St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 05[th] April 2026
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th April 2026
CONTENTS
| PAGE | |
|---|---|
| CONTENTS | 1 |
| CHARITY INFORMATION | 2 |
| TRUSTEES REPORT | 3-4 |
| INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT | 5 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | 6 |
| BALANCE SHEET | 7 |
| EXPENDITURE | 8 |
| NOTES | 9-10 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
CHARITY INFORMATION
For the Year Ended 5th April 2026
- TRUSTEES {1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony {2} Dr Nabil Fanous {3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer) {4} Dr Moheb Gaid {5} Dr Ramez Nasseif {6} Dr Diaa Antonios
SECRETARY Dr Nabil Fanous
CHARITY NUMBER 1086561 BANKERS {1} Nat West Bank {2} The Royal Bank of Scotland plc {3} Lloyds Tsb
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th APRIL 2026
The trustees present their report and accounts for the period ended 5th April 2026
TRUSTEES
The trustees named on page 1 have served throughout the period. Appointment of trustees is governed by the Trust Deed of the Charity. The Board of Trustees is authorized to appoint new trustees to fill vacancies arising through resignation or death of an existing trustee.
INVESTMENT POWERS
The trust deed authorizes the trustees to make and hold investments using the general funds of the charity.
CONSTITUTION, OBJECTS AND POLICIES
The Charitable Trust is constituted by Trust Deed, and its objects are to provide worship for believers of the Coptic Orthodox Faith.
The policy of the Charitable Trust to be the provision of additional finance in order that its objects stated above might be further achieved.
DEVELOPMENT, ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
The trustees consider that the performance of the charity this period has been most satisfactory.
The trustees would not be able to provide the various services to the congregation without the continuous support of a reasonable number of members.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The financial position of the charity remains strong. Total incoming resources for the year were £297,228 , which includes £49,191 of Gift Aid (2025: £37,248) , and total expenditure was £132,526 , resulting in a net surplus of £168,703 . Total funds carried forward at 5 April 2026 were £1,797,654 .
During the year, members of the congregation provided interest-free loans to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were used solely for building works and are expected to be repaid over the next two to three years. As the funds are repayable, they have been treated as liabilities rather than restricted income
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
Construction of the new church building continues to progress. The temporary hall remains in use for services. The trustees expect further development work to continue during the next financial year.
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius
COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 05[th] APRIL 2026
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees are pleased to report that the new church building has now been completed and officially opened during the year. This marks a significant milestone in the life of the congregation after many years of planning, fundraising and construction work. The new church is now fully operational and being used for regular liturgies, pastoral services and community activities.
The trustees will continue to oversee the remaining development works around the site, including any final landscaping, furnishing and improvements required to support the growing needs of the congregation. Ongoing maintenance and stewardship of the new building will remain a key focus in the coming year. (a)select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
(b)prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to assume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
APPROVAL
This report was approved by the trustees on 04/07/2026 and signed on their behalf.
Dr. Nabil Fanous
Trustee
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of St Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church, Norwich (the charity) for the year ended 05 April 2026.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the 2011 Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
-
Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act or
-
the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
-
the financial statements do 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 fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and 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.
