# **ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

(Kings Church, Southend) 

## **CHARITY REGISTRATION No: 1094420** 

Independent Examiners Ltd The Grain Store Hills Barns Appledram Lane South Chichester West Sussex PO20 7EG 



## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 


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CONTENTS<br>Page 3 Legal and Administrative Information<br>Pages 4 to 6 Trustees' Report<br>Page 7 Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees<br>Page 8 Statement of Receipts and Payments<br>Page 9 Statement of Assets and Liabilities<br>Pages 10 to 11 Notes to the Accounts<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION** 

**WORKING NAME** Kings Church Southend **CHARITY NUMBER** 1094420 **START OF FINANCIAL YEAR** 1st January 2024 **END OF FINANCIAL YEAR** 31st December 2024 **TRUSTEES AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024** G Dixon L Johns A Lane M Sadza 

The Church Elders appoint any new trustees/ elders following the provisions laid out in the Charity's governing instrument. **GOVERNING INSTRUMENT** Declaration of Trust dated 2nd July 2001 as amended by Supplemental Deed dated 14th October 2003. **OBJECTS** (a) To advance the Christian religion to proclaim and further the gospel of God and His Son the Lord Jesus Christ and by preaching and teaching the Christian faith. (b) To provide assistance for aged persons and persons in condition of need, hardship or who are sick and to relieve the distress arising there from whether in connection with housing or accommodation or shelter or any other purpose (whether by way of loan, gift, the provision of accommodation or shelter or in any other way). (c) To advance education whether of children (above or below compulsory school age) or of adults. (d) To promote and fulfil such other charitable purposes as the trustees shall think fit. 

**REGISTERED ADDRESS** 77 Orchard Grove Leigh-On-Sea Essex SS9 5TP 

**PRIMARY BANKERS** CAF Bank Ltd 25 Kings Hill Avenue Kings Hill West Malling Kent ME19 4JQ 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER** 

Lomax Pavey Independent Examiner's Ltd The Grain Store Appledram Lane South Chichester West Sussex PO20 7EG 

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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **TRUSTEES REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

The Report is for the financial year ending  31st December 2024 

The Charity exists for: 

- **the advancement of the Christian religion to proclaim and further the Gospel of God and His Son the Lord Jesus Christ and by preaching and teaching the Christian faith.** 

- **To provide assistance where possible for those in need or hardship.** 

- **To advance the spiritual education and ministry of children and adults.** 

- **To promote and fulfil other charitable purposes as Trustees/Elders deem fit.** 

The charity makes every effort to train people in its community in the Christian faith, to train leaders and equip young people so that the objectives of the Trust are achieved in an on-going and developing capacity. 

The charity continues to develop its teaching and training programme in a variety of areas, and the church leadership is looking to be able to train members to fulfil different roles in preparation for responding to opportunities. A proportion of the church membership has been trained as Debt Advisors and they have given their time to serve the ministry of the Debt Advice Centre (which opened in 2009). 

## **Overall Charity activity** 

In 2024 the charity continued to build on the growth of the church being experienced in 2023. The membership of the church continues to grow – which is very encouraging. More members coming from a variety of nations which brings a richness to church family life. The new folks are introducing others from their communities to King’s Church. It is very encouraging to see the church building becoming more full and vibrant, and very loving and caring. Something other churches in the city are also experiencing. It is a great counter to an increasingly fractured society. 

The church leader remains an active member of the Love Southend leadership team, and he  oversees the Churches Together in Leigh group of ministers. Invitations to speak at other churches (both in the city of Southend and beyond) continues – this is one way that King’s Church seeks to be a blessing to others. The year ahead for church visits for preaching looks fully booked. 

## **Sunday2Gether** 

A third year of being based at St Cedd’s CoE church for the Sunday gatherings has been good for the church – seeing further growth. The church has learned how best to make use of the facilities available…and now we are seeing gradual and continual growth, with more visitors and more people being invited by church members. We have seen a large percentage of growth from folks from different nations. This particular aspect of growth is a very exciting and a welcomed development.  The current leadership team are looking ahead to how leadership in the church reflects this growth. 

The children’s work (called “The Zone”) continues to take place in the chancel area which is separated by full screens from where the rest of the church are.  It works very well – and there is good room to grow. We are indebted to those adults who have given much time to overseeing the children’s work. Particular mention and thanks should go to the leadership of Alison Lane and her helper Sue Dixon. Those in senior school remain in the main meeting. The arrival of babies is also a cause for celebration. 

## **Pray2Gether** 

We have seen growth in the attendance of weekly online to pray for the church and for other churches, and other matters concerning the immediate area, the city, and the region. Gathering online is more attainable for folks that are spread across the city to join in. We now have a Zoom account and so that is our main format. We often pray for those around us in the area of the church meeting place, we pray for the whole city. We pray for other churches in the vicinity of Leigh, and for the churches in the city area and their leadership. There are 3 or 4 gatherings per year when churches across the City gather at a central location to pray for the whole city. This is very encouraging. 

