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2020-12-31-accounts

LIFEWELL CHURCH

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REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020

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C Management Services 69 Velindre Road Whitchurch Cardiff CF14 2TF

LIFEWELL CHURCH

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020 CHARITY INFORMATION

Trustees: Michael Ellens Simon Moores Christopher Screen Brian Farr Ruth James Charitable position: Registered Charity number 1072721 Registered on 2/12/98 Governing Document: Constitution last amended 22/9/13 Address for correspondence: Lifewell Church Pentremalwed Road Morriston Swansea SA6 7BP Independent Examiner: Paul Burnell ACMI C Management Services 69 Velindre Road CARDIFF CF14 2TF Bankers: Barclays Bank 70 The Kingsway Swansea SA1 5JB

CONTENTS
Page
Charity Information 2
Trustees Report 3-6
Independent Examiners Report 7
Statement of Financial Activities 8
Statement of Assets and Liabilities 9
Notes to the Accounts 10

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LIFEWELL CHURCH

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020

The Trustees have pleasure in submitting the Report and Accounts for the period ended 31[st] December 2020.

Structure, Governance and Management

At Lifewell church we are committed to serving God and our community, to make a difference through experiencing & sharing the love of God.

This is made possible through the

Lifewell Church is led by the Church Council which consists of the Senior Minister (Pastor) & Church Officers/Trustees, who direct, oversee and manage the ministries, property, funds and activities at Lifewell Church ensuring that what we do is done within Biblical and Legal guidelines and good practice.

Lifewell Church Is part of the Assemblies of God network of churches and is a member of the Evangelical Alliance.

Objectives

Our chief objective is to be the church that God wants us to be and that our world needs us to be, which is described in our constitution as follows

1 - To advance the Christian faith in accordance with the statement (AOG statement of faith) in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Church council from time to time may think fit.

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 in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the Church council from time to time may think fit.

3 - To advance education in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the church council from time to time may think fit.

Achievements and Activities

For almost 100 years Lifewell Church (Previously known as Pentremalwed Church), has consistently sought to serve God and the local community, through Church services, children’s and youth events, toddlers’ group and charity fundraisers all to

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serve our community and to help people connect with God as the people and community that God created us to be.

As far as church events and activities, 2020 started normally, little did we know how the year would unfold.

As lockdown hit, we sought to continue the work, switching things online, seeking to support people through the pandemic.

We quickly adapted and got online with our Sunday Service including God’s Word, communion and a children’s puppet video.

We increased the use of our website and YouTube to make information and content available that would support, encourage, comfort, and strengthen people through this time. And we utilised Zoom to continue to enable a sense of community.

While warnings came through to prepare for reduced donations, we decided from the start that we wanted to maintain our giving to the organisations that we support and the people of Lifewell supported us in that, with many switching to giving online and because of their giving, our donations remained at the levels prior to covid such that we were able to continue our support to others.

As we started 2020 our vision verse was Luke 4:18-19 NIV

“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, [19] to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour.”

And we have known and sought to share the favour of God through a difficult time.

Unfortunately, due to the restrictions our toddler group had to stop, and due to the effects of lockdown on our aging team, we are currently unable to reopen.

As a church…

We took the opportunity through the lockdown to run the Bible Course which was enjoyed by all who took part and it sparked conversations and birthed our Tuesday night Lifegroup, which includes Prayer Praise & Bible Study.

Since the lockdown began, we have run a weekly Youth games and Bible talk on Zoom to take the place of our weekly youth club/service.

And we have held a number of online special events including our Halloween alternative light party and online Christmas concert & Party. And our children and Young people have been amazing.

When we were able to meet, we did so, with two start backs during the year in-between lockdowns. While all appreciated the opportunity to meet after long times of being limited to online, however, with masks, no singing and no teas, coffees and chats, it wasn’t what we were used to but we made the best of the situation.

Mid way through the lockdowns, we were inspired by a term coined ‘A Pregnant Pause’. Yes, certain things were on pause, but we are believing for great things ahead – there

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are things we need to get in order while holding onto an expectation of greater things to come, so we are looking forward to what God has in store. He is speaking and shaping things for the next chapter.

So we say A big thank you to all who have journeyed with us, supporting and giving throughout the year.

Performance & Goals

Our overarching goal is ‘TO BE A PLACE OF REFRESHING WHERE ALL CAN EXPERIENCE, ENJOY & SHARE The LIFE & LOVE found in JESUS!!! For JESUS SAID “Whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life”. John 4:14 [NIV]

We want to be a growing family of passionate disciples of Christ and a real and relevant expression of God’s church who love God, love life, love others and live worship. Reaching the lost one person at a time, through teaching and learning, prayer, worship, fellowship, service, and outreach. As individuals, as small groups, as a congregation (Church).

Building the future in the here and now. To see People:>Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose & Make a Difference.

