REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1068106 Mount Zion Apostolic Church Report of the Trustees and Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2023 REGISTERED CHARITY NUM8ER.' 1068106 MOUNT ZION APOSTOUC CHURCH Contents Page Information regarding Ihe Charity Report of the Trustees 2to5 Independent EKaminerfs Report Statement of Financial Activities Statement of Assets Notes to the Financial Statements 8t09 REGISTERED CHAAITY NUM8ER: 1068106 MOUNT ZI N APOSTOLIC CH RCH REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number 1068106 Principal address Churchfield Lane Bobbersmill Nottingham NG7 5Q5 Trustees The Trustees (all being members of the Church} who served from l January 2023 until the date this Report was approved are as follows.. Minister: Rev. Trevor Anderson Elected.. Lorna Frederick Charlyn John50n Barry Chambers Paulette Jefff ev Sean Deer (appointed 20 July 2023) Independent Examlnef Roy Harbv Lemans 29 Arboretum Street Nottingham NGI 4JA Bankers National Westminster Bank PLC Basford, Nottingham IA) 8r3nch 536 Valley Road Nottingham NG5 IFL REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1068106 MOUNT ZI N APOSTOUC CHUR ANNUAL R PORT TR STE OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY The overall ubiective of the Mount Zion Apostolic Church is set out in its constitution, which states that It operates for "The advancement of religion. specifically to expound the Gospel of Jesus Christ accordin8 to the Apostles, Doctrine" alon85ide all 5UPPOrting charitable activities that aro for the benefit of the residents of Nottingham and wider areas. as the Church shall. from time to time, determine. ORGAN15ATIONAL STRucfuRE & DECISION-MAKING PROCESS The charily Is controlled by Its governing docLJment that constitutes an unincorporated charitv. Appropriate staff are ernployed to meet the church's needs. Members, meetin85 are scheduled to be held four times each year. All members are encouraged to participate in these meetings when rhe spiritual and practical objectives ol the charity are discussed and agreed. Chlldren Yo Pe le Yp Durin8 2023, our children have enjoyed participating in activities displayin8 their talent in dance. songs, presentation, poems. readlngs and recitations. Leadlng up to Easter, the children made a wooden cross and on £aster Sunday the children did a drama presentation of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The Children show great enthusiasm and boldness as they learned and presented bible memory erses In the main service. In August 2023, the Young People were given an amazing opporfvnity to attend the NLDNUK International Dance Conference in Northampion. As aspirin8 dancers. they were very excited lo learn how God could use the talent He has given them to develop In dance ministry. 'My body is a Temple, was the conference theme and the children were taught how to commence their journey of embracing every aspect of their bodies as 'Temples ol the Holy Spirit. and to develop an intimate relationship with God through praise and worship in dance. They were tau8ht/led by a liturgical dancerfrom the USA and also had the honour ofreceivin8 support from other Internationally recognised liturgical dancers. They were able to discuss and challenge myths around boys/men and dance, identify their own skill and be taught choreography to use for personal or public worship. On Thursday through Saturday, they attended a variety of seminars where they were taught liturglcal dance choreograph¥ and worship with fla85 which would be performed for the delegates on the Saturday evening. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. they made friendships that have lasted. They have since attended practice on a few occasions and have performed with the NLD Youth Network twice. in 8irmin8ham and Nottin8ham. Educati The Education Department sessions remain onllne and provided the opportunity lo invite guest speakers from the UK and abr03d. Moving online opened unexpected opportunities for people to join the bible study and training sessions for those who are house bound and those living in and olrtside REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1068106 the community. Developing our provision for online sessions and services has provided the opportunity to broaden our sense of community and connection as it has made it easier for people to join us online and has 30dressed restrictions In terms ol localitv and time. i.e., people have been able to loin our meeting5 from all over the world and time zones. -Women's Grou We give God thanks for taking us through another amazing year and the continued connections that are bcin8 creazed since Covid-19 and tho tomporary closure ol our buildin8 which is awaitin8 refurbishments. We remain connected with the group via Wh3tsApp which is a great platform that gives immediate communication with those who are 80in8 through challenges, such as be.reavement, illnesses and require support, rea55vrance, encouraEement and prayers During February and Apfil 2023, we focused on the wellbeing of women. In February we were blessed with a Session on an Introduction to menopause and In April a a&A session on the same topic. The evt>.nts were covered by Professional speakers, Menopause Consultant and a General practitioner. The sessions were well attended, and all feedback were positive. The women are still connected thfough group discussions, bible studies and information sharing via Zoom. We coniinue io acknowledge the importance of the social and spiritual activltie5 that we do, they are well appreciated by the women in Mounl Zion and the wider community. We are praying this love for servln8 will conrinue as we progress through 2024. We will continue to woik together in love and unity involvin8 Ilot just women in church but the wider community. Our aim is to share Christ and to promote social tO8etherness which is essential for our faith io grow and relationships to strive. To accomplish this, the women's team will Continue to work together, plan and promote events that will serve the community. Men's Grou The Mount Zion Men's Team marked a continuation and expansion of our activities in 2023. We continued our prayer breakfasts for men, at the Mustard Seed book shop w1lh men not only from Mount Zion. but also other as5eniblies and patrons. The Mu5lard Seed's proprietor has expfe55ed love of our freedom in worshippin8 when we have meetin8S there and this has also left an Impression on patrons, Wlth one who visited us at one of our Sunday Services. We also delivered an Outreach event in West 8ridgford. This event included fellowshipping With people. some who were facing various life challenges asked for prayers and we were able to encourage them. This event included various restimonies form members of the church and how they came to know Jesus Christ. The event also featured 3 white board, where pas5efS-by were asked to write a question they would like to ask God. There was also a cross where people could paste their prayer requests. This eveni w35 also sUPPOrted by anoiher local church. The outreach was the first of what we hope will be many In tlo IAlest Br,,dgford a.'ca. whcre we are tcmpoTaril¥ attending church. Our "Mount Zion Gospel Cruise" along the River Trent was a huge success with members, friends, family and people from various communities attending 3 3-hour dinner cruise which Included 80spel music. Everyone who attended indicated that it was a fantastic event and wish for It to be delivered in the summer of 2024. The staff of the Trent River Cruises thoroughly enjoyed the event and came obt from Ihe kitchen to Participate. Children were also allowed Into the captain's cabin, which provided them with delight. We continue to in-reach to our men, both in person and via telephone calls, especially vulnerable ones. Our MÈn's leader is also in contaci with members from El Salvador. who are asylum seeker5, nd now settled in Middlesborough. REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1068106 December 2023 ended with a Men's Meal at Norwich House. in our city centre, which was very successlul. This was enjoyed by men from Mount Zion and from the community. Black Histo The Black History Exhibition Competition continue5 annually land has done so since 20121 with the aim of Taisin8 aspirations and increasing knowledge about Black Hisiory. The competition Is open to 7- to 11-year-olds and now includes local schc>ols. Entrants