glorify His name for His faithfulness. We thank our Almighty God for giving us this wonderful opportunity to serve Him and our parish during the year. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in Note I to the Accounts and comply with the Charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011, and the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (FRS 1021. The trustees have complied with the duty in Section 17151 of the Charities Act 2011 to have paid due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission in relation to activities carried out for the public benefit. Historical Perspective of our Parish St. James Mar Thoma Church. UK ISJMTC). is a parish of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church of Malabar. in the Diocese of the UK. Europe. and Africa. Mar Thoma worship in the UK began in 1957 at the Indian YMCA, London. St. James Parish was based in Central London and continued the worship that had started in the 195Os to meet the spiritual needs of members residing in London and the Home Counties. St. James Mar Thoma Church UK is a registered charity in the United Kingdom {Charity Reg. No.. 10592101, with its registered office at St. James Mar Thoma Centre, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Our parish is now administratively placed in the Diocese of the UK. Europe. and Africa. and His Grace Rt. Rev. PD Dr. Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa is our Diocesan Bishop. We are blessed ful for His Grace's continuous support and leadership extended to our parish. IONOOV" A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Mission and Objective The mission and objective of the Church are to presep4e and safeguard the faith as revealed by Christ and taught by the Apostles. and to promote the spiritual life of the faithful through the administration of the sacraments and the preaching of the Word. Our mission is to serve people as servants of the resurrected Christ. without diluting or distorting the ethos of the Church. As a parish. we are committed to promoting the Christian faith. providing our members with regular Christian worship services in accordance with the traditions of the Mar Thoma Church, offering pastoral care, and organising activities to enhance and support the spiritual life of our members. We also aim to strengthen ecumenical relationships within the local community and other churches, and to provide financial support for evangelistic and charitable work in the United Kingdom and abroad, particularly in India. Governing Document St James Mar Thoma Church UK is governed by the constitution adopted on 27th October 1996 and as amended on 29th January 2006 and submitted to the Charity Commission and by the constitution of the MarThoma Syrian Church of Malabar. India. Ecumenical Relation5 While retaining many of the traditional characteristics of the ancient Eastern church, the Mar Thoma Church keeps very close relations with Christian churches in other parts of the world. The Church enjoys full intercommunion relationship with the world-wide Anglican Church and is a full member of the World Council of Churches IWCCI. Churches Together in England {CTEI and Churches Together in Britain and Ireland ICtBII. Locally, we are also members of the Churches Together in New Eltham I￿NE) Parish Membership& General Body participation A parish register of all members is maintained by the Vicar and is kept updated. All persons above 18 years. who have their names on the parish register. receive Holy Communion in the parish and whose parish membership has not been barred, are entitled to be Edavaka Sangham members (General Body of the parish). Our membership as of 31st March 2025 was 229families including new families who joined the parish during the reporting year. We welcome these new families to the fellowship of St James Thoma Church, UK. Vicar We acknowledge the services of our Vicar Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas, his wife Mrs. Jessen Varghe and their two children, Eben Soju Thomas and Elmina Jessy Soju during this period. Vicar Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas has now completed two years of his service as the Vicar of our church. Vicarfs spiritual leadership and pastoral care has made a significant impact to the members, spiritual life and wellbeing. Through Vicarfs leadership and guidance, all organisations of the church and prayers groups are functioning well. Vicar has also taken an active role in the various activities of the Diocese. We thank the Vicar and family for their blessed ministry in our parish over the last two years. IONDQW. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Appointment of Trustees of the Charity (Executive Committee) The appointed Vicar of St James Parish is the President. The trustees (members of the Executive Committee) are elected or nominated every year before the commencement of the financial year. They are elected either by the General Body or by the members of the organisation whom they represent or nominated by the Diocesan Bishop. The Sabha Mandalam and the Diocesan Assembly members are electedlnominated and their terms of office to these bodie5 are for a period of three years. The appointment of Trustees is as per the constitution. Trustees of the Charity (Executive Committee) for the reporting year The following members served as the Trustees of the Charity for the year 2024-2025. President & Vicar Vice President Secretary Trustee Finance Trustee Accounts Lay Leader I Lay Leader 2 Sabha Mandalam Member Diocesan Zonal Assembly Member Diocesan Zonal Assembly Member Edavaka Mission Representative Sevika Sangham Representative Sunday School Representative Youth Fellowship Representative Choir Representative Area Prayer Group Representatives Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Mr. P.K. Edison Mr. lju Thomas Mr. Ashok Thomas Mr. Ajex John Mr. Shajan Varampel Mathai Mr. Jithin Rajan Chacko Mr. Sabu George Mr. Cyril Abraham John Mr. Noble J Mathew Mr. Alex P Sam Mrs. Shanty Thomas Mrs. Rashmi Philip Mr. Thomas Rajan Chacko Mr. Aji Chacko Mr. Jeemon Eapen (Bury St Edmunds Area) Mr. Shiju Thomas (East Areal Mr. George K Easawllpswich Areal Mr. Shabu Varughese{Kent Areal Mr. Stephen Varughese Joseph (South East Areal Mrs Sheena John (South Areal Appointed Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Nominated Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Elected Eletted Elected The Executive Committee met 8 times during the year to discuss and deliberate on the day-to-da running of the Parish. as well as to execute the decisions of the General Body. RTHO Other Officials Data Protection Officer IDPO) Internal Auditors (Elected) Mr. Jithin Rajan Chacko Mr. Mathews John Mr. James Malayil Varghese A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX General Body Meetings Three general body meetings were held during the reporting year. All general body meetings were held in-person in our church. The Annual General Body meeting IAGMI was held on Sunday 2. June 2024to receive and approve the annual report and accounts for the year 2023-24 and to receive and approve the budget for the year 2024-2025. The general body approved the annual report and accounts forth year 2023-2024 and passed the budget for 2024-2025. th The second General Body meeting was held on 27 October 2024. In this meeting, the General Body decided to provide the remaining amount required to reach a total of l NR Ten Lakhs to Evangelist in order to bring the housing aid to a closure and also authorised the Executive Committee to determine the use of the remaining budgeted INR Five Lakhs for the betterment of Evangelist5 The third general body meeting was held on Sunday 23 February 2025to elect the office bearers and auditors for the year 2025-2026. In this meeting, general body also accepted the proposal from Executive Committee to elect Data Protection Officer (DPOI and Data Controller Officer IDCO) from within the executive committee for 2025-26. Risk Management The Executive Committee have, from time to time. examined the major operational risks which the parish faces and confirms that systems have been established to enable regular review of steps that can be taken to reduce these risks. Risk management is reviewed and discussed at Executive Committee meetings. For the safe running of the Church, a Health and Safety Policy has been adopted. A ccrv guideline is also followed for the use in Church. Reserves Policy St James Mar Thoma Church shall set aside rese￿eS to provide financial stability and the means to sustain, improve and develop its mission and objects. As the flow of income is not uniform, reserves need to be set aside to meet expenses that are irregular in pattern. The Executive Committee has determined that the approximate level of free reserves should be equivalent to three mon expenditure, approximately £53,000 and continued effort is taken to maintain this. Financial Update St James Mar Thoma Church is wholly dependent on the voluntary contributions of members an well-wishers. We are greatly indebted for their financial support. The full income and expenditure statement for the year 2024/25 and the balance sheet are attached. In spite of the current political and economic sltuations around the world, it is pleasing to note that our various collections have increased. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Disclosure and Barring SeNice {DBS} We have adopted a policy, based on the requirements of the Children Act 1989. which is monitored and reviewed annually. DBS checks are being carried out on all individuals who take responsibility for children's activities. Our Church recognises the need to provide a safe and caring environment for our children and young people. To accomplish this, we have also established a child protection policy and procedures and thereby fulfilling our commitment to the physical safety and spiritual growth of our children and youth. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) The GDPR came into to law on 25th May 2018. In compliance with the requirements, St James Mar Thoma Church have adopted and established a GDPR privacy policy. This poliry is published on the Church webslte. All trustees have been briefed on the regulation and their responsibilities to be in compliance with the policy. Our parish is also registered with Information Commissioner's Office Iicoi. Sunday Worship Services The Sunday Worship services were held in person and also broadcasted via the online platform. On average about 180members attend the service regularly and an average 130 members participate in Holy Communion. We have Holy Communion service in both English and Malayalam. Our worship services are assisted by various area prayer group members on a rota basis. Both our Lay Leaders with the guidance from our Vicar did a commendable job in ensuring that there is equal participation from all areas to lead our church Se￿iCe. Our Church Choir play an active role in assisting our service5. Sunday worship service conclude with a fellowship meal Sponsored by our members. Duri the reporting year, Saturday evening Holy Communion services were also held once in a mont Ipswich. Members from nearby areas. Ipswich. Bury & St Edmunds. Norwich and Colchester atte the worship services in Ipswich. BTHO Special Services & Prayers OfvDO*' Special services were conducted to celebrate Parish Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Sunday, Diocesan Sunday, Edavaka Mission Sunday, Sevika Sangham Day. Youth Sunday, World Sunday School Day, Choir Sunday, Senior Citizens Day. 40 Friday service. Student Thanksgiving Day and Christmas during the respective days as per the church calendar. Thanksgiving Sunday. Parish Sunday. Family Sunday and Parish Convention th In this reporting year, Thanksgiving Day was celebrated on Sunday, 12 May 2024. Rev. Subin Mathew Parayil was our chief guest and celebrant for the service. th th th The Parish Day. Family Sunday and Annual convention was held on 8 9 and 10 November 2024. Rev. Johnson M John, Vicar of Switzerland congregation was the main speaker and guest of honour. The theme for the three-day convention was 'Tran5formed by Grace" The first day session was held in Ipswich and the second and the final day were held at St James Mar Thoma Church. All sessions A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX were well attended and were a blessing to our members. Edavaka Mission led the singing session and all the arrangements for the convention. Parish Picnic one-day parish picnic was organised on 31stAugust 2024. We visited the famous Norwich Cathedral, went for a boat ride at Wroxham and spent time at Yarmouth beach. Seventy of our members participated and we had a fun filled trip and joyful fellowship during the parish picnic. The convenor, Mr Jeemon Eapen co-ordinated all the arrangements for the picnic. Harvest Festival Over the years the Harvest Festival has evolved to be an event both young and old looks forward to with great enthusiasm. Harvest Festival food sale and fund collection5 were organised on Saturday, 7th September 2024. Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Councillor Jit Ranabhat was the chief guest for our Harvest Festival inaugural session. Councillor Patricia Greenwell and Councillor Lauren Dingsdale visited our food stalls. We also managed to conduct auctions after church service. Thanks to our Harvest Festival Convenors, Mr Jithin Rajan Chacko, Mrs Sheena John and Mr Shiju Thomas who organised the events well and helped to raise significant funds during these challenging times. Diamond raffle- Church Sky roof blinds project There was a raffle held to raise funds for the Church sky roof blinds project with an exquisite diamond ring as the prize. This project was the first major infrastructure enhancement to our church building since its inception and it wouldn't have been possible to complete this project without the heartfelt participation and support of our members. Formal Inauguration of UK, Europe & Africa Diocese The formal inauguration of the UK, Europe & Africa Diocese took place on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at the Bethel Convention Centre, Birmingham. The event started with a Holy Communion led by His Grace The Most Rev. Dr. Theodosius Mar Thoma Metropolitan, Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Suffragan Metropolitan and the following Bishops were present - Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Barnabas Suffragan Metropolitan, Rt. Rev. Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa and our Diocesan Bishop Rt. Rev. PD Dr. Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa. Bishops from sister churches and distinguish guests were in attendance. Our Vicar Rev Solu M Thomas was the general convenor for this ev There was a huge participation from our members forthis function. ART&0 House to House Carol Rounds As part of the Christmas celebrations, house-to-house carol rounds were arranged. Carollers together with the Vicar visited homes of 139 members in London and Home Counties of Middlesex, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Kent, East Sussex, Sussex, Cambridgeshire and Suffolk during the weeks leading to Christmas. The carol rounds started on 23, November and completed on 22 December. It was an opportunity to proclaim the Good News of Christmas through carols, Bible passages and prayer. As convenors. Mr Sabu George and Mr Stephen V Joseph together with area representatives deserve considerable credit for their dedication and tireless efforts in arranging the house to house carol rounds. nd Christmas Carol Service th The Christmas Carol Service, organised by the church. was held on sunday 15 December 2024 at St James Mar Thoma Church. Rev. Fr. Nithin Prasad Koshy, Vicar of St Gregorios Indian Orthodox A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Cathedral, London was our chief guest for the service and delivered the Christmas message. It was a beautiful service of carols by our talented and dedicated senior and junior choir. We thank choir and junior choir for leading the melodious carol songs, Sunday school for the creative nativity play and youth fellowship for the beautiful church decorations. Christmas Bells Christmas Bells is an annual event of our church organized by the choir focusing on the theme of Christmas. This event gave opportunities to each area prayer groups to showcase their musical talents through Christmas carols. This year, Christmas Bells was held on Sunday, 22nd December 2024 immediately after the service. Watch Night Service Watch night service was held at 9 PM on the New Yearfs Eve at St James Mar Thoma Church. It was also an occasion of thanksgiving. praise. testimony. and worship especially during the tough economic times that the world was undergoing. The service concluded with the celebration of Holy Communion, marking a spiritually uplifting transition into the New Year. Family Badminton tournament A family badminton tournament was organised by Youth Fellowship on Saturday, I" March 2025 at Erith Leisure Centre. Our members actively participated in the Family Badminton Tournament. The convenors were Miss Maria Linoy Cherian and Miss Rianne Thomas. Family Retreat th We had our family retreat on Sunday, 9 March 2025 after worship service guided by the inspiring theme of Ephesians 3.'14-15-"Celebrating Family - God's gift to us" Rev Thomas Joseph, Vicar of Germany congregation led the session. A separate programme for children was also hosted at church lead by Sunday School. The convenors for the family retreat were Mr Shabu Varughese and Mrs Rashmi Philip. Mission and Evangelism Helping those in need is a demonstration of our faith. During the year, we were able to support various missionary activities and lend a helping hand to those in deed. Through the generous support of our members. we were able to support the following charities and charitable projects and Institutions in India and here in UK. They include the following: Housing aid charity project for evangelist (Evg V.J. Joseph) Educational aid and medical aid for five evangelists Educational support for five students House shelter project fortwo families Medical aid for five families Educational support for a student in St. Thomas Teachers Training Institute. Thiruvalla "Wings to Dream" project for ongoing educational support to two Bsc nursing students and one general nursing student Donation to Wayanad disaster fund loNDO￿. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Donations in kind to Bexley food bank with support of Sunday school and youth fellowship Donation to Mayor of Greenwich's charity 34students were sponsored for Light to Life project by 30sponsors Our church organisations have also supported various charity initiatives which are included in their respective reports Matrimony There were no matrimonies solemnised at our church during this year Baptism During the report year. we conducted four baptisms in our church. We welcome the newly baptised members to the Christian family and pray for their physical and spiritual growth. Following are the names of those who were baptised in our church in the reporting year. 11 Jeremiah John Mathew IS/0 Mr Nijo Mathew and Mrs Divya Verghese Mathewl 21 Evelyn Anne Lijin ID/0 Mr Lijin Raji and Mrs Ancy Yohannan) 31 Anna Molly Chacko ID/0 Mr Ashwin Mathew Chacko and Mrs Anisha Mary Varughesel 41 Ezra Mathew Thomas {S1o Mr Libin Varughese Thomas and Mrs Asha Mary Mathewl Obituary This year some of our members have lost their loved ones. Parish extended spiritual support for the consolation of these families. We place on record our condolences to all bereaved families. th 11 Our member Mr Alexander Pappachan was called to eternity on 10 March 2025. The funeral was held on Thursday. 20 March 2025 at the Chapel. Croydon cemetery and the funeral service was led by our Vicar. We give thanks to God Almighty for his life. House Blessing During this year, house blessing services were conducted at the homes of five of our members St James Mar Thoma Centre With a long-term vision to build and develop our own place of worship, in 2005, 5t. James MTC purchased 167 Avery Hill Road. New Eltham. spanning 4.6 acres in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, neighbouring the University of Greenwich campus. The foundation stone laying service of the redevelopment of the Mar Thoma centre and Parsonage was held on 23rd August 2017. Our late Metropolitan His Grace The Most Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan and Our Diocesan Bishop His Grace Rt. Rev. Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa led the service and laid the foundation stone in the presence of invited guests, clergy of sister parishes and members of the parish. The consecration of our Church, Centre and parsonage was conducted on 8thMay 2021 by His Grace A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Rt. Rev. Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa. On the following day, we had the first Holy Communion service at our newly built St James Mar Thoma Church. By the Grace of Our good Lord. after years of collective prayers, hard work and perseverance, we accomplished this long-term vision of building our own place to serve as the St. James Mar Thoma Church Centre. with facility for worship, multi-use facility for community and sports activities and a parsonage. In the last year, our football pitches have been rented out to Metrogas football club and Total football club. In addition, our facilitie5 are popular in the local community for small event hires especially due to the availability of managed onsite parking. The centre continues to be a blessing not just for our families. but also for the community as a whole and for the next generation. Parish Organisations The Parish is blessed with its organisations namely: Sunday School, Youth fellowship, Church C Suvishesha Sevika Sangham and the Edavaka Mission. Each organisation has elected leaders to he carry out the administrative duties and responsibilities vested on them meaningfully. All these sub organisations of our Church work effectively to further the mission of our Church. £oNDoII' Sunday School St. James MarThoma Sunday School sUPPOrts parents in nurturing their children's spiritual growth, with guidance from our Vicar, Rev. Soju M Thomas, Head teacher Mrs. Rashmi Philip, and dedicated DBS-cleared teachers. Together, they ensure strong foundation in Christian faith and values. In 2024-25, the Sunday School grew to 93 students and 23 teachers across 14classes. Sessions, held on sundays from 9:00 AM to 10:25 AM, include lessons, worship, activities, and the Holy Qurbana. The curriculum is sourced from the Diocese of North America and Europe and the Mar Thoma Sunday School Samajam. Throughout the year. various events promoted spiritual growth and community engagement. VBS 2024: The Vacation Bible School IVBS} with the theme"Go Pro" {2 Timothy 2.151 was a blessed event, with 100 children registered. The event included engaging activities, crafts, songs, and devotional lessons, all led by dedicated teachers and directors with continuDUS SUPPOrt from volunteers and the congregation. World Sunday School Day: The Sunday School children participated in the World Sunday School Day event by presenting a 10-minute skit with singing and performances. all supported by dedicated teachers. Christmas Carol Service: As in previous years. the Sunday School children presented a Nativity performance during the carol service. which was greatly appreciated by the congregation and guests. Christmas Bells.. A festive celebration where children participated in performances, showcasing their creativity and spreading the Christmas cheer. Sunday School CharityVentures- Our Sunday School community continues to demonstrate its commitment to service and charity through the following initiatives: Food Sale= A successful fundraising event where half of the proceeds received were donated to the Mar Thoma Tibetan Border Mission. Operation Christmas Child.. Participation in this global mission, where the Sunday school children contributed gifts for children in need during the Christmas season. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Monthly Donations to Bexley Food Bank.. A continuous act of service, where the Sunday School regularly donates items to the local food bank. supporting those in need in our community. The following member5 served as office bearers for the year 2024-25 Head Teacher Mrs Rashmi Philip Treasurer Secretary Mr Stephen V Joseph Auditor Mrs Susan Mathew Mrs Simi Mathew Youth fellowship The St. James Mar Thoma Youth Fellowship, guided by Rev. Soju M. Thomas. experienced a year of remarkable spiritual growth and active participation, with 60 registered members. Throughout the year, the youth engaged deeply in strengthening their Christian faith through regular monthly fellowship meetings. Bible studies. and meaningful discussions. A major highlight was the participation of 21 members at the 6th Mar Thoma Youth Conference, focused on the theme "Meeting God at Your Crossroads." The Fellowship played a pivotal role in several parish events, including the Harvest Festival, Youth Sunday, and the Youth Convention, where they contributed through leading services, organising activities, and fundraising. Charitable initiatives remained central to their mission. as seen in the successful Wrap-up London coat collection and the Yeldho Lent collection, through which financial aid was distributed to causes such as the Bexley Food Bank, Roofing Project and Medical Aid in India. The youths wholeheartedly engaged in and actively participated throughout the Harvest Festival, displaying immense enthusiasm and energy. They set up vibrant and lively stalls. offering drinks, barbecues, henna designs and face painting. A variety of games were provided for both adults and children. Among the major attractions were the bouncy castle, which delighted many young children, and a newly introduced arcade-style prize stall. where participants could redeem prizes for taking part in the games. The youths actively supported the wider church community through Christmas decorations, musical performances like "Mary, Did You Know" and by organising the Annual Family Badminton Tournament and Family Retreat, both of which saw high levels of participation. With 61 yout registered for the upcoming year, the Fellowship looks ahead with renewed commitment to C centred leadership and service. RTHO The following members served as office bearers for the year 2024- 25. Vice President Mr. Jickson V George Treasurer Secretary Mrs. Greeshma Philip Auditors Joint Secretary Miss Rianne Thomas Mr. Sanu Sam Samue Mrs Anisha Varghese Miss Hannah Thomas O+VDOII. Church Choir The Choir of St. James Mar Thoma Church continues to be an integral part of the worship life of the parish, supporting the Vicar in regular and special services throughout the year. With a strength of 37 members-17 men and 20 women-the Choir is registered under the Department of Sacred Music and Communication IDSMC). Weekly practices are held on Sundays, and attendance is maintained as per DSMC guidelines. Mr. Ali Chacko was elected as the Diocesan Choir Leader and led practices and performances for Diocesan events, including the MarThoma Meet. The Church Choir performed at the Diocesan Carol A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Service in Tamworth on January 4, presenting one song each in English and Malayalam. On Choir Sunday, held June 2, 2024. members actively assisted in the service. using a special DSMC liturgy. The