Accountant
Mahir Tawfig FMAAT
Dated: 06/07/2026
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
Statement of Financial Activates for the period Ended 05th April 2026
| Note. INCOMING RESOURCES Monthly contribution Collection & Church Boxes One off Donation Investment Income Gift Aids Recovered Trips & Activities Total Incoming Resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable expenditure Management and administration of the charity 1 Total Resources Used Net Movement in Funds for the period Balance Brought Forward at 5 April 2025 Total Funds C/F at 5 April 2026 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds 2026 2026 2026 2025 £ £ £ 101,934 0 101,934 113,384 2,100 0 2,100 5,534 128,416 0 128,416 82,018 4.93 0 4.93 11.55 49,191 0 49,191 37,248 19,582 0 19,582 11,657 |
|---|---|
| 301,228 0 301,228 249,853 |
|
| 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 |
|
| 168,703 0 168,703 164,307 |
|
| 1,632,951 0 1,632,951 1,468,644 1,801,654 01,801,654 1,632,951 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 05TH April 2026
| Note Fixed Assets Tangible Assets 2 Free Hold Property Building Extensions CURRENT ASSETS Cash at Banks and in Hand Total Assets CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade Creditors Long Term Liabilities Loan Total Current Liabilities NET ASSETS Financed By Unrestricted Funds |
2026 £ 0 390,000 1,623,839 32,495 2,046,334 0 248,680 248,680 1,797,654 1,797,654 |
2025 £ 0 390,000 1,383,407 79,224 |
|---|---|---|
| 1,852,631 | ||
| 0 219,680 |
||
| 219,680 | ||
| 1,632,951 | ||
| 1,632,951 |
This financial statements were approved and authorised for issue on 04/07/2026 and signed on behalf of the Trustees by
Trustee
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05TH April 2026
1. Charitable Expenditure
| Management & Administration of Charity Priest Accommodation, Salaries & Expenses Clergy Living Expense Premises Insurance Utility Bills Motor Expenses Travelling Exp Subtotal Priest & Clergy Costs Church Expenses Water Rates Telephone Other Expenses Repairs & Renewal Stationery Hire a church Trip & Activities Legal & Professional Fees Cost Managers Subtotal Church Expenses Charitable Activities Administration Expenses Bank Charge Net Movement in Funds |
2026 £ 9,800 564 10,695 725 2,921 |
24,706 101,994 5,800 26 |
2025 £ 9,000 530 11,423 535 2,857 |
24,345 54,140 7,030 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,791 793 6,851 70,283 21 630 18,624 0 0 |
461 158 5,547 31,727 610 1,008 13,094 566 969 |
|||
| 5,800 | 7,030 | |||
| 26 | 30 | |||
| 132,526 | 85,545 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05[TH] April 2026 (CONTINUED)
| 2. Tangible Assets Cost At 6 April 2025 Addition At 5 April 2026 Depreciation At 6 April 2025 Charge for the year At 5 April 2026 Net Book Value At 5 April 2026 At 5 April 2025 |
Free Hold Building Totals Property Extension £ £ £ 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 0 240,432 240,432 |
|---|---|
| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
|
| 0 0 0 0 0 0 |
|
| 0 0 0 |
|
| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
|
| 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05th April 2026
Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation of Accounts
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities (FRS 102). The charity qualifies as a small charity and has therefore taken advantage of the exemption from preparing a cash flow statement.
Fixed Assets
Freehold property and building extensions are included at cost. Additions to the church building and associated works are capitalized. No depreciation is charged on the freehold property or building extensions as the trustees consider the residual value to be at least equal to the carrying amount.
Income Recognition
Voluntary income, donations and other incoming resources are recognized when received by the charity. Gift Aid income is recognized when the related donations are received and the claim is recoverable.
Management and Administration Expenditure
Expenditure is recognized when it is incurred. Management and administration expenditure includes all costs not directly related to charitable activities.
Loans from Congregation Members
During the year, the charity received interest-free loans from members of the congregation to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were provided on an informal basis to assist with cash flow during the building phase. As the amounts were repayable, they have been recognised as liabilities rather than income.
The loan balance outstanding at 5 April 2026 was £248,680 , The trustees expect these loans to be repaid over the next two to three years, depending on the charity’s cash flow and available reserves.
