SHELDON COMMUNITY CHURCH 189 WHITECROFT ROAD SHELDON BIRMINGHAM B26 3RL Registered Charity: 1069691 STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT AND INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JANUARY 2025 Luke Silver Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close Minehead Somerset TA24 6DQ Mobile: 07710 456376 E4nail: luke-silver uresilver.or
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS Receipts and Payments Accounts Report to the trusteeslmembers of Sheldon Community Church Registered Charity number 1069691 On the accounts for the year ended 31 January 2025 Set out on the following pages Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year {under section 144{2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to: Examine the accounts (under section 145 of the 2022 Act: To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and State whether particular matters have come to rny attention. Basis of independent examinorfs report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts a 'true and fair view. and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below. Independent examinerfs statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: (1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any malerial respect the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section130 of the 2011 Act; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met: or (2) to which. in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed L A SLIV Date: 13 August 2025 Luke Silver. HNC Business & Finance Accountancy & Taxation Services 25 Ellicombe Close. Minehead. Somerset. TA24 6DQ
SHELEKIN COMMUNI VCHURCH REPORT OFTHETRUSTEESAND THE CHURCH COUNCIL FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31"JANUARY 2025 The Church Council (CC) of Sheldon Community Church (SCC) is committed to enabling people of all ages to find faith in God and become part of our church community. Ob'ectives When planning our activities for the year, the CC have considered the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit and, in particular, the specific guidance on charities for the advanment of religion. In accordance with our Constitution, SCC'S purposes (or objects) for the benefit of the public are: 1 . To advance the Christian Faith 2. To relieve sickness and financial hardship, and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or services of any kind including through the provision of counselling and support 3. To advance education in such parts of the United Kingdom (UK) or the world as the CC from time to time may think fit. Activities At SCC, we purpose to equip and empower church members to live out and share their faith through: Worship and prayer; learning about the Gospel; and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus Pastoral care Community provision; missionary and outreach work Our weekly Family Service incorporates worship, spiritual encouragement and ministry, whilst opportunities are provided for prayer. 'Glow Kids, facilitates an age-related environment for children to worship and learn from the Bible. Communion is taken on the first Sunday of the month. All are welcome to attend SCC services.
Our young people are encouraged to actively serve in SCC. both practically and spiritually. They have enjoyed social events, combined worship services with other youth groups organised by Assemblies of God (AOG) and Birmingham City Mission (BCM). and attended a summer camp. The CC value Safeguarding as an important characteristic of our culture. Through our Policy, regular training and updates. we are able to positively communicate this principle to our church community. 'Shared Interest Groups, provide our church community with space to build personal relationships, be accountable and grow spiritually together. 'Party in the Park, during the summer, annual conferences and social activities for all ages compliment pastoral care. Helping those in need is an important demonstration of our faith. This ranges from providing hampers to families within the Sheldon community, to packing shoeboxes and sending them to children around the world for Christmas. SCC continues to partner with several charities. disaster relief agencies and missionary organisations in the UK and around the world, in alignment with our Missions Policy. As well as belonging to AOG GB, SCC remains a member of Hatchford Brook Churches Together and is part of various missional collaborations around the city of Birmingham. Volunteers The CC would like to thank all of our volunteers at SCC who work so hard to ensure we are able to function as a vibrant church community. Financial Review The primary source of funding for SCC are the free will offerings of church members. This is supplemented by income tax recovered under the HMRC GiftAid scheme. We are thankful to every person who gives within the life of our church. The CC recognise the importance of a Reserves Policy to help practise good stewardship and financial management. It is CC policy to maintain a balance on unrestricted funds which equates to three months of operating costs, or a minimum of£7,500.
Financial assets in excess of agreed reserves will generally be held in liquid form, but may be invested in line with the church's risk profile, as per the CC'S Investment Policy. Restricted funds on deposit are designated to purchase land / buildings for SCC in accord with our Charitable Articles. The financial results are set out in the enclosed accounts. CHURCH COUNCILAND TRUSTEES Matthew Atkins (Chair) Tim Peel Nathan Atkins Rachel Sizer Esther Atkins STATEMENT We certify that that the books. vouchers and information produced to enable the independent examination of our accounts to be conducted contain a full and correct record of our financial transactions and activities to the best of our knowledge and belief. SIGNED ON BEHALF OF THE CHURCH COUNCIL Print name: M. ATKINS Date: 2110712025
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Sheldon Community Church Registered Charity No 1069691 statement of Assets and Liabilities for the year ended 31 January 2025 Fixed Assets Church Premises - Insuran value Equipment 8.292 Totsl Fixed Assets 8,292 Current Assets Kingdom Bank Ltd - Savings Redwood Bank- Savings Cambridge & Counties - Savings Lloyds "4604 - Church Lloyds "9568 - Youth Lloyds "7568 - Funding Account Lloyds"3768- Hope Shop Hope Shop PayPal account Zettle (by PayPal) Total Current Assets 163,251 134,925 90,000 25,271 301 421 14,115 428,284 Total Assets 436,576 Liabilities Net Assets NIL 436,576