Potters House Christian Centre
Northampton
Year Ended 31 May 2021 Charity No: 1096465
Contents Page No. Trustees Annual Report and responsibilities 2-4 Independent Examiner’s Report 5 Receipts and Payments Accounts 6 Statement of Assets and Liabilities 7 Notes to accounts 8-9
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POTTERS HOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTRE NORTHAMPTON
Trustees’ Annual Report
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
Reference and administration details
Charity Number 1096465
Principle Address 695 Obelsik Rise, Northampton, NN2 8TG
Names of charity trustees who manage the Charity
Ps Michael Belnavis
Ps Paul King Ps. Philip Azille Mr Alexander West
Structure Governance and management
Governing Document
Constitution dated 2[nd] December 2002 and supplemental trust deed of 12 March 2003.
Charity’s Trusts
The charity is governed by Constitution and the main objectives are the furtherance of the Christian Faith through worship. In order to do these regular activities are carried out and invitations given out to the public. Finance is raised purely from members’ contributions. The day to day running of the church is delegated by the Trustees to the pastor.
Investment Powers
The Constitution authorises the trustees to make and hold investments using general funds of the charity, but no such investments are presently held.
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POTTERS HOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTRE NORTHAMPTON
Trustees’ Annual Report (continued)
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
Statement of Trustees responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for keeping accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993. 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.
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Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently
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Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable & prudent
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State whether applicable accounting standards and statements of recommended practice have been followed, subject to any departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
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Prepare the financial statements on an ongoing concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees are responsible for keeping accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 1993. 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.
Objectives and activities
Objects of Charity
The Charity exists to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ and to teach people the bible. All our activities reflect these core goals. The Church arranges or participates in a number of activities to this end, namely Bible Conferences, Marriage Seminars, Men’s Discipleships, Revival Meetings with visiting preachers, Tent Crusades (home and abroad).
A. Church Growth
Over the year we have seen new people added to our membership and also we have also had a growth in the already present saints which has facilitated the formation of new ministries and activities which enhance the reach of our church/charity. Our regular worship meeting numbers have increased from last year. At the beginning of the year we delegated new leaders for various ministries so as to support the care of our new guests and other challenges we face on a day to day/week to week basis. We attribute the growth to our membership to our relentless resolve to outreach programs where we actively reach the community in which we live. We have regular, weekly community engaging events, such as outreaches, dramas and concerts.
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POTTERS HOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTRE NORTHAMPTON
Trustees’ Annual Report (continued)
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
Summary of main activities in relation to these objects
B. Evangelism
As part of our evangelistic efforts this year we have hosted dramas presentations and concerts. We also had at least 1concert each month and 2 each month during the summer and they were well responded to. We have also noted that our open-air preaching has also been productive.
We sent several Impact teams to other churches nationally to help them in their evangelistic efforts. We also played a great part in our goal to reach our world through world evangelism programs. We were able support our Mother church, Walthamstow where appeals were given to support missionary works around the globe.
C. Revivals
We were also able to host some local as well as itinerate speakers from countries abroad. With each series of meetings which we had with them, we advertised them the event at least 4weeks in advance and we saw many people from our community come and were greatly motivated.
D. Volunteer Hours
The thrust of the Northampton Church is largely down to the continual Commitment, Conviction and Concern of its members. Week in and week out, they faithfully give up their evenings and Saturday to help reach our community. We estimate that our members have donated over 150 volunteer hours in various community projects.
Financial review
The Trustees are looking to New Year for a better financial year though they are very pleased with the growth they saw in year 19/20.
Policy on reserves
The charity has no reserve policy. Restricted funds are used up when raised.