Members of the church council who served during this period are stated below:
-
{1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony
-
{2} Dr Nabil Fanous (Secretary)
-
{3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer)
-
{4} Dr Moheb Gaid
-
{5} Dr Ramez Nasseif
-
{6} Dr Diaa Antonios
Accountant M.Tawfig FMAAT
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 05[th] April 2026
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th April 2026
CONTENTS
| PAGE | |
|---|---|
| CONTENTS | 1 |
| CHARITY INFORMATION | 2 |
| TRUSTEES REPORT | 3-4 |
| INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT | 5 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | 6 |
| BALANCE SHEET | 7 |
| EXPENDITURE | 8 |
| NOTES | 9-10 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
1
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
CHARITY INFORMATION
For the Year Ended 5th April 2026
- TRUSTEES {1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony {2} Dr Nabil Fanous {3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer) {4} Dr Moheb Gaid {5} Dr Ramez Nasseif {6} Dr Diaa Antonios
SECRETARY Dr Nabil Fanous
CHARITY NUMBER 1086561 BANKERS {1} Nat West Bank {2} The Royal Bank of Scotland plc {3} Lloyds Tsb
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th APRIL 2026
The trustees present their report and accounts for the period ended 5th April 2026
TRUSTEES
The trustees named on page 1 have served throughout the period. Appointment of trustees is governed by the Trust Deed of the Charity. The Board of Trustees is authorized to appoint new trustees to fill vacancies arising through resignation or death of an existing trustee.
INVESTMENT POWERS
The trust deed authorizes the trustees to make and hold investments using the general funds of the charity.
CONSTITUTION, OBJECTS AND POLICIES
The Charitable Trust is constituted by Trust Deed, and its objects are to provide worship for believers of the Coptic Orthodox Faith.
The policy of the Charitable Trust to be the provision of additional finance in order that its objects stated above might be further achieved.
DEVELOPMENT, ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
The trustees consider that the performance of the charity this period has been most satisfactory.
The trustees would not be able to provide the various services to the congregation without the continuous support of a reasonable number of members.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The financial position of the charity remains strong. Total incoming resources for the year were £297,228 , which includes £49,191 of Gift Aid (2025: £37,248) , and total expenditure was £132,526 , resulting in a net surplus of £168,703 . Total funds carried forward at 5 April 2026 were £1,797,654 .
During the year, members of the congregation provided interest-free loans to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were used solely for building works and are expected to be repaid over the next two to three years. As the funds are repayable, they have been treated as liabilities rather than restricted income
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
Construction of the new church building continues to progress. The temporary hall remains in use for services. The trustees expect further development work to continue during the next financial year.
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
3
St Athanasius
COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 05[th] APRIL 2026
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees are pleased to report that the new church building has now been completed and officially opened during the year. This marks a significant milestone in the life of the congregation after many years of planning, fundraising and construction work. The new church is now fully operational and being used for regular liturgies, pastoral services and community activities.
The trustees will continue to oversee the remaining development works around the site, including any final landscaping, furnishing and improvements required to support the growing needs of the congregation. Ongoing maintenance and stewardship of the new building will remain a key focus in the coming year. (a)select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
(b)prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to assume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
APPROVAL
This report was approved by the trustees on 04/07/2026 and signed on their behalf.
Dr. Nabil Fanous
Trustee
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of St Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church, Norwich (the charity) for the year ended 05 April 2026.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the 2011 Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
-
Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act or
-
the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
-
the financial statements do 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 fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and 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.
