## Trustees Annual Report Dates: 01[st] September 2021 to 31[st] August 2022 ## Charity Details **Charity Name:** Northfield Methodist Church **Charity Registration Number:** 1129902 **Charity Address:** Chatham Road, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2PH ## **Trustees During the Year:** Rev Cleopas Sibanda (Appointed 1/9/2021) Joyce Yates Dr Laura-Stella Enonchong Precious Nyagumbo (Appointed 1/7/2022) Christine Graham Colin Capell Josie Cardall Andrew Coldrick Dianne Charles Sheila Whitehouse Pamela Banks ## Structure, Governance and Management Description of Charity’s trusts **Type of Governing Document:** Deed of Union (1932) Methodist Church Act (1976) Constitutional Practice and Discipline of the Methodist Church. **How is the Charity Constituted:** Northfield Methodist Church forms part of the Methodist Church in Great Britain, a registered charity (1132208). The Church Council members serve as Managing Trustees for the church under the Methodist Church Act 1976 and Standing Orders. The property is held on trust by the Methodist Church Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes (TMCP), who act as the custodian trustees. **Trustee Selection Methods:** Usually at Church Council Meeting or Annual General Church Meeting. ## Objectives and Activities: ## **Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document** The purposes of Northfield Methodist Church are those set out for all Methodist churches in the _Deed of Union (1932)_ , the _Methodist Church Act 1976_ , and the _Constitutional Practice and Discipline of the Methodist Church_ . In accordance with these governing documents, the church exists primarily for the advancement of the Christian faith through worship, prayer, teaching, pastoral care, evangelism, and the nurture of Christian discipleship. The charity also supports any charitable purpose undertaken by the Methodist Church, including the work of the local church, the Circuit, the District and the wider Connexion. The governing documents further provide that the property and assets of the church are held on trust to be used in furtherance of, or incidental to, these purposes. This includes the use of church premises for community, educational, social, and missional activities that express the Methodist commitment to serving the wider public. All activities of Northfield Methodist Church are therefore carried out within the doctrinal standards, discipline, and organisational framework of the Methodist Church in Great Britain, ensuring that the church’s mission, teaching and service continue the historic Methodist witness to the Gospel. ## **Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.** During the year, Northfield Methodist Church continued to pursue its charitable purposes and to provide clear public benefit through a wide range of worship, pastoral, and community activities. In all its work, the trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit. A central part of the church’s mission is the provision of regular acts of worship, open to both members and non-members, enabling people of all ages and backgrounds to explore faith, find spiritual support, and participate in the Christian community. Alongside Sunday worship, the church offered opportunities for prayer, quiet reflection, Bible study, and fellowship, including small groups that support spiritual growth and nurture. The church also provided activities for children, young people, their carers, and for older members of the community, all delivered within a Christian ethos that promotes care, dignity, and belonging. These activities contribute to social inclusion, emotional wellbeing, and intergenerational connection. In promoting the wider mission of the Methodist Church, the congregation supported circuit and connexional initiatives, outreach work, and mission-focused events. The church’s commitment to practical Christian compassion was expressed through support for social projects and community initiatives, as well as through a small Benevolent Fund which offers timely assistance to individuals facing hardship. To further serve the local community, the church made its premises available for a broad range of community activities, including regular orchestra rehearsals, dance classes, coffee mornings, and private bookings for family celebrations and life events. These activities ensure that the building remains a valued and accessible resource for the neighbourhood. Through these combined acts of worship, service, hospitality, and outreach, Northfield Methodist Church continues to deliver meaningful public benefit and to embody its Christian mission within the local community. ## **Statement on Public Benefit** The trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit when planning, reviewing, and carrying out the activities of Northfield Methodist Church. The trustees are satisfied that the church’s aims, activities, and use of resources during the year have continued to provide identifiable public benefit in accordance with its charitable purposes. ## Achievements and Performance During the year, Northfield