Christmas Carol Service, held on December 15 at New Eltham. featured six new carols three in English and three in Malayalam. The event also had a Junior Choir performance with two carols. The annual "Christmas Bells" program was held on December 22. encouraging participation from all prayer groups and church bodies through musical presentations. The Choir maintained an active digital presence via its dedicated website and YouTube, releasing nine new songs-eight from the Carol Service and one tribute song in remembrance of former Choir Member Mr. Linoy Cherian. The Choir participated in two online competitions-Heavenly Harmonies (Season 11 and VMKD Canticles-earning the title of First Runner-up in the former and winning an award for best social media engagement. The members are grateful for the God-given opportunity to sing His praises and remain committed to enhancing the worship experience through mus1C. CHts The following members served as office bearers for the year 2024-25- Choir Leader Joint Choir Leader Choir Secretary Mr. Ali Chacko Mr. Vishak Kurien Pattassery Mr. Jibin P Rajan Treasurer Junior Choir Leader Auditors Mr. Jikku Thomas Mrs Sayona Ann Alex Mrs Shanty Thomas Miss Ruth Thomas Suvishesha Sevika Sangham St. James parish is blessed with a vibrant Sevika Sangham that takes an active role in the spiritual life of the parish. Sevika Sangham members offered great mental and physical support for the family members of parish members in their sickness and in bereavement. St James Mar Thoma Church Sevika Sangham meets on first Sunday of every month immediately after the church service. Our Sevika Sangham members participate in online chain prayers organised on every alternate Fridays, held from 5:30 AM in the morning till 11.'OO PM. These chain prayers have been a blessing to our members who has participated and the wider community who has requested. The other alternate Fridays are observed as fasting prayer days. The Sevika Sangham led the online bible study, jointly with the Edavaka Mission, on first and third Wednesday of every month. This bible study is led by our Vicar and is open to all the members of the church. Sevika Sangham played an active role in organising and preparing a wide variety of food for our th Harvest Festival, held on the 7 of September 2024. Our Parish celebrated the Sevika Sangham day on 8 of September 2024. Our members assisted and helped to lead the service for the Sunday Holy Qurbana. Our member Mrs Mini Philip delivered the sermon on the day. On Sevika Sangham initiative, Onam was celebrated with a festive -Onam Sadhya" on Isth September 2024 after the Holy Communion service. During this year, our Sevika Sangham heartly contributed towards various charity purposes. Sevika Sangham invited applications for all those who are in need of Education and Medical aid. From the applications received, the sub-committee appointed by the General Body selected the most deserving candidates. Sevika Sangham provided an Education Aid of INR I,00,OOO/- each to two students and medical aid of INR 50,IXJO each to 2 women from the shortlisted applications The following members served as office bearers for the year 2024- 25: Vice President Secretary Joint Secretary Mrs Gracy George Mrs. Shanty Thomas Mrs Shirley Linoy Treasurer Auditor Mrs. Sheena John Mrs Shiny Alex A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Edavaka Mi55ion Every Marthomites has the responsibility to implant faith in God in the hearts of our fellow beings. One of the highest goals in our lifetime is to understand more about God and show him to others. Evangelization is spreading the gospel and Strengthening others with the word of God. All of us are preparing our minds for the second coming of our saviourjesus Christ. We need to engage our hearts in prayer to renew our relationship with God. This past year Edavaka mission was very active under the leadership of our Vicar Rev. Solu M Thomas and we organized various activities throughout the year. Church Meetings: Sunday meetings held mostly on 3rd Sundays after service. Wednesday evening online Prayer: Online evening prayer and Bible study conducted with Sevika Sangham twice a month. Led by our Vicar. these sessions were spiritually enriching. Intercessory Prayer- Held every Sunday from 9-45-10-15 AM led by Mr. Shabu Varughese with singing, psalm reading, and prayer. House Visits: Visited several senior church members at their homes this year. Edavaka mission Sunday (Oct 27, 2024): Guided by Rev. Solu M Thomas Achen, members led the service. They also provided refreshments. Parish Convention {Nov 8-9, 2024): Edavaka mission took charge of planning and hosting led by Rev. Johnson M John {Vicar of Switzerland & Germany). Notable Visitors: Welcomed Rev. Byju Thomas. Rev. P T Jacob. and Evangelist Br. Joy Pullad. Membership Drive: Successfully increased membership of Edavaka mission to 101 members. The following members served as office bearers for the year 2024- 25. Vice President Mr. Varughese Mathew Treasurer Mr. Alex P Sam Mr James Malayil Varughese Mr Cherian Koshy Secretary Auditor Area Prayer Groups The Parish is currently made up of various prayer groups. Regular prayer meetings were held at Bury St. Edmunds. East London. Ipswich, Kent. South East London and South London. Each prayer groups met regularly for Bible study. praise and intercessory prayers. Each prayer group has an elected prayer leader to assist the Vicar with the arrangements. The area prayers are a source of strength and enrichment to the lives of members both children and adults. The prayer groups also play a part in assisting with our worship services. Each elected prayer group leader has played a vital role in keeping the families informed and also supporting the lay leaders for Church assistance. Praye groups also have elected treasurers to manage the offertory and any other special collections groups may decide. fi1H0￿4 Diocese Representation The parish members actively participated in the centre and diocesan meetings organized by the U Europe-Africa Diocese of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church and its organisations. This included the Diocesan Sevika Sangham Conference, Diocesan Youth Conference, World Sunday School Day Programme. Diocesan Christmas Carol Seplice. Edavaka mission Intercessory Prayer. and the Mar Thoma Meet. ONOOII. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Our members also took up leadership roles within the Diocese. Mr. Cyril Abraham John served as the Zonal Auditor, Mr. Aji Chacko served as the Diocesan Choir Leader. and Mrs. Susan Mathew served as the Diocesan Sunday School Treasurer for the financial year 2024-25. Additionally, Mr. Noble Mathew served as a member of the Diocesan Constitution Drafting Committee. Church Website & New51etter The official website of the parish is www.marthomachurch.or -uk. The website continued to be regularly updated. It has been a source of infomiation for both our members. new members and to others around the world. The Church Newsletter is published weekly and distributed via email to members of the Parish. The Newsletter comprises the church programme calendar for each month and other information such as Sunday worship timings. Sunday lectionary. prayer schedules. special events. achievements by the parishioners. financial updates etc. Visiting Bishops. Clergies and Evangelists During the report year. following Bishops and Clergies visited our parish Rt. Rev PD DrJoseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa Rev Byju Thomas Rev PTJacob WNR Two Rev Subin Mathew Parayil Rev Stanley Mathew John RevThomas Joseph Rev Johnson M John Rev Alexander M Isaac Rev David Israel, CSI (UTC. Bangalore) Evangelist Joy Pullad His Grace The Most Rev. Dr. Theodosius Mar Thoma Metropolitan. Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Suffragan Metropolitan, Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Barnabas Suffragan Metropolitan, Rt. Rev. Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa and Rt. Rev PD Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa visited our parsonage and church in connection with the inauguration of the Diocese of UK, Europe and Africa. We would like to extend our gratitude to all the Bishops and Vicars and their parishes for the support. Acknowledgements The Executive Committee would like to place on record the grateful leadership, guidance and support of His Grace The Most Rev. Dr. Theodosius Mar Thoma Metropolitan and our Diocesan Bishop Rt. Rev. Drjoseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa. We also respectfully thank His Majestys Government and the London Borough of Greenwich for all their asslstance during the reporting year. We acknowledge the dedication and sincere sep4ices of the entire Executive Committee; from the leadership and guidance of our Vice President. the tireless and meritorious work of the Treasurer and Accountant, Lay leaders, internal auditors. convenors of the various programmes, office bearers of organisations, all the area prayer group leaders and all our family members and well-wishers who have supported the parish through their prayers and generous contributions and wholehearted support during the year. We are also grateful to all Sevika Sangham Area prayer group leaders and A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX families, who volunteer regularly to provide refreshments on Sundays after church service and on special occasions. We affectionately remember with gratitude all our former and present Bishops. Vicars and their families. parish members and well-wishers. Let us thank and pray to our Lord Almighty for their services, able leadership and guidance, for their untiring work and contributions rendered for the growth of our Parish to thi5 day. Conclusion We thank our God Almighty for the abundant mercies and provisions throughout this year, especially, during this unprecedented political and economic turmoil In the midst of our limitations, His bountiful blessing5 protected, preserved and strengthened us to be Hi5 Wltnesses. Our membership is constantly increasing and many within our community enjoy the love, fellowship and services provided by our Parish. New members attending our service need wholehearted support, guidance and fellowship. As a parish we need to set our priorities so that we can support ourcommunity. For the year under review, we conducted our regular worship services, prayer meetings, studv sessions, and special events and activities. The parish has experienced God's enduring presence and Grace. God Almighty has provided us timely spiritual leadership through the Bishops, Clergies, and other lay leaders. We have also extended possible support to the sick. needy, and marginalized people. Let us rededicate ourselves to continue the mission and ministry of God Almighty through reflecting Christ's character of humility, love, integrity, generosity, and servant hood. The church is the community where individuals get support, guidance. skills. encouragement. and motivation to transform not only their own lives, but also assist others who are in need of meaning and wholeness. May the Almighty God continue to bless our parish and make all our efforts for His glory and extension of His Kingdom. Let us be the torch bearers of faith, "light to the generations and salt of the earth" and move forward with the motto of the Mar Thoma Church, 'Lighted to Lighten.. For and on behalf of the Executive Committee / Charity Trustees. Mr. lju Thomas (Hon. Secretary) th Read & Passed on the General Body held on 08 June 2025. Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas {Vicar & President) IONDOW. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Report of the Independent Examiner to the Trustees of the charity on the accounts for the period ended 31" of March 2025. I report on the financial statements of the charity for the period ended 31" of March 2025 which have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and with the Financial Reporting Standard 102 (effective January 2015) adapted to meet the needs of unincorporated organisation5, as modified by the Statement of Recommended Practice for Accounting and Reporting issued by the Charity Commission for England & Wales. effective January 2015 IThe SORPI. under the historical cost convention and the accounting policies set out on page 24. Respertive responsibilities of Trustees and Independent Examiner As described on Trustee's report, the charity'sTrustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Trustees consider that the audit requirement of Section 14411) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) does not apply. and that there is no requirement in the governing documents of the charity for the conducting of an audit. As a consequence, the Trustees have elected that the financial statements be subject to independent examination. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under any legal provision, or otherwise. and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to-_ al examine the accounts under settion 145 of the Att- bl follow the procedures in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145151{bl of the Act,. and; cl State whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Examiner's Statement and scope of work undertaken I conducted my examination in accordance with the General Directions issued by the Charity Commission for England & Wales. under section 145{51{b} of the Act. setting out the duties of an Independent Examiner in relation to the conducting of an Independent Examination. An Independent Examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and of the accounting systems employed by the charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements, and seeking explanations from you. as Trustees. concerning such matters. The purpose of the examination is to establish as far as possible that there have been no breaches of charity legislation and that the financial statements comply with the 50RP, on a test basis, of evidence relevant to the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and information supplied by the Trustees in the course of the examination is not subjected to audit tests or enquiries, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the financial statements, and in particular, l expres5 no opinion as to whether the financial statements give a true and fair view of the affairs of the charity. and my report is limited to the matters set out in the statement below. I planned and performed my examination so as to satisfy myself that the objectives of the Independent Examination are achieved and before finalising the report l obtained written assurances from the Trustees of all material matters. Independent Examiner's Statement, Report and Opinion Subject to the limitations upon the scope of my work as detailed above, in connection with my examination, I can confirm that This is a report in respect of an examination carried out under section 145 of the Act and in accordance with any direttions given by the Commission under subsection15llbl of that section which are applicable- and that no matter has come to my attention in connection with my examination which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirement5 to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charitie5 Act 2011; when preparing accounts on an accruals basis under s132 of the Charities Act 2011, to prepare financial statements which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Act and the 2015 Regulations setting out the form and content of charity accounts: that the financial statements be prepared in accordance with the methods and principles Set out in the Statement of Recommended Practice- Accounting and Reporting by Charities (effective January 20151 I have no concerns and in my opinion not come across any matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in my report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Jitender Kaur FCA ICAEW Member- 2266283 Faith House, Main Street Little Stretton LE2 2FS A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Independent Examinerfs Report on the Accounts {Internal) Report to the Trustees Imembers of 5t Jame5 Mar Thoma Church UK {Charity No. 10592101 on the accounts for the year ended 31st March 2025, which are set out on pages 21 to 35 Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiners. The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 Ithe Act). The charitws trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Act and an independent examination is needed. It is our responsibility to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, to follow the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission lunder section 145{51 Ibl of the Act, and to state whether particular matters have come to our attention. Basis of independent examiners, Statement Our examination was carried out in accordance with the general Dirertion given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It a150 includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the 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 fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent exarniners. statement In connection with our examination, no material matters have come to our attention which gives us cause to believe that in, any material respect: - the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act- or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records,. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. We have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connettion with the examination to which attention should be drawn in thi5 report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mr. Mathews John (Hon. Independent Examiner) NIAR7410 Mr. James Malayil Varghese (Hon. Independent Examiner) *ooN-U A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Statement of Financial Activities for 2024-25 Notes Unrestricted Restricted Fund Fund Actual 2024-25 Budget 2024-25 Actual 2023-24 Income Stewardship Tax Refund 88.191 88,191 90,CM)O 81,401 49,071 49,071 25,iXJO 43,938 General Offertory General Offertory- Thanksgiving Specffic Offertory and Collections Harvest Festival 3a 65.361 65.361 60.WO 63.223 5.828 5,828 3,000 3,000 3b 4,552 4,552 6,000 7,389 26.487 2.850 29.337 25.000 28.500 Christmas Carol Rounds 11,400 11,4CKI 1S,000 9,850 MTC Enhancernent Fund 4,IK)O 4,0(X) 100,(X)O MTC Additional Principal Repayment Fund 10. Insurance Claim 2.680 2.680 24,000 3,260 18,900 11. Donations 322 4,(X)O 5,998 12. Special Event Donations 13. Diocesan Contribution Collection 3c 11.