Accountant
Mahir Tawfig FMAAT
Dated: 06/07/2026
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
Statement of Financial Activates for the period Ended 05th April 2026
| Note. INCOMING RESOURCES Monthly contribution Collection & Church Boxes One off Donation Investment Income Gift Aids Recovered Trips & Activities Total Incoming Resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable expenditure Management and administration of the charity 1 Total Resources Used Net Movement in Funds for the period Balance Brought Forward at 5 April 2025 Total Funds C/F at 5 April 2026 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds 2026 2026 2026 2025 £ £ £ 101,934 0 101,934 113,384 2,100 0 2,100 5,534 128,416 0 128,416 82,018 4.93 0 4.93 11.55 49,191 0 49,191 37,248 19,582 0 19,582 11,657 |
|---|---|
| 301,228 0 301,228 249,853 |
|
| 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 |
|
| 168,703 0 168,703 164,307 |
|
| 1,632,951 0 1,632,951 1,468,644 1,801,654 01,801,654 1,632,951 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
6
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 05TH April 2026
| Note Fixed Assets Tangible Assets 2 Free Hold Property Building Extensions CURRENT ASSETS Cash at Banks and in Hand Total Assets CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade Creditors Long Term Liabilities Loan Total Current Liabilities NET ASSETS Financed By Unrestricted Funds |
2026 £ 0 390,000 1,623,839 32,495 2,046,334 0 248,680 248,680 1,797,654 1,797,654 |
2025 £ 0 390,000 1,383,407 79,224 |
|---|---|---|
| 1,852,631 | ||
| 0 219,680 |
||
| 219,680 | ||
| 1,632,951 | ||
| 1,632,951 |
This financial statements were approved and authorised for issue on 04/07/2026 and signed on behalf of the Trustees by
Trustee
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
7
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05TH April 2026
1. Charitable Expenditure
| Management & Administration of Charity Priest Accommodation, Salaries & Expenses Clergy Living Expense Premises Insurance Utility Bills Motor Expenses Travelling Exp Subtotal Priest & Clergy Costs Church Expenses Water Rates Telephone Other Expenses Repairs & Renewal Stationery Hire a church Trip & Activities Legal & Professional Fees Cost Managers Subtotal Church Expenses Charitable Activities Administration Expenses Bank Charge Net Movement in Funds |
2026 £ 9,800 564 10,695 725 2,921 |
24,706 101,994 5,800 26 |
2025 £ 9,000 530 11,423 535 2,857 |
24,345 54,140 7,030 30 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,791 793 6,851 70,283 21 630 18,624 0 0 |
461 158 5,547 31,727 610 1,008 13,094 566 969 |
|||
| 5,800 | 7,030 | |||
| 26 | 30 | |||
| 132,526 | 85,545 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05[TH] April 2026 (CONTINUED)
| 2. Tangible Assets Cost At 6 April 2025 Addition At 5 April 2026 Depreciation At 6 April 2025 Charge for the year At 5 April 2026 Net Book Value At 5 April 2026 At 5 April 2025 |
Free Hold Building Totals Property Extension £ £ £ 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 0 240,432 240,432 |
|---|---|
| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
|
| 0 0 0 0 0 0 |
|
| 0 0 0 |
|
| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
|
| 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
9
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05th April 2026
Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation of Accounts
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities (FRS 102). The charity qualifies as a small charity and has therefore taken advantage of the exemption from preparing a cash flow statement.
Fixed Assets
Freehold property and building extensions are included at cost. Additions to the church building and associated works are capitalized. No depreciation is charged on the freehold property or building extensions as the trustees consider the residual value to be at least equal to the carrying amount.
Income Recognition
Voluntary income, donations and other incoming resources are recognized when received by the charity. Gift Aid income is recognized when the related donations are received and the claim is recoverable.
Management and Administration Expenditure
Expenditure is recognized when it is incurred. Management and administration expenditure includes all costs not directly related to charitable activities.
Loans from Congregation Members
During the year, the charity received interest-free loans from members of the congregation to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were provided on an informal basis to assist with cash flow during the building phase. As the amounts were repayable, they have been recognised as liabilities rather than income.
The loan balance outstanding at 5 April 2026 was £248,680 , The trustees expect these loans to be repaid over the next two to three years, depending on the charity’s cash flow and available reserves.