Methodist Church made a significant and positive contribution to the wellbeing of its congregation and the wider community. Regular worship services, fellowship gatherings, and pastoral support continued to nurture the spiritual and emotional health of attendees, providing stability, comfort and encouragement. Small groups for prayer, reflection and Bible study strengthened personal faith and offered supportive relationships that reduce loneliness and promote resilience. A particular achievement this year was the church’s sustained care for members who continue to feel the long-term impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Several individuals who suffered profound losses during Covid – including bereavements, financial difficulties and emotional trauma – found renewed hope, companionship and spiritual reassurance through the ongoing pastoral support, prayerful community, and compassionate presence of the church. This ministry has been a vital source of healing and restoration. The church’s activities for children, young people, carers and older members fostered social inclusion, confidence and intergenerational connection, delivered in a Christian ethos that emphasises dignity, encouragement and belonging. Through mission initiatives, charitable giving and the operation of a small Benevolent Fund, the church was able to respond to practical needs and support individuals and families facing hardship. The church premises continued to function as a valued community hub, hosting orchestra rehearsals, dance classes, coffee mornings and private family celebrations. These activities provide accessible space for social, cultural and educational engagement, enriching community life and strengthening local relationships. Together, these achievements demonstrate the church’s ongoing commitment to spiritual growth, compassionate care, and community service, bringing meaningful benefits to individuals and contributing to the wellbeing of the wider society. ## Financial Review ## **Review of the Charity’s Financial Position at the End of the Period** At the end of the financial year, the charity held total funds of £49,168, an increase from £38,396 in the previous year. This improvement reflects higher income from offerings (£27,874), room hire (£22,728), and investment income, alongside overall controlled expenditure. The church maintained no outstanding liabilities at year-end, and all financial obligations were met in full. The financial position therefore remains stable, supported by prudent management of income and expenditure and good stewardship of resources. ## **Statement Explaining the Policy for Holding Reserves** The trustees aim to hold reserves to ensure that Northfield Methodist Church can continue to operate effectively, meet unexpected costs, and maintain financial stability during fluctuations in income. Reserves also ensure that worship, pastoral care, and community activities can continue uninterrupted, even in periods of reduced giving or increased expenditure. This is in line with the church’s responsibility to act prudently and to safeguard the continuation of its charitable mission. ## **Reserves Held** - **General Fund (Unrestricted):** £44,358 - **Restricted Funds:** £4,810 - **Total Reserves:** £49,168 ## **Details of Any Funds Materially in Deficit** No funds were in deficit at the year end. Both the General Fund and the restricted funds held positive balances (General Fund £44,358; Restricted £4,810) ## **Explanation of Any Uncertainties About the Charity Continuing as a Going Concern** There are no identified uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The accounts show a year-end surplus of £11,477, strong cash balances, no liabilities, and steady income streams from offerings and room hire. These factors indicate that the charity is financially stable and well-positioned to continue its activities in the coming year. ## **Signed on Behalf of the Trustees at Northfield Methodist Church** _B.Jangan_ Boaz Jangan (Treasurer) ## **Northfeld Methodist Church** Registered Charity No. 1129902 Financial Statements for the year ended 31[st] August 2022 Molly Langston MAAT Kings Norton ## ## **Contents** ||Page| |---|---| |Trustee Information|2| |Report of the Trustees|3| |Report of the Independent Examiner|4| |Statement of Financial Activities|5| |Balance Sheet|6| |Notes to the Financial Statements|7 - 8| 1 ## ## **Charity Information For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** ## **Trustees** ## **Operating Address** ## **Bankers** Rev Cleopas Sibanda (Appointed 1/9/2021) Sheila Addison (Appointed 1/9/2024) Dr Boaz Beoluf Jangan (Appointed 1/1/2023) Kathryn Collman (1/9/2022) Precious Nyagumbo (1/7/2022) Joyce Yates Dr Laura-Stella Enonchong Christine Graham Colin Capell Josie Cardall Andrew Coldrick Dianne Charles Sheila Whitehouse Pamela Banks Northfield Methodist Church Chatham Road Northfield Birmingham B31 2PH Lloyds Bank ## **Examiner** ## **Reg. Charity No.