have responded with a high level of enthusiasm and the schools have commented on the sense ol pride that the winner and runners up have felt. The prize 15 sponsored by the University of Nottin8ham and includes a university certif icaie for the winners and runners up and a celebration for the winner. Food Bank Mount Zion's mission 15 one of the busiest foodbanks in the Hope Nottingham network in the 2023 period. The wonderful volunteer team served 1.293 parcels within 2023, J 23% increase on the previous year. This consisted of 1.639 adults and 630 children, 629 parcels were given to unique households. There were 55 parcels 8iven to those experiencin8 homele55ne55 Of 'Sofa surfing, consisting 0113 homeless children. 52 families were in employment. Throu8hout the network we had a decline in donations of 18% which is a horrifyin8 Plcture on what to expect in rhe future especially when you consider the percentage of usage that has risen at various sites. We ale having lo strip back on cleaninB products and toileiries as we need to focus on the food. We worry that our donors will then start buying toiletries. It's not our vision for people to smell nice and clean and have clean hornes. if they are hungry and we have no food to 8ive. The Mount Zion's mission also provides a place for people to have a hot drink and refreshments at the foodbank. TRUSTEES, SUMMARY OF KEY FACTORS Buildin Works For many ypars Mount Zion Apostolic Chur¢h have funded several small emer8enoi repairs themselves. The State uf the buildin8 at present requires 518nificant tiansformational repaif Wlth no alternative. In September 2021 Mount Zion Apostolic Church was offered. a Development Grant rowards their 8uildin8 Project by the National Lottery Heritage Fund INLHFI. A tender process was undertaken to seek a Consultant Project Manager to manage the project and Pulse Consult were successful for this role. The Development Phase of the project was finalised in October 2023 and submlssion of a second bid to ihe NLHF for capital fundin8 for the Delivery Phase took place in November 2023. Response from the NLHF took place in March 2024. embershl In emenl and Fundralsin The Church Is heavily dependent on Its membership in all aspects of its artlvlties. Apart from their involvement In the running of all the Group activities, their financial support underpins a subst¢intiol part of the Church's objectives. The church continues to raise the funds to assist specifically with activities from within its own membership, congreBation and cornmunity ihrough fundraisin8 events. Once the building project is complete, the new electrical and heating services will also reduce runnin8 COSES. pioducing significant energy efficiencies and financial savings. This will allow the church to channel more funds Into community proiect5. The financial results for the year. tO8ether with a summary of the accounting policies adopted are set out in the accompanying financial statement. REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER.. 1068106 Rlsk Revlew The Trustee5 maintain an examination of the major risks which the charity might have to face and confim that relevant policies are In place to mitl8ate whatever consequences arise. Statement on Public Benefit The obiectiveslactivities and ihe achievement/perform3nce sections of the report clearly set out the activities which the charity undertakes fof the public benefit. The Trustees confirm that they have complied with its duty In Section 4 of the Chhrities Act 2006 to have due re8ard to the public benefit guidance published by the Commission In determinin8 the activities undertaken by the charity. Financial Review Total In Resources for the year to 31 December 2023 were £233,34612022.. £81,941) Total Resources Ex nd d for the year were £233,02612022.. £57,465) Unrestrictecl Funds al 31 December 202 3 were f 22 1,45212022.. £220.9781 Restricted Funds at 31 December 2023 were £ 10,38112022- f10.5351 min .IMinisterl (Church Secretary) 21 October 2024 REGisfERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1068106 MOUNT ZION APOSTOLI INDEPENOENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEE5 OF MOUNT ZION APOSTOLIC CHURCH I report to the