Members of the church council who served during this period are stated below:
-
{1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony
-
{2} Dr Nabil Fanous (Secretary)
-
{3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer)
-
{4} Dr Moheb Gaid
-
{5} Dr Ramez Nasseif
-
{6} Dr Diaa Antonios
Accountant M.Tawfig FMAAT
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
10
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 05[th] April 2026
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th April 2026
CONTENTS
| PAGE | |
|---|---|
| CONTENTS | 1 |
| CHARITY INFORMATION | 2 |
| TRUSTEES REPORT | 3-4 |
| INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT | 5 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | 6 |
| BALANCE SHEET | 7 |
| EXPENDITURE | 8 |
| NOTES | 9-10 |
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
1
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
CHARITY INFORMATION
For the Year Ended 5th April 2026
- TRUSTEES {1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony {2} Dr Nabil Fanous {3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer) {4} Dr Moheb Gaid {5} Dr Ramez Nasseif {6} Dr Diaa Antonios
SECRETARY Dr Nabil Fanous
CHARITY NUMBER 1086561 BANKERS {1} Nat West Bank {2} The Royal Bank of Scotland plc {3} Lloyds Tsb
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
2
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 5th APRIL 2026
The trustees present their report and accounts for the period ended 5th April 2026
TRUSTEES
The trustees named on page 1 have served throughout the period. Appointment of trustees is governed by the Trust Deed of the Charity. The Board of Trustees is authorized to appoint new trustees to fill vacancies arising through resignation or death of an existing trustee.
INVESTMENT POWERS
The trust deed authorizes the trustees to make and hold investments using the general funds of the charity.
CONSTITUTION, OBJECTS AND POLICIES
The Charitable Trust is constituted by Trust Deed, and its objects are to provide worship for believers of the Coptic Orthodox Faith.
The policy of the Charitable Trust to be the provision of additional finance in order that its objects stated above might be further achieved.
DEVELOPMENT, ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS
The trustees consider that the performance of the charity this period has been most satisfactory.
The trustees would not be able to provide the various services to the congregation without the continuous support of a reasonable number of members.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The financial position of the charity remains strong. Total incoming resources for the year were £297,228 , which includes £49,191 of Gift Aid (2025: £37,248) , and total expenditure was £132,526 , resulting in a net surplus of £168,703 . Total funds carried forward at 5 April 2026 were £1,797,654 .
During the year, members of the congregation provided interest-free loans to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were used solely for building works and are expected to be repaid over the next two to three years. As the funds are repayable, they have been treated as liabilities rather than restricted income
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
Construction of the new church building continues to progress. The temporary hall remains in use for services. The trustees expect further development work to continue during the next financial year.
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
3
St Athanasius
COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 05[th] APRIL 2026
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees are pleased to report that the new church building has now been completed and officially opened during the year. This marks a significant milestone in the life of the congregation after many years of planning, fundraising and construction work. The new church is now fully operational and being used for regular liturgies, pastoral services and community activities.
The trustees will continue to oversee the remaining development works around the site, including any final landscaping, furnishing and improvements required to support the growing needs of the congregation. Ongoing maintenance and stewardship of the new building will remain a key focus in the coming year. (a)select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently.
(b)prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to assume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
APPROVAL
This report was approved by the trustees on 04/07/2026 and signed on their behalf.
Dr. Nabil Fanous
Trustee
ST ATHANASIUS COPTIC CHURCH
4
St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of St Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church, Norwich (the charity) for the year ended 05 April 2026.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the 2011 Act”).
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
-
Accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act or
-
the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
-
the financial statements do 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 fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.
I have no concerns and 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.