** Molly Langston MAAT 20 Marbury Close Kings Norton Birmingham B38 8YX 1129902 2 ## ## **Independent Examiners Report For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31[st] August 2022. ## **Respec�ve responsibili�es of trustees and examiner** As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the prepara�on of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Chari�es Act 2011 (“the Act”). I report in respect of my examina�on of the Trust’s accounts carried out under sec�on 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examina�on, I have followed the applicable Direc�ons given by the Charity Commission under sec�on 145(5)(b) of the Act. ## **Basis of independent examiner’s statement** My examina�on includes a review of the accoun�ng records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes considera�on of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeks explana�ons from the trustees concerning any such ma�ers. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. ## **Independent examiner’s statement** In the course of my examina�on, no ma�er has come to my a�en�on which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect: - accoun�ng records were not kept in accordance with sec�on 130 of the Act or - the accounts do not accord with the accoun�ng records I have no concerns and have come across no other ma�ers in connec�on with the examina�on to which a�en�on should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed: 11/12/2025 Molly Langston MAAT AAT Licensed Accountant 20 Marbury Close, B38 8YX 3 ## ## **Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** |**Receipts**
O�erings and tax recovered
Room Hire
Investment income receipts
Other Receipts
**Payments**
Circuit Assessment/Share
Donations
Repairs and Maintenance
Utilities
Thursday Fellowship
Junior Church
Printing
Other
Transfer between funds
**Net Receipts/Payments**
Balance brought forward as at 1st
September 2021
Balance carried forward at 31stAugust
2022|**2022**
**2021**
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**General**
**Funds**
**Total for**
**year**
**Total for year**
**£**
**£**
**£**
**£**
-
27,874
27,874
24,079
-
22,728
22,728
6,282
20
116
136
52
-
50
50
4,805| |---|---| ||20
50,768
50,788
35,218| ||-
20,000
20,000
20,799
-
453
453
220
-
10,885
10,885
12,204
-
3,692
3,692
5216
-
502
502
630
-
27
27
112
-
3,131
3,131
-
-
1,326
1,326
826| ||-
40,016
40,016
40,007| ||(3,705)
3,705
-
-| ||(3,685)
14,457
10,772
(4789)
8,495
29,901
38,396
43,184
4,810
44,358
49,168
38,396| 4 ## ## **Statement of Assets and Liabilities For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** |**CURRENT ASSETS**
**Current Asset Investments**
CFB
**Cash at Bank and in Hand**
TSB – Main
TSB – Thursday Fellowship
TSB – Junior Church
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes
Cash – Thursday Fellowship
**Representing Balances on the following**
**Accounts:**
**Unrestricted and Designated Funds:**
General Fund
**Restricted Funds:**
Legacy Fund
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes
**TOTAL FUNDS**
**Non-Monetary Assets:**|**2022**
20,912
1,130
369
-
6
44,358
4810
-|26,751
22,417
49,168
49,168|**2021**
8764
191
396
3705
3
29901
4,790
3705|25337
13,059| |---|---|---|---|---| |||||38,396| |||||| |||||38,396| |||||| Property - Purchase price £3,231,184 ## **LIABILITIES** There are no outstanding liabilities. These accounts were approved by the Trustees on: 21 October 2025 Signed on their behalf by: Cleopas Sibanda Position: Chairperson Date: 09/12/25 5 ## ## **Notes to the Financial Statements For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** ## **1) Accounting Policies** These accounts have been prepared on the receipts and payments basis. ## **2) Trading** The Church has not had a trading activity in pursuit of its charitable objects. ## **3) Status** (number 1129902.) ## **4) Donations made** |NCP
Action for Children
Action Aid (from Thursday Fellowship)
School in Bethlehem (from Thursday Fellowship)
Ukraine Appeal (from Thursday Fellowship)
If Kara Bakery (from Thursday Fellowship)
Fistula Hospital (from Thursday Fellowship)
Church news (from Thursday Fellowship)
Food Bank (from Thursday Fellowship)
Kings Norton Hand Bells (from Thursday Fellowship)
St Mary’s Hospice (from Thursday Fellowship)|**2022**
210
243
30
40
100
50
65
55
40
40
80
953| |---|---| ## **5) Restricted Funds** The balances on restricted funds consisted of the following funds: |Legacies
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes|**Opening**
**Balance**
**Income**
**Expense**
**Transfer**
**Closing**
**Balance**
4790
20
4810
3705
3705
-
8495
20
3705