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
-----------------------------Ps Phil Azille Trustee
Date:
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
To the Trustees of
Potters House Christian Centre Northampton
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
Charity number 1096465
Set out on Pages 5 to 7
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 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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Examine the accounts under section 43 of the 1993 Act;
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 43(7)(b) of the 1993 Act); and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
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 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:
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the trustees have not met the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 41 of the 1993 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Mr Rohan Ruddock FCCA
Ruddocks and Co- Chartered Certified Accountants
1[st] Floor Copper House
88 Snakes Lane East Woodford Green IG8 7HX
Date:
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POT10TERS HOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTRE NORTHAMPTON
Statement of receipts and payments
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
| Notes Receipts All Church Offerings Special offerings and pledges Tax recovered on covenants Total Receipts Expenditure Costs of activities in furtherance of the objects of the charity 1a Fundraising and publicity 1b Total resources expended Net incoming resources for the year before transfers Net incoming resources and movement in funds Total funds brought forward Total Funds carried forward |
2021 2020 Unrestricted Restricted Total Total £ £ £ £ 172,276 172,276 126,076 8,925 8,925 10,298 23,010 23,010 18,183 |
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| 23,010 181,201 204,211 154,557 |
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| 164,465 8,925 173,390 144,539 3,343 0 3,343 1,884 |
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| 167,808 8,925 176,733 146,423 |
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| -144,798 172,276 27,478 8,134 |
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| -144,798 172,276 27,478 8,134 17,109 0 17,109 8,975 |
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| -127,689 172,276 44,587 17,109 |
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POTTERS HOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTRE NORTHAMPTON
Statement of assets and Liabilities
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
| Assets Cash funds Current Account Savings 1 Savings 2 Represented by General Fund Restricted fund Assets Retained for the Charities own use: Equipment Liabilities Examiner's fee |
2021 £ 38,628 5381 578 44,587 44,587 0 44,587 49,526 49,526 0 0 |
2020 £ 15,219 1836 54 |
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| 17,109 | ||
| 17,109 0 |
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| 17,109 | ||
| 34,541 | ||
| 34,541 | ||
| 0 | ||
| 0 |
Trustees Responsibilities in relation to financial Statements
Charity Law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which comply with the regulations set out in the Charities Act 2011. The trustees have elected to take advantage of the provisions that apply to small charities and have prepared a receipts and payments account and Statement of Assets and Liabilities, which are set out on page 5 and 6.
Approved by the trustees on ………………………..and
Signed on their behalf by ……………………………….. Ps Phil Azille
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Notes to the accounts
For the Year Ended 31 May 2021
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.
| Receipts Donations All Church Offerings Special Offerings and pledges Other Tax recovered on convents Total Receipts |
Unrestricted Restricted Total this Total last funds funds Year 2021 Year 2020 £ £ £ £ 172,276 172,276 126,076 8,925 8,925 10,298 23,010 23,010 18,183 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total this Total last funds funds Year 2021 Year 2020 £ £ £ £ 172,276 172,276 126,076 8,925 8,925 10,298 23,010 23,010 18,183 |
Unrestricted Restricted Total this Total last funds funds Year 2021 Year 2020 £ £ £ £ 172,276 172,276 126,076 8,925 8,925 10,298 23,010 23,010 18,183 |
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| 195,286 | 8,925 204,211 154,557 |
a. Costs of activities in furtherance of the objects of the charity
| 2021 | 2020 | |||
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| Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Fellowship tithe | 16,954 | 16,954 | 7,779 | |
| Building rent and rates | 33,271 | 33,271 | 33,344 | |
| Building repairs and Maintenance | 6,861 | 6,861 | 91 | |
| Equipment purchases | 15,399 | 15,399 | 414 | |
| Utilities | 9,003 | 9,003 | 8,160 | |
| Conference and seminars, World evangelism | 20,870 | 8,925 | 29,795 | 30,637 |
| Visiting speaker/Love offerings | 9,320 | 9,320 | 12,835 | |
| Revival expenses | 152 | 152 | 1,427 | |
| Youth group | 43 | 43 | 884 | |
| Travel expenses/Impact teams | 1,182 | 1,182 | 2,109 | |
| Local Outreach, Fellowship costs & new church support | 2,228 | 2,228 | 1,510 | |
| Hospitality | 2,333 | 2,333 | 2,769 | |
| Books and Periodicals | 295 | 295 | 114 | |
| Pastor's compensation and housing allowance | 26,594 | 26,594 | 25,660 | |
| Benevolence | 1,653 | 1,653 | 401 |
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| Motor vehicle expenses Accountancy fees Legal and professional fees Insurance Sundry expenses Nursey & Cleaning Reimbursements Admin wages |
3,250 3,250 3,415 992 992 1,524 1,840 1,840 4,729 3,907 3,907 1,178 2,524 2,524 1,103 1,973 1,973 2,015 1,000 1,000 0 2,823 2,823 2,442 |
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| 164,465 8,925 173,390 144,539 |
b. Fundraising and publicity
| Stationery and Postage Telephone Printing, Postage & Advertising |
0 0 102 1,407 1,407 1,454 1,936 1,936 328 |
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| 3,343 3,343 1,884 |
Note 3 - Restricted Funds
Restricted funds received and spent during the year are detailed below
| Purpose Visiting speakers Conference and seminars, World evangelism Total Restricted funds |
Balance Balance 01.06.20 Incoming Outgoing 31.05.2 1 £ £ £ £ 0 0 0 0 0 8,925 8,925 0 |
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| 0 8,925 8,925 0 |
Note 4 - Trustees
No Trustees received remuneration during the year except for Pastor Philip Azille
No transactions were undertaken by (or on behalf of) the charity in which a trustee or connected person has a material interest.
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