Accountant
Mahir Tawfig FMAAT
Dated: 06/07/2026
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
Statement of Financial Activates for the period Ended 05th April 2026
| Note. INCOMING RESOURCES Monthly contribution Collection & Church Boxes One off Donation Investment Income Gift Aids Recovered Trips & Activities Total Incoming Resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable expenditure Management and administration of the charity 1 Total Resources Used Net Movement in Funds for the period Balance Brought Forward at 5 April 2025 Total Funds C/F at 5 April 2026 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds 2026 2026 2026 2025 £ £ £ 101,934 0 101,934 113,384 2,100 0 2,100 5,534 128,416 0 128,416 82,018 4.93 0 4.93 11.55 49,191 0 49,191 37,248 19,582 0 19,582 11,657 |
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| 301,228 0 301,228 249,853 |
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| 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 132,526 0 132,526 85,546 |
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| 168,703 0 168,703 164,307 |
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| 1,632,951 0 1,632,951 1,468,644 1,801,654 01,801,654 1,632,951 |
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH
Norwich
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 05TH April 2026
| Note Fixed Assets Tangible Assets 2 Free Hold Property Building Extensions CURRENT ASSETS Cash at Banks and in Hand Total Assets CURRENT LIABILITIES Trade Creditors Long Term Liabilities Loan Total Current Liabilities NET ASSETS Financed By Unrestricted Funds |
2026 £ 0 390,000 1,623,839 32,495 2,046,334 0 248,680 248,680 1,797,654 1,797,654 |
2025 £ 0 390,000 1,383,407 79,224 |
|---|---|---|
| 1,852,631 | ||
| 0 219,680 |
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| 219,680 | ||
| 1,632,951 | ||
| 1,632,951 |
This financial statements were approved and authorised for issue on 04/07/2026 and signed on behalf of the Trustees by
Trustee
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05TH April 2026
1. Charitable Expenditure
| Management & Administration of Charity Priest Accommodation, Salaries & Expenses Clergy Living Expense Premises Insurance Utility Bills Motor Expenses Travelling Exp Subtotal Priest & Clergy Costs Church Expenses Water Rates Telephone Other Expenses Repairs & Renewal Stationery Hire a church Trip & Activities Legal & Professional Fees Cost Managers Subtotal Church Expenses Charitable Activities Administration Expenses Bank Charge Net Movement in Funds |
2026 £ 9,800 564 10,695 725 2,921 |
24,706 101,994 5,800 26 |
2025 £ 9,000 530 11,423 535 2,857 |
24,345 54,140 7,030 30 |
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| 4,791 793 6,851 70,283 21 630 18,624 0 0 |
461 158 5,547 31,727 610 1,008 13,094 566 969 |
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| 5,800 | 7,030 | |||
| 26 | 30 | |||
| 132,526 | 85,545 |
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05[TH] April 2026 (CONTINUED)
| 2. Tangible Assets Cost At 6 April 2025 Addition At 5 April 2026 Depreciation At 6 April 2025 Charge for the year At 5 April 2026 Net Book Value At 5 April 2026 At 5 April 2025 |
Free Hold Building Totals Property Extension £ £ £ 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 0 240,432 240,432 |
|---|---|
| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
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| 0 0 0 0 0 0 |
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| 0 0 0 |
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| 390,000 1,623,839 2,013,839 |
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| 390,000 1,383,407 1,773,407 |
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St Athanasius COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH Norwich
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 05th April 2026
Accounting Policies
Basis of Preparation of Accounts
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities (FRS 102). The charity qualifies as a small charity and has therefore taken advantage of the exemption from preparing a cash flow statement.
Fixed Assets
Freehold property and building extensions are included at cost. Additions to the church building and associated works are capitalized. No depreciation is charged on the freehold property or building extensions as the trustees consider the residual value to be at least equal to the carrying amount.
Income Recognition
Voluntary income, donations and other incoming resources are recognized when received by the charity. Gift Aid income is recognized when the related donations are received and the claim is recoverable.
Management and Administration Expenditure
Expenditure is recognized when it is incurred. Management and administration expenditure includes all costs not directly related to charitable activities.
Loans from Congregation Members
During the year, the charity received interest-free loans from members of the congregation to support the construction of the new church building. These loans were provided on an informal basis to assist with cash flow during the building phase. As the amounts were repayable, they have been recognised as liabilities rather than income.
The loan balance outstanding at 5 April 2026 was £248,680 , The trustees expect these loans to be repaid over the next two to three years, depending on the charity’s cash flow and available reserves.
Members of the church council who served during this period are stated below:
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{1} His Eminence Metropolitan Anba Antony
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{2} Dr Nabil Fanous (Secretary)
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{3} Mrs Randa Henein (Treasurer)
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{4} Dr Moheb Gaid
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{5} Dr Ramez Nasseif
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{6} Dr Diaa Antonios
Accountant M.Tawfig FMAAT
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