## **KMAC (Kings Money Advice Centre)** 

With face-to face appointments and the KMAC team working together in the office, KMAC has continued to be in demand and to be busy. We have gained new clients…and we are delighted to see some clients no longer needing our services as they have become self-sustaining and debt free. This outcome is our goal for all our clients 

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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **TRUSTEES REPORT (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

## **KMAC** _**(continued)**_ 

As well as working with some particularly needy clients we have also increased our engagement with a Tackling Poverty Strategy (TPS) – headed up by the City Council. This development has proved helpful and with our input valued and appreciated. As well as sitting on a 30-strong forum, made up of many of representatives from the voluntary sector and the local authority with activity in sectors which have to deal with poverty in many different forms. The manager of KMAC continues to sit on a TPS working group of 12. We aim to initiate some policy amendments and encourage further changes to the practice and attitude of all those dealing with people in debt. This year the manager has also been called to be a “experienced key witness” at a City Council Finance and Assets and Investments Committee meeting as the topic under discussion was debt – in particular indebtedness to the Council. 

KMAC finances are in a very healthy position. Successful grant applications and regular giving place KMAC in a strong position – but further income is required in order to employ a key team member to enable greater efficiency in administration and outcomes. The KMAC 600 Club would need to have 12 members to cover our current expenditure fully. We currently have 2 members, but are optimistic the number will grow. We will continue to make grant applications - building on the successes experienced this year. We employ the use of a grant/bid writer who bills us on an hourly rate basis. This has been very successful this past year. 

KMAC remains busy. We are careful not to wear team members out, but it has always been challenging to “leave the work at the office” when lives are so severely challenged by debt…and other life challenges and situations that impact people negatively. We have a waiting list for our services. 

## **Relational Mission (RM).** 

King’s Church is in relationship with over 80 other churches throughout East Anglia and onto the continent, and further afield via Relational Mission. King’s Church usually participates in RM activities such as enabling mission on the continent, quarterly RM prayer nights, and leadership gatherings including those held in the South Essex area. These relationships are now in-person as well as using Zoom. The senior leader at King’s has also spoken at a few of these other churches. 

## **Church Leadership.** 

The Leadership Team of two elders continues to function. However steps are being taken to consider growing a potential team of responsible church members from whom additional elders could come. The Trustees are aware of this and encourage further exploration - to grow the leadership team to enable the growth and spread the load. 

## **General Finance Comments** 

Church finances remain healthy for the size of the congregation.  The ‘in-house’ covenanting scheme is successful and the Trustees and church leadership will continue to encourage people to make good use of this facility as it benefits the church greatly. However, the current level of income has meant that the employed Elder is still reimbursed on a part-time equivalent salary. He has been encouraged to submit expenses eg office, conference and travel costs. Hiring St Cedd’s on a Sunday is a good venue for where the church is at in its vision. The church continues to be mindful of any needs within the church requiring support. The church has also been able to give to causes away from Southend eg  a gift to a number of church plants in different nations. eg Spain, Zambia, Taiwan and Japan 

## **The Trustees** 

The Trustees are currently 4 in number. We would like to add a fifth member – but have been unable to do so thus far. The Chairman expresses his sincere gratitude to the other 3 Trustees for all their faithful service. 

We have every reason to believe that we shall continue to develop our objectives in the coming year. 

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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

Report to the trustees of Kingsleigh Christian Fellowship on the accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024 set out on pages 8 to 11. 

## **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: 

- examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, 

- to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and 

- to state whether particular matters have come to my attention 

## **Basis of independent examiner’s statement** 

My examination was carried out in accordance with 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 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 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 matter has come to my attention 

1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements: 

   - to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and 

   - to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities 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. 

............................................................................................................................. 

Lomax Pavey Independent Examiner's Ltd The Grain Store Appledram Lane South Chichester West Sussex PO20 7EG 

13th October 2025 

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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

|Notes<br>**RECEIPTS :**<br>Voluntary Receipts<br>**2a**<br>**TOTAL RECEIPTS**<br>**PAYMENTS :**<br>Costs of Charitable Activities<br>**3a**<br>**TOTAL PAYMENTS**<br>**NET RECEIPTS/(PAYMENTS)**<br>Transfer between funds<br>**4**<br>Cash funds last year end<br>**CASH FUNDS THIS YEAR END**|Unrestricted<br>Restricted<br>**Total**<br>**Total**<br>Funds<br>Funds<br>**2024**<br>**2023**<br>£<br>£<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>(Note 4)<br>24,518<br>6,419<br>30,936<br>24,302|
|---|---|
||**24,518**<br>**6,419**<br>**30,936**<br>**24,302**|
||19,807<br>6,265<br>26,072<br>27,550|
||**19,807**<br>**6,265**<br>**26,072**<br>**27,550**|
|||
||**4,710**<br>**154**<br>**4,864**<br>**(3,249)**<br>(636)<br>636<br>-<br>-<br>3,647<br>7,643<br>11,290<br>14,539|
||**7,722**<br>**8,432**<br>**16,154**<br>**11,290**|



The notes on pages 10 to 11 form part of these accounts. 