Transformed by the love of God >Grow in Relationship with God & Others >Discipled to follow Jesus into Action

This has been impacted by the limitations of lockdowns and physical distancing; however, we have sought to make the best of a difficult situation, finding ways to do what we can in the present, and pray and prepare for the future.

Financial Review

All funds and property received and administered by Lifewell Church are entrusted to us by God, through the faithful financial support of Lifewell members and friends. Responsibility for the stewardship and use of funds and property rests with the team of trustees. Who oversee and manage Lifewell Church finances through the following practices:-

Risk Management

We recognise that working in an ever-changing climate of society, there are risks. Situations may arise that could threaten and even halt our future ability to function as a church/charity and therefore affect our ability to meet the needs of beneficiaries. From a point of view of both our Christian responsibility and in compliance with Charity Law, it is important that we understand, limit and manage the

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risks that we could encounter as we undertake various activities including discipleship, mission and evangelism.

The Trustees are responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing the risks that Lifewell Church could face, in all areas including, finance, Governance, operation and reputation. The Trustees annually allocate time to identify, record & review the risks that we could encounter and separately when new ventures, activities or opportunities are being considered and/or as risks arise or are identified.

The Trustees work in this area has developed a Risk Management policy & Assessment along with other policies and documents as deemed beneficial to mitigate identified risks with regards to (for example) :-

Paul Burnell was appointed as our Independent Examiner for this year’s accounts.

Signature:

Name: Christopher Screen

Date: 18[th] October 2021

Position: Pastor and Trustee

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF

LIFEWELL CHURCH

I report on the accounts of the Trust for the period ended 31[st] December 2020, which are set out on pages 8 to 10.

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 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibility to:

Basis of independent examiner's report

My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions 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 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 present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.

Independent examiner's statement

In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect:

I have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Paul Burnell

Paul Burnell ACMI

For and on behalf of:

C Management Services (trading name of C Mgmnt Services Ltd) 69 Velindre Road

Cardiff CF14 2TF

Date: 18[th] October 2021

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LIFEWELL CHURCH

RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[st] DECEMBER 2020

Note
RECEIPTS
Receipts from generated funds
2
Receipts from charitable activities
3
Other receipts
4
Interest received
Total Receipts
PAYMENTS
Charitable activities
5
Governance costs
Total payments
Net Receipts/(Payments)
Transfers between funds
Fund balances at 1st January 2020
Fund balances at 31st December 2020		 Unrestricted
Funds
£
Restricted
Funds
£
Total
Funds
2020
£
26,331
364
26,695
-
-
-
-
-
-
188
-
188
26,519
364
26,883
25,057
354
25,411
-
-
-
25,057
354
25,411
1,462
10
1,472
-
-
-
25,876
-
25,876
27,338
10
27,348

The notes on page 10 form part of these accounts.

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LIFEWELL CHURCH

STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020

1. Fixed Assets

Insurance
Value 2020
£
The value of assets owned are:
Buildings 827,025
Equipment 31,910
858,935
2. Bank & Cash Balances
2020
£
Cash at bank and in hand 27,348
27,348
3. Other Assets and Liabilities
2020
£
Assets
Gift aid tax recovery not yet received 2,173
Liabilities
Unbilled fee for Independent Examination 150

The accounts were approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf on 18[th] October 2021 by Christopher Screen

Signature:

The notes on page 10 form part of these accounts.

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LIFEWELL CHURCH

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 31[ST] DECEMBER 2020

1. Accounting Policies

The accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis with a statement of assets and liabilities

2. Voluntary receipts
Gift Aid Donations
Other donations
Gift Aid reclaimed
3. Receipts from charitable activities
Conferences and events
4. Other Receipts
Grant received
Other sundry receipts
5. Charitable activities
a. Direct Charitable Costs
Salaries & staff expenses
Speaker expenses
Mission giving
Ministry expenses
b. Support and Administration
Premises expenses
Hospitality & subscriptions
Insurance
Admin		 Unrestricted
Funds
£
Restricted
Funds
£
Total
2020
£
11,555
10,463
4,313
-
364
-
11,555
10,827
4,313
26,331
364
26,695
-
-
-
Unrestricted
Funds
£
Restricted
Funds
£
Total
2020
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Unrestricted
Funds
£
Restricted
Funds
£
Total
2020
£
16,909
200
1,736
203
-
-
354
-
16,909
200
2,090
203
19,048
354
19,402
2,719
-
2,719
1,629
-
1,629
744
-
744
917
-
917
6,009
-
6,009

6. Staff and Trustees

The charity has one full-time employed members of staff, Chris Screen, who is paid in his capacity as the Pastor of the church and he is also a Trustee. Its activities are generally carried out by volunteers. No staff received salaries at a rate of more than £60,000 per annum.

No remuneration or trustee expenses were paid to any other trustee during the year, nor to any person connected to them.

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