( 11,068 10,CM)O 5,658 6.551 6,551 9,590 6,035 14. MTC Hir8 of Hall and GroLJnds 20 15,488 15,488 15,(X)O 14,355 15. Bank Interest 250 939 16. Churd) Organisation Collections 17. Diocesan Contra Collection5 8,549 8,549 4,698 3.450 3.450 1.250 18. Charitable Donation Collections 18a 19 14.735 14,735 2S,000 12,649 19. Church Fellowship Fund 16,631 16,631 15,(X)O 12,486 Total Income 272,382 65,825 338,206 426,840 323,529 IONDOW. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Notes Unrestricted Restricted Fund Fund Actual 2024-25 Budget 2024-25 Actual 2023-24 Direct Charitable Expenditure Salary, Tax and National Insurance Provident and Pension Fund 17 31.641 31.641 34,500 750 28,934 675 689 Guest Expenses Motor and Travel 995 995 1.000 5,000 1,500 9,000 3,000 4,000 980 10 10 2,950 2,950 867 2,650 1,270 5,388 2,244 1,257 1,000 890 Motor Insurance Accommodation and Utility Church Building & Contents Insurance Visiting Clergy New Vicarfs Relocation Iwinterl Allowance 10. New Vicarfs Driving L￿ense 11. DI0￿$an Contribution 5,200 1,617 1.625 5,200 1,617 1,625 2,640 6.551 4,552 2,850 5,828 9,190 4.552 3.690 9,190 6,000 3,500 3,000 250 9,190 7,389 5,280 3,000 101 12. Specific Offertory and Coll8ctions 13. Harvest Festival Expenses and Grants 14. Thanksgiving Offertory as Maintenance Reserve Fund 15. Printing. postage and Stationary 16. Special Events, Parish Day I Convention 17. Prowsion for Vicars Transfer Cost Ilncluding Relocation Alovrance &Drivers Licensel 18. Church Organisabon Grants 19. Ecumenical Membership 20. Sundry Expenses 21. Altar Expense 22. Carol Rounds ExPen￿S 23. Bank Charges 24. Family I Clergy Conference 25. MTC Maintenance Charges 26. Bank Loan Repayment & Interesl (Fixed E.M.l) 27. MTC Additional Piincipal Repaytnent 28. MTC Enhancement 3b 5,828 196 196 3d 14 20,092 16,IK)O 20,092 16.000 10,000 16,000 10,337 12,063 3.500 3.500 400 3.500 400 3.500 400 363 363 500 125 275 275 500 145 1,755 876 1,755 876 1,500 1.500 1,000 30,000 1,358 1.435 120 40 40 21,756 21.756 28,057 11 47,985 47,985 2,680 79,572 50,000 86,575 3,260 2,680 IIAR T40 1CM),000 29. Church Organisation Payments 30. Diocesan Contra PayTnents 31. Professional Fees 8,549 3.450 8,549 3.450 1,650 256 4,698 1.250 14,873 395 5,000 2,000 25,000 15,000 32. IT Infrastructure 256 33. Charitable Donation Payments 34. Church Fellowship Expenses 18b 19 14,735 16,631 14.735 12,649 12,486 16,631 Total Expenditure 164.210 65.825 230.034 422.162 263.974 Excess of Income over Expenditure Less: Depreciation Net Surplus 108.172 55.069 108,172 4,678 59.555 12 55,069 51,438 15 53.103 53,103 8,117 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

L¢Jt41Eg St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltharn, SE9 2EX Balance Sheet As At 31st March 2025 Notes 2025 2024 FIXED ASSETS Tangible Fixed Assets 12 2,356,693 2,379,856 CURRENT ASs￿s Cash at Bank- General 98,223 10,668 76,124 10.668 Cash at Bank- Building Fund 15 108,891 86,792 LESS: CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditors & Accruals 13 147,933 137,441 NET CURRENT LIABILITIES -39,042 2,317,652 -50,648 2,329,208 Less: Bank loan (Kingdom Bank) Less: Provision for Vicar's transfer cost li 646.690 26,000 730,608 10,000 14 NET ASSETS 1,644,962 1,588,600 Represented by . Unrestricted General Funds 15 711,665 930,263 655,302 930,263 Building Fund Restricted Social Emergency Fund 15 15 3.035 3,035 1,644,962 1,588,600 th The financial statements were passed by the Board Trustees on 16 May, 2025 and were signed on its behalf by: J s L•v¥4 ev. Soju M. Thomas IVicar/Presidentl Mr. Ashok Thomas (Hon. Trustee) Mr. Ajex John Hon. Trustee) Read&P th ssed on the General Body held on 08 June 2025 ev. SOJ￿ Mathai Thomas {Vlcar & President) IONDOW. A parish of The MarThorna Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Member of the Churches Together in Britain & Ireland Regisiered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX l. Accounting Policies Basis of accounting These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognized at cost or transaction value unless Otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these financial statements. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice- Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 issued on 16 July 2014 and with the Charities Act 2011. b. Recognition of income Income included in the Statement of Financial Activities {SOFAI when: the charity becomes entitled to the resources- - the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability . Tangible fixed assets for use by charity These are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year and are valued at cost. Depreciation is provided on the following rates. Freehold property 2% on cost Fixtures and fittings 20% on reducing balance Computer and other equipment 25% on reducing balance Car IO% on straight-line basis d. Tax reclaims on donations and gifts Gift aid receivable is included in income when there is a valid declaration from the donor. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 2. Stewardship Stewardship consists of voluntary contribution. 176 families made such contributions during the year 3a. General Offertory General 2025 2024 Church Service Birthday. Wedding Anniversary Baptism (Offertory & Donations) Marriage {Offertory & Donations) Parish Day XThanksgiving Sunday Family Sunday Tithe Students Thanksgiving Service House Dedication Service Total 28,857 15.809 907 31,033 12,962 215 1,500 6,030 9,593 1,610 280 7,985 io,iii 1,482 210 65,361 63,223 3b. Specific Offertory Specific Offertory and Collections 2025 2024 General Offertory .'Suvishesha Nidhi Collection Specific Offertory Collection . Vaidika Seminary Specific Offertory Collection = Metropolitan Fund Specific Offertory Collection Choir Sunday Specific Offertory Collection . Mission Sunday Specific Offertory Collection . Education Sunday Specific Offertory Collection World Sunday School Day Specific Offertory Collection - Voluntary Evangelist Day Specific Offertory Collection . Bible Sunday Specific Offertory Collection Outside Kerala Mission Specific Offertory Collection . Medical Mission Sunday Specific Offertory Collection Clergy Medical Aid 13 Sundays Collettion Specific Offertory Collection . Youth Sunday Specific Offertory Collection Self Denial Specific Offertory Collection :Recessa Specific Offertory Collection Good Friday Specific Offertory Collection :Sevika Sangham Day Total 4,552 Offertories and other collections made specifically during various church services will be disbursed as required. 159 229 325 137 131 116 127 115 98 iii 225 194 168 1,974 231 3,524 574 801 284 loo 153 83 136 210 78 iii iii 130 iii 1,382 168 2,035 507 IONDOW. 460 7,389 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 3c. Special Event Donations Event Donations 2025 2024 Passion Week Episcopal Visit Thanksgiving Sunday First Holy Communion Parish Picnic Zonal Mar Thoma Meet l Diocesan Inauguration Carol Service Parish Day Christma5 Bells Family Retreat Total 480 2,710 2.958 4,350 3.630 645 350 570 1.033 5.658 11.068 FIHOM4 3d. Special Event Expenses LoNDO*" Event Expenses Passion Week Episcopal Visit Thanksgiving Sunday First Holy Communion Parish Picnic Zonal Mar Thoma Meet l Diocesan Inauguration Parish Day & Convention Carol Service Christma5 Bells Family Retreat- 2024 & 2025 Total 2025 900 798 768 2,676 2,790 7.121 1,549 1,015 600 1,875 20,092 2024 780 1,470 3,649 1.500 1,245 910 480 303 10,337 4. Harvest Festival 2025 9,040 7,429 12,548 320 2024 8.020 5,960 10,665 2,805 1,050 28,500 2,580 2.700 23,220 Sale Of Tickets Auctions Food and Games Stalls Donations Donations from previous year Total Restricted Fund Less: Expenses Surplus 29,337 2,850 840 25,647 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 5. Diocese / Sabha Office Due5 Diocesan Dues Nithyachilavu Zonal Fund Episcopal Travel Zonal Day Collection Offertory Salary Adjustment Fund Higher education Scholarship Ecumenical Subscription Fees Total 2025 1.490 2,980 745 2,235 250 2024 1,490 2,980 745 2,235 250 1.490 400 1.490 4C(J 9.590 9,590 7. Accommodation Expenses 2025 2,018 2.347 125 180 2024 2,467 2,217 188 158 Lighting & Heating Council Tax & Water Rates Telephone & Internet Television Licence Repairs and Sundry Household Items Total 530 358 5.200 5,388 8. Mar Thoma Centre Expenses 2025 1,608 4,401 2,482 235 8,289 2024 2.416 3,341 2,533 415 7,986 12,415 Rates and Water Light and Heat Cleaning Premises Licence Ground Maintenance Building Works Ilnsurance relatedl Building Maintenance Waste Collection Gardening Sundry Total Expenses Utilities Refund Total 3,487 812 773 87 21,756 30,00 1,951 28,057 21,756 9. Church Grant for Church Organisations 2025 500 2024 500 VBS Sunday School Sevika Sangham 500 500 500 SL A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Youth League Choir 1,000 500 I,c(Jo 5C(J Edavaka Mission 500 500 Total 3,500 3,500 10. Motor and Travel Expenses 2025 2024 Public Transport Fuel Charges & Parking Motor Repairs Tax & Toll Charges Total Motor and Travel Motor Insurance 50 2(KJ 1,901 631 1,331 794 368 326 2,950 867 2,650 1.270 3,921 Total Motor Expenses Refund 3,817 Total 3,817 3,921 GHURcfy 11. Bank Loan Repayment & Interest This relates to loan received from Kingdom Bank and is secured on the Freehold Property Kingdom Bank at Gospel Partner Prime Discounted Rate of 6.2% {for five years). The new rate of interest from April 2025 is 6.05%. Lumpsum repayments of £3.260 (received from members towards MTC Additional Principal Repayment in 2023-241 and £49,071.45 (received as Gift Aid for 2023-24, paid as per GB decision of 2 June 2024) was made along with existing monthly instalments of £6,631. A further sum of £3.0401£2,680 received from members towards MTC Additional Principal Repayment in 2024-25 and £360 released from non-utilised accrual for building architect), has been set aside to be paid towards the outstanding principal. 