All operations are continuing operations. 

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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

## **1. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING** 

The accounts have been prepared under the “Receipts and Payments” basis as prescribed by the Charity Commissioners, and they meet the appropriate legal requirements. The accounts are prepared on a “going concern” basis in accordance with the Charities Act and in accordance with applicable accounting standards. In preparing the financial statements the charity follows best practice as laid down in the Statement of Recommended Practice "Accounting and Reporting by Charities". 

|**2. RECEIPTS**<br>**a) Donations and Legacies**<br>Direct Credits<br>Gift Aid Tax Recovered<br>Offerings and Gifts<br>Bank Interest<br>Kings Money Advice Centre Sponsorship<br>KMAC Donations|Unrestricted<br>Restricted<br>**Total**<br>**Total**<br>Funds<br>Funds<br>**2024**<br>**2023**<br>£<br>£<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>(Note 4)<br>19,505<br>-<br>19,505<br>16,720<br>4,599<br>-<br>4,599<br>3,004<br>275<br>-<br>275<br>1,347<br>139<br>-<br>139<br>73<br>-<br>6,404<br>6,404<br>3,141<br>-<br>15<br>15<br>17|
|---|---|
||**24,518**<br>**6,419**<br>**30,936**<br>**24,302**|



|**3. PAYMENTS**<br>**a) Costs of Charitable Activities**<br>Advertising and Website<br>Bank Charges<br>Safeguarding<br>Telephone<br>KMAC Refurbishment & Furnishings<br>Furniture & Equipment<br>Gifts and Donations<br>Insurance<br>Children's Work<br>Literature and Advertising<br>Pastoral<br>Printing, Postage and Stationery<br>Client Care<br>Affiliations, Licenses and Subscriptions<br>Salary & Pension<br>Sundry Expenses<br>Leaders' Expenses/Reimbursements<br>Training and Conferences<br>Rent<br>Independent Examiner's Fees|Unrestricted<br>Restricted<br>**Total**<br>**Total**<br>Funds<br>Funds<br>**2024**<br>**2023**<br>£<br>£<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>(Note 4)<br>492<br>-<br>492<br>60<br>60<br>-<br>60<br>60<br>150<br>-<br>150<br>145<br>-<br>748<br>748<br>711<br>-<br>608<br>608<br>220<br>302<br>72<br>374<br>449<br>2,259<br>-<br>2,259<br>3,675<br>912<br>-<br>912<br>909<br>35<br>-<br>35<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>240<br>320<br>-<br>320<br>-<br>-<br>540<br>540<br>346<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>133<br>166<br>1,389<br>1,555<br>1,569<br>9,465<br>819<br>10,284<br>9,865<br>-<br>179<br>179<br>-<br>2,076<br>-<br>2,076<br>-<br>-<br>410<br>410<br>192<br>3,000<br>1,500<br>4,500<br>8,465<br>570<br>-<br>570<br>510|
|---|---|
||**19,807**<br>**6,265**<br>**26,072**<br>**27,550**|



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## **KINGSLEIGH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP** 

## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS (continued) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024** 

## **4. RESTRICTED FUNDS** 

|King's Money Advice Centre<br>King's Money Advice Centre|**Balance**<br>Transfers<br>**Balance**<br>**01-Jan-24**<br>Income<br>Expenditure<br>of Funds<br>**31-Dec-24**<br>**£**<br>£<br>£<br>£<br>**£**<br>7,643<br>6,419<br>6,265<br>636<br>8,432<br>_Current Year_|
|---|---|
||**7,643**<br>**6,419**<br>**6,265**<br>**-**<br>**8,432**|
||**Balance**<br>Transfers<br>**Balance**<br>**01-Jan-23**<br>Income<br>Expenditure<br>of Funds<br>**31-Dec-23**<br>**£**<br>£<br>£<br>£<br>**£**<br>9,656<br>3,158<br>4,695<br>(475)<br>7,643<br>_Previous Year_|
||**9,656**<br>**3,158**<br>**4,695**<br>**(475)**<br>**7,643**|



## **Transfer of Funds** 

The transfer of funds was a contribution towards Administration, and the Pastor's wages and expenses. 

## **5. CASH AT BANK AND IN HAND** 

|Current Account<br>Gold Account<br>KMAC Account|Unrestricted<br>Restricted<br>**Total**<br>**Total**<br>Fund<br>Fund<br>**31-Dec-24**<br>**31-Dec-23**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>428<br>-<br>428<br>1,487<br>7,294<br>-<br>7,294<br>2,160<br>-<br>8,432<br>8,432<br>7,643|
|---|---|
||**7,722**<br>**8,432**<br>**16,154**<br>**11,290**|



## **6. PAYMENTS TO TRUSTEES** 

Gavin Dixon was paid a gross salary of £9465 (2023: £9,865) for his role as lead elder in 2024. No employer national insurance contributions were paid. No other payments were made to trustees or any persons connected with them during this financial period. No other material transaction took place between the organisation and a trustee or any person connected with them. 

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