chaiity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the tharity tor the year ended 31 December 2023 which are set out on pages 7 to 9. Responslbllltles and basls of report As the charity's trustees you are responsible tor the preparation of the accounts in accordance wlth the requirements of the. Charities Act 20111'the Act'}. I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carryin8 Out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examlner's statement I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material Matters have come to my attention In connection with ihe examination giving me cause to believe that in any maierlal respect.. accountin8 rp.cords were not ke.pt in respprt of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act.. or 2. the accounts do not accord with those record5. I have no concerns and have tome across no other matters In connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understandin8 of the accounts to be reached. R Harby FCCA Lemans Chartered Certified Accountants 29 ArtM)retum Street Nottingham NGI 4JA 21 October 2024 REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1068106 MOUNT ZION APOSTOLIC CHURCH St•lemerf ol Flnanclal Actl¥itles lor the year ended JI December 2023 Unrestrirted Oeswiated Restrkted Funds Funds Funds Total 2023 Total 2022 Notes RECEIPTS Voluniary Receipts & Sundiy Gifts Gifi Aid Giants & Fund5 lor Church Repairs DonatlOn5 lor Othei cou5es Othcr Income Interest rèceived Fundraisinx 66,2¥9 14,470 66,329 14,470 138,006 5,200 390 555 8,396 63.038 8.030 5,673 5.2 138.006 5.2 J90 555 1,497 6.899 Total Recdpts 83,201 6,899 143,246 233.346 81.941 PAYMENTS Employmen¢ costs Administration 23.480 23,480 20,352 13.572 26,656 19,198 5.673 20,352 13.572 Running Costs Propefty Fvi¥tlbdn Fundraisin8 Dance 166.?27 6, 773 166.227 6,773 2,222 4LK) 5.634 304 2,222 400 Tot•1 Payments 59,626 173,4 233.026 57.465 SurplusllDefl¢ltl for the ye•r Translpr between funds 23.575 125.0(K)I 130.1541 30.(KK) 320 14.476 15.0001 Dal•nces brouiht forward 215,978 10.535 231,513 207,037 BALANCE S CARRIED FORWARD 214.553 6￿99 10.381 231.833 231,513 , AEST AICTEO FUND$ ood Bank and Danct Giou 15ed by Dirce GTQLP in earlier years Gltts received lor Foodllank 7,485 9.059 hur¢h Repairs Rpsef plus unsgeni balance ol Gfanl 2.612 79Z 8ALANCE OF RESTRICTED FUNDS CIFWD 10.381 10.535 Approved by t*e Trusiees ol Mount Zion Apostolic Church oll 21 Ort¢>ber 2024 and $18ned on thelr behalf by .ITrea5uierl REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1068106 MOUNT ZION AP ST LIC CH RCH Statement of Assets s at 31 December 2023 2023 2022 Notes ASSETS Peiiy Cash balance 8ank Cuifent Account Bank Current Account IGrantl Sa¥in8s Account 224 177.390 3.564 50,655 472 224,295 6.746 8ein8 the balances on the church's: General Fund Designaied Fund Re5tricied Funds 214.553 6.899 10.381 215,978 10.535 The Church owns the premises and contents with an estimated Insurance Viilue of 2,593,797 2,593,797 Included in the amounts for each year are estimated reallsable values in respect of Internal Fixtures & Fittings Wilh a walue In boih y'èars of £20,IM). The Church holds the freehold ol Ihe properly occupied. There are no outstanding Loans of any ftature on it. QLEIQN IN PAYMÉNT c￿E￿￿AL$ Oonatlons for other causes Foodbank Employment costs Salaries Pension 23,480 26.547 109 Sal•iies weie paid to two Iruslees in ihe ye•r tot•llini £23.d8012022 - £23,0891. Admlnlstr•tltsn Olliie iosls SSIYourh Speakefs 8enovolont Gills IHampersl Bank charles 19.026 16,3541 451 4( 1.663 330 S70 745 1621 23 REGISTERED CHARrrY NUMBER: 1068106 MOUNT ZION AP STOLIC CHURCH NINC E&PAY ENT CATE RIES 2023 1022 Runn+N losts LJ8ht and hear Water Cleanin8 Repairs In5uran¢e Transportarion Caterin8 3,017 341 962 379 S, 727 2.445 701 1,021 619 712 2,427 894 Prop•rty Heiiia8e Trust Pfoiect Manaipment Aitivity Plarynin8 Bat Svrvev NLHF Business Pla17 Comm1$5ion & Appli£Jlion quantity S¥Jfveynr4 FundrJisin8 Consukancv Conservation Consultanry 8uilding Control ATchileCIS SITepiwise OpeTH Surveyors ISLJrvey Hub) Survoyo15 IT&fsu4 Con4dltancvl 954 4.680 46.823 21,785 997 13,784 7,846 9.450 11.617 660 43.515 150 1.080 2.520 Transler ￿tween funds A conlribvtion has bcjen made tOW4rds ihe building project.