2025 2024 72,175 14,400 86,575 22 Interest Paid - BOI Interest Paid - Kingdom Bank Total Interest Capital Repaid - BOI Capital Repaid - Kingdom Bank Additional Capital Repaid (Gift Aid) - Kingdom Bank Additional Capital Repaid (Members) - Kingdom Bank Total Capital Repaid Total Paid Mortgage Outstanding- 31 March 47,985 47,985 31.587 49.071 3,260 5,882 43,938 83,918 131,903 726.262 49,842 136,417 810.180 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 12.Fixed Assets Freehold Property Fixtures & Motor Vehicle Fittings Computer & Office Equipment Total Cost At l April 2024 Additions 2,458,443 156,568 30.760 12,641 6,048 2,633.700 1.147 31.907 At 31st March 2025 2,458,443 187,328 12,641 7,195 2,665,607 Depreciation At l April 2024 Charge for the Year At 31st March 2025 144,592 36,169 180.761 101,064 17,253 118.317 2,528 1.264 3.792 5,660 384 253,844 55.069 308,914 Net Book Value At 31st March 2025 At 31st March 2024 2,277,682 2,313,851 69.011 55,504 8.849 10,113 1,151 2,356,693 388 2,379,856 Included in cost of Freehold land and building is freehold land of £650,000 which is not depreciated Included in the additions to Fixtures & Fittings are Church Blinds at £28.582 13. Creditors & Accruals 2025 2024 Restricted Funds General Accruals MTC Building Project Accruals Bank Loan Repayable within 12 Months 60,021 8,340 51,119 6,390 360 79,572 79,572 147,933 137,441 Included in the Restricted fund above is the remaining legacy amount £4,133 of the total amount received from the estate of a Late member of the parish and this amount will be disbursed in accordance with his wishes. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 14. Provision For Vicar's Transfer Cost 2025 2024 Brought forward at 1st April 10,000 8.000 Visa application expense - 2023 189 Travel Arrangements for outgoing Achen 831 Severance Bonus for outgoing Achen 7,402 Travel Arrangements for incoming Achen 1.642 Total expended as at 31 March 10,063 Funds remaining 10,000 -2.063 Provision for the year 16,000 10,000 Total Charge for the year 16,000 12,063 Carried forward at 31 March 26,000 10,000 This is to provide for the travel. settlement and other related costs of the vicar and family, on their transfer to and from this parish. 15. Movements in Funds General Fund MTC Social Building Emergency Fund Fund Total Unrestricted At l April 2024 Net Surplus for the Year 655.302 53,103 930.263 Accrued Mar Thoma Centre Principal Repayment Fund 3,260 As at 31 March 2025 711.665 711,665 As at 31 March 2025 Less expended this year Less expended previous years12018.2019.2020. 2021, 20221 930,263 930,263 919.595 Held at Building Fund Bank Account 10,668 Restricted At l April 2024 New Funds received in the Year Distributed in the year As at 31 March 2025 3,035 3.035 3,035 1,644.9643 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 15a. Social Emergency Fund: This is a Fund for helping disadvantaged individuals affected by natural disasters, war or factors outside of their control and the collection consists of voluntary contributions from members. The balance is held for future distributions and new contributions will be added to this Fund. 16.Analysis of Net Assets between Funds Unrestrirted (£) Restricted (£} Total (£) Tangible Fixed Assets Current Assets 2.356.693 105,856 -173,933 -646,690 1,641.927 2,356,693 108,891 -173,933 -646,690 1,644,962 3,035 Current Liabilities Long Term Liabilities and Provisions Assets 3,035 17. Trustees Remuneration and Expenses The vicar who served the parish during the year was remunerated in accordance with the terms agreed prior to the appointment. The charge in the accounts include net monthly stipend to the vicar of £2,213.00 thereafter, tax and national insurance contributions on the stipend and on the value of taxable benefits in kind. The vicar who also acts as manager of the Mar Thoma Centre is provided with accommodation and all expenses incurred on pastoral and management duties were reimbursed to him. Except for the above, no remuneration, either directly or indirectly, out of the fund of the church was paid or payable for the year. to any trustee nor to any person or persons known to be connected with any trustees. No expenses were reimbursed to trustees for carrying out their duties during the year. A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 18. 18a. Charitable Donation Collections 2025 200 2024 6.488 House Building Support for Evangelist V. J. Joseph - Ranni Mar Thoma Evangelist Aid Educational & Medical Aid 4,125 2,500 215 3,165 2,750 246 Wings 2 Dreams Educational Support for student at ￿1 Wayanad Aid Home Shelter Projects Bexley Food Bank Greenwich Mayor Charity Total 1.700 5.165 830 14,735 12,649 18b. Charitable Donation Payments from Collections 2025 200 2024 3,412 House Building Support for Evangelist V. J. Joseph - Ranni Mar Thoma Evangelist Aid15 benef iciaries} Educational & Medical Aid110 beneficiaries} Wings 2 Dreams13 beneficiaries) Educational Support for student at ￿1 Wayanad Aid Home Shelter Projects (2 beneficiaries) Bexley Food Bank Greenwich Mayor Charity Total 4.125 2.500 215 3,116 2,403 246 1.700 5,163 416 14,320 9,177 18c. Charitable Donation Payments from Accruals 2025 2.216 4.543 49 2024 3,670 House Building Support for Evangelist V. J. Joseph - Ranni Mar Thoma Evangelist Aid (5 beneficiaries} Educational & Medical Aid (10 beneficiaries} Wings 2 Dreams13 beneficiaries) Educational Support for student at TTI Wayanad Aid Home Shelter Projects12 beneficiaries) Bexley Food Bank Greenwich Mayor Charity Total 145 Iop4DOW' 500 7,453 3,670 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 18d. Restricted Charitable Donations Accrued 2025 2024 3,076 House Building Support for Evangelist V. J. Joseph - Ranni Mar Thoma Evangelist Aid Educational Aid & Medical Aid 49 Wings 2 Dreams Educational Support for student at ￿1 Wayanad Aid Home Shelter Projects Bexley Food Bank Greenwich Mayor Charity Total 347 414 415 3,472 19. Church Fellowship Fund 2025 2024 Income Collection 16,631 12,486 371 Accrued from previous year Total Fellowship Lunch Expenses Fund at hand 17,002 12,486 13,072 12.115 3,930 371 20. MTC Hire of Hall and Grounds 2025 2024 1.188 1,035 12,440 8,560 1,860 4,760 15,488 14,355 Car Park Football Pitch Hall Hire Total A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 21. Restricted Funds 2024 2025 General Restricted Movement General Restricted 3,470 3,470 Sports Facility Fund Specific Charity Initiative Fund Self Denial Collection Fund Late Mr P T George Charity Fund Harvest Festival General Charity Project Fund House Building Support for Evangelist V. J. Joseph - Ranni Mar Thoma Evangelists Support Fund Bexley Food Bank Greenwich Mayor Fund Educational Aid & Medical Aid Wings to Dreams Fellowship Fund Home Shelter Projects Maintenance Reserve Fund (Thanksgiving Offertory) Mar Thoma Centre Principal Repayment Fund Recessa Collection 13 Sunday &Suvishesha Nidhi Collection Good Friday Collection PIID Accruals External Examiner Fees Pension Fund 12,129 12,129 2,035 4,133 6,802 2,035 4,133 3,952 2,216 4,543 654 500 49 347 371 2,850 -2,216 -4,543 414 .500 -49 -145 3,559 1,068 202 3,930 9.647 3.620 1.595 6.921 801 5,828 -580 15.475 3,040 2,102 8,303 801 507 1,382 1.762 1.762 1,500 1,608 8.340 1,500 450 1,158 6.390 Total 51.479 10.492 60.021 Read & Passed on the General Body held on 08 June 2025. Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Ivicar & President) IONDOW" A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX AUDITED ACCOUNTS OF CHURCH ORGANISATIONS Please note that the audited account statements of all organisations are included for informational purposes only. These accounts have been audited by the internal auditors of the respective organisations and have been presented to and approved by their respertive general bodies. IoNDoiI' A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX St James MarThoma Church UK- Edavaka Mission Statement of Accounts for the Year Ended 31st March 2025 Income 2025 2024 l. Grant from Church 2. Offertory 3. RegistrationlDonations 4. Europe trip Total Income 500.00 500.00 16.00 1,040.00 7.350.00 8,906.00 481.49 981.49 Expenses l. Sent Off Gift 2. Stationary Expenses IR/Book and Stamp) 3. Fellowship Meals 4. Europe trip (paid to Mantra Holidays) Total Income Excess of Income over Expenditure 2025 2024 250.00 21.49 330.00 298.80 7,350.00 7,680.00 1,226.00 570.29 2025 2024 Opening Balance as at 1st April Total Income Total Expense Closing Balance as on 31st March 963.08 551.88 8,906.00 -7.680.00 2.189.08 981.49 570.29 963.08 th Accounts presented and approved in General Body held on Sunday, 18 May 2025 at St James Mar Thoma Church UK, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Sd Vicar/President- Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Sd Trustee - Mr. James Malayil Varghese 1HOp44 Sd Auditor- Mr. Cherian Koshy IONDOIX" A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX St James Mar Thoma Church Youth Fellowship Statement of Accounts for the Year Ended 31st March 2025 Income l. Badminton Tournament 2. Christmas Decoration 3. Church Grant 4. Donations 5. Harvest Festival 6. Membership Fee 2024/2025 7. Membership Fee 202512026 8. Yeldho Lent Collection 9. Youth Conference Fee 10. Youth Sunday Offertory 11. ° Cancelled Cheque - Zonal Youth Conference Share 2023-24 12. ° Cancelled Cheque - Zonal Youth Membership Fee 2023-24 13. Cancelled Cheque - Youth Sunday Offertory- 2023-24 Total Income 2025 1.200.00 2024 Budget i.000.00 205.00 i.000.00 340.00 795.00 1,000.00 340.00 10.00 i.000.00 loo.00 25.00 650.00 420.00 500.00 950.00 410.00 168.00 710.00 231.12 300.00 51.00 231.12 6.120.12 2.916.12 2.600.00 Expense l. Badminton Tournament 2. Christmas Decoration 3. Church Sky Blinds Project Donation 4. Gift/ Token 5. Harvest Festival 6. Sunday Refreshments 7. Shaka Registration 2024/2025 8. Shaka Registration 202512026 9. Sundry 10. Yeldho Lent Donation 2023/2024 11. Yeldho Lent Donation 2024/2025 Total Expense 2025 {682.00} 2024 Budget {I,000.00) (212.501 {2,500.00} {20.99} (1,045.63) {400.00} {83.131 {413.331 {330.001 {94.271 1200.00) 1250.00) 1400.00) {94.231 iioo.00) 17.95} 1200.00) {710.00} 1710.001 {950.00} 1500.00) (6,410.80) 11,133.23) {3,360.00) •ooN-u* . A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX 2025 7.105.19 6,120.12 6,410.80 6,814.51 2024 5,494.76 4,051.12 - 2,440.69 7,105.19 Opening Balance Income Expense Closing Balance Cash in bank Cheque Awaiting to clear Cash and Bank Balance- Closing Balance 6,814.51 8,162.55 1,057.36 7,105.19 6,814.51 Restricted Yeldho Lent Donation 23-24 Youth Sunday Offertory 23-24 Youth Sunday Offertory 24-25 Youth Conference Fee 24-25 Badminton Excess 24-25 Total Reserve 710.00 231.12 168.00 410.00 518.00 1.327.12 710.00 Available Balance Total Available Balance 5.487.39 6,395.19 Accounts presented and approved in General Body held on Sunday, 27th April 2025 at St James Mar Thoma Church UK, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Sd Vicar/President- Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Sd Trustee- Mr 53nu Sam Samuel Sd Auditor- Mrs Anisha Mary Varughese Sd Auditor- Mi55 Hannah Thomas A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX St James Mar Thoma Church Sunday School Statement of Accounts for the Year Ended 31st March 2025 INCOME 2025 £1,000.00 2024 £1,000.00 Budget £1,000.00 l. Grant From Church - Sunday School1S00) +VBS {500) 3. Student CollectionlDonation 4. World Sunday School Day 5. SS Offertory Collection 6. VBS Registration/Donation/Offertory 7. SS Food Sale 8. DBS 9. Christmas Shoebox Appeal 10. St Peters WSSD 11. Talent Fest Total Income £1,466.00 £870.00 £662.28 £5,376.06 £2,068.00 £33.96 £37.00 £73.78 £1,137.46 £1,595.C £702.00 £2,918.50 £1,755.C(J £247.50 £1,150.00 £1,000.00 £700.00 £2,740.00 £1,500.00 £250.00 £11,587.08 £9,355.46 £8,340.00 EXPENSES I. DBS 2. SS Expense/SS Food 3. WSSD Expenses 4. Stationary/Books 5. Stationary/Attendance Tracker 6. Annual SS Diocesan Contribution 7. Honorary Awards 8. Christmas Shoebox Appeal 9. VBS Expense/Offertory 10. Charity {Tibetan Border Mission) 11. Gifts (Father's Day/Mother's Day) 12. Farewell Gift {KKI 13. SS RetreatlGift for the leaders) 14. SS Xmas 24 15. Food sale Exp 16. Talent Fest £33.96 £484.99 £1,210.C £830.00 £247.50 £661.52 £2,276.69 £936.00 £250.00 £i,ioo.00 £1,500.00 £800.00 £27.86 £0.00 £150.00 £150.00 £746.60 £150.00 £900.00 £37.00 £37.00 £0.00 £5,427.47 £i,ioo.00 £62.39 £1,670.15 £819.70 £3,620.00 £700.00 IONDO￿. £270.73 £150.00 £350.00 £0.00 £59.99 £40.00 £126.00 Total Expense £9,561.80 £7,993.75 £9,370.00 Net Surplus/Deficit £2.025.28 £1,361.71 -£1.030.00 Balance brought forward from last year Balance carried forward to the year 2025-26 £5,104.72 £7,130.C(J £3,743.01 £5,104.72 £5,104.72 £4,074.72 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Accounts presented and approved in General Body held on Sunday, 27th April 2025 at St James Mar Thoma Church UK, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Sd Vicar/President - Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Sd Trustee - Mrs Susan Mathew Sd Auditor-mrs Simi Mathew A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX St James Mar Thoma Church Choir, UK Statement of Accounts for the Year Ended 31st March 2024 Income l. Choir membership fee 2. Choir Notation Books {Sing Along/DSMC) 3. Grant from church 4. Choir Equipment Sale 5. Charity 6. Audition expense 7. Video & Audio equipment purchase 8. Choir tablet Ilpadl 9. Choir Equipment (Piano) 10. Refreshment5 11. Christmas expenses 12. Choir Affiliation 13. Carol day dinner {or Choir Sunday) 14. Garshom Entry Fee 15. Video and audio editing expense 16. Christmas Bells 17. Zonal Choir practice refreshments 18. Other Expenses Donations 19. Baptism/Wedding {Donationl 20. Charity {Donationl 21. Others (Donation) 22. Non-budgeted Items 23. Retreat Gift Total 2025 200.00 2024 180.00 Budget 200.00 500.00 5C(J.00 500.00 50.00 150.00 282.00 400.00 410.00 144.00 10.00 180.00 300.00 130.00 200.00 250.00 500.00 1.660.00 1.676.00 1.750.00 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Expenses l. Choir membership fee 2. Choir Notation Books (Sing Along/DSMCI 3. Grant from church 4. Choir Equipment Sale 5. Charity 6. Audition expense 7. Video & Audio equipment purchase 8. Choir tablet Ilpadl 9. Choir Equipment (Piano) 10. Refreshments 11. Christmas expenses 12. Choir Affiliation 13. Carol day dinner lor Choir Sunday) 14. Garshom Entry Fee 15. Video and audio editing expense 16. Christmas Bells 17. Zonal Choir practice refreshments 18. Other Expenses Donations 19. Baptism/Wedding (Donation) 20. Charity IDonationl 21. Others {Donationl 22. Non-budgeted Items 23. Retreat Gift 2025 2024 Budget 173 300 300 49.64 95 300 282 iooo 549.66 246.02 228.83 234 io 375 150 io 302.5 350 50 loo 150 175 95.39 50 150 Total 1455.82 1843.22 2435.00 2025 2024 Excess of income over expenditure for the year Net balance carried forward from prior year 204.18 -167.22 2049.67 2216.89 Balance carried forward to next year 2253.85 2049.67 th Accounts presented and approved in General Body held on Sunday, 13 April 2025 at St James Mar Thoma Church UK, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Sd Vicar/President- Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Sd A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX Trustee-mr Jikku Thoma5 Sd Auditor- Miss Ruth Thomas Sd Auditor- Mrs Shanty Thomas WES MA4p A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX St James Mar Thoma Church Sevika Sangham UK Statement of Accounts for the Year Ended 31st March 2025 INCOME 2025 2024 Budget l. Grant from Parish 2. Yearly collection from members 3. Onam lunch 4. Sevika Sangham Day Offertory 5. Food Sale/Fund Raising 6. Retreat/Picnic 7. Offertory 8. Donation5 500 500 500 4.096 2,535 460 3.875 2,155 284 4,500 3,000 700 1.882 2,000 1.000 200 30 io 30 500 9. Diocesan Sevika Sangham meetings Total Income 480 1,610 8,464 2,000 14,400 9,983 EXPENSES 2025 2024 Budget l. Annual payments to Sevika Sangham Sabha Office 2. Sponsorship to Balika Bhavan, Elanthoor 3. Education/Medical/ Family Support/New home 4. Payment to Zonal Sevika Sangham Activities 5. Honorarium for guests 6. Onam Lunch 454.46 500 500 150 150 2,809.30 460 1,907.52 284 3,000 700 300 3.Crf)O 1.000 2,500 2,000 3,500 1.532 1.564 1.161.76 1.685.50 461.17 7. Church/Parsonage expenses 8. Refreshments/Stationeries/other Misc expenses 9. RetreatlPicnic 10. Diocesan Sevika Sangham meetings 11. Leaving gift to Remi kochamma 1,410.5 980 2,805.01 500 {5001 9.203.70 500 Total expenses 9.461.52 16.650.00 Net Surplus/Deficit for the year Balance BIF from the year 2023-24 Cash in Hand 119.15 Cash at Bank 14875.49 Balance C/F to the year 2025-26 Cash in hand 765.81 Cash at bank 521.48 739.70 14,994.60 15,734.30 15,516.10 14,994.60 'CoiDOII. 14750.31 A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or

Fh St. James Mar Thoma Church, UK 167, Avery Hill Road, New Eltham, SE9 2EX th Accounts presented and approved in General Body held on Sunday, 18 May 2025 at St James Mar Thoma Church UK, 167 Avery Hill Road, London SE9 2EX. Sd Vicar/President - Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas Sd Trustee-mrs Sheena John Sd Auditor- Mrs Shiny Alex End of Report- This whole document is presented before the General Body of the St James Mar Thoma Church, UK held on 08 June 2025 and was passed as mentioned in the minutes. Rev. Soju Mathai Thomas {Vicar & President) 08-06-2025 IONDOW" A parish of The MarThoma Syrian Church Member of the Churche5 Together in England Mernberof the Churche5 Together in Britain & Ireland Re8lStered Charity No. 1059210 www.marthomachurch.or