4810| |---|---| ## **6) Trustees Remuneration and Expenses** None of the Trustees were remunerated. No trustees (or members of their family) were reimbursed for expenses incurred by them. 6 ## **Northfeld Methodist Church** Registered Charity No. 1129902 Financial Statements for the year ended 31[st] August 2022 Molly Langston MAAT Kings Norton ## ## **Contents** ||Page| |---|---| |Trustee Information|2| |Report of the Trustees|3| |Report of the Independent Examiner|4| |Statement of Financial Activities|5| |Balance Sheet|6| |Notes to the Financial Statements|7 - 8| 1 ## ## **Charity Information For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** ## **Trustees** ## **Operating Address** ## **Bankers** Rev Cleopas Sibanda (Appointed 1/9/2021) Sheila Addison (Appointed 1/9/2024) Dr Boaz Beoluf Jangan (Appointed 1/1/2023) Kathryn Collman (1/9/2022) Precious Nyagumbo (1/7/2022) Joyce Yates Dr Laura-Stella Enonchong Christine Graham Colin Capell Josie Cardall Andrew Coldrick Dianne Charles Sheila Whitehouse Pamela Banks Northfield Methodist Church Chatham Road Northfield Birmingham B31 2PH Lloyds Bank ## **Examiner** ## **Reg. Charity No.** Molly Langston MAAT 20 Marbury Close Kings Norton Birmingham B38 8YX 1129902 2 ## ## **Independent Examiners Report For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31[st] August 2022. ## **Respec�ve responsibili�es of trustees and examiner** As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the prepara�on of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Chari�es Act 2011 (“the Act”). I report in respect of my examina�on of the Trust’s accounts carried out under sec�on 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examina�on, I have followed the applicable Direc�ons given by the Charity Commission under sec�on 145(5)(b) of the Act. ## **Basis of independent examiner’s statement** My examina�on includes a review of the accoun�ng records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes considera�on of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeks explana�ons from the trustees concerning any such ma�ers. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. ## **Independent examiner’s statement** In the course of my examina�on, no ma�er has come to my a�en�on which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect: - accoun�ng records were not kept in accordance with sec�on 130 of the Act or - the accounts do not accord with the accoun�ng records I have no concerns and have come across no other ma�ers in connec�on with the examina�on to which a�en�on should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed: 11/12/2025 Molly Langston MAAT AAT Licensed Accountant 20 Marbury Close, B38 8YX 3 ## ## **Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** |**Receipts**
O�erings and tax recovered
Room Hire
Investment income receipts
Other Receipts
**Payments**
Circuit Assessment/Share
Donations
Repairs and Maintenance
Utilities
Thursday Fellowship
Junior Church
Printing
Other
Transfer between funds
**Net Receipts/Payments**
Balance brought forward as at 1st
September 2021
Balance carried forward at 31stAugust
2022|**2022**
**2021**
**Restricted**
**Funds**
**General**
**Funds**
**Total for**
**year**
**Total for year**
**£**
**£**
**£**
**£**
-
27,874
27,874
24,079
-
22,728
22,728
6,282
20
116
136
52
-
50
50
4,805| |---|---| ||20
50,768
50,788
35,218| ||-
20,000
20,000
20,799
-
453
453
220
-
10,885
10,885
12,204
-
3,692
3,692
5216
-
502
502
630
-
27
27
112
-
3,131
3,131
-
-
1,326
1,326
826| ||-
40,016
40,016
40,007| ||(3,705)
3,705
-
-| ||(3,685)
14,457
10,772
(4789)
8,495
29,901
38,396
43,184
4,810
44,358
49,168
38,396| 4 ## ## **Statement of Assets and Liabilities For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** |**CURRENT ASSETS**
**Current Asset Investments**
CFB
**Cash at Bank and in Hand**
TSB – Main
TSB – Thursday Fellowship
TSB – Junior Church
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes
Cash – Thursday Fellowship
**Representing Balances on the following**
**Accounts:**
**Unrestricted and Designated Funds:**
General Fund
**Restricted Funds:**
Legacy Fund
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes
**TOTAL FUNDS**
**Non-Monetary Assets:**|**2022**
20,912
1,130
369
-
6
44,358
4810
-|26,751
22,417
49,168
49,168|**2021**
8764
191
396
3705
3
29901
4,790
3705|25337
13,059| |---|---|---|---|---| |||||38,396| |||||| |||||38,396| |||||| Property - Purchase price £3,231,184 ## **LIABILITIES** There are no outstanding liabilities. These accounts were approved by the Trustees on: 21 October 2025 Signed on their behalf by: Cleopas Sibanda Position: Chairperson Date: 09/12/25 5 ## ## **Notes to the Financial Statements For the year ended 31[st] August 2022** ## **1) Accounting Policies** These accounts have been prepared on the receipts and payments basis. ## **2) Trading** The Church has not had a trading activity in pursuit of its charitable objects. ## **3) Status** (number 1129902.) ## **4) Donations made** |NCP
Action for Children
Action Aid (from Thursday Fellowship)
School in Bethlehem (from Thursday Fellowship)
Ukraine Appeal (from Thursday Fellowship)
If Kara Bakery (from Thursday Fellowship)
Fistula Hospital (from Thursday Fellowship)
Church news (from Thursday Fellowship)
Food Bank (from Thursday Fellowship)
Kings Norton Hand Bells (from Thursday Fellowship)
St Mary’s Hospice (from Thursday Fellowship)|**2022**
210
243
30
40
100
50
65
55
40
40
80
953| |---|---| ## **5) Restricted Funds** The balances on restricted funds consisted of the following funds: |Legacies
Trustees for Methodist Church Purposes|**Opening**
**Balance**
**Income**
**Expense**
**Transfer**
**Closing**
**Balance**
4790
20
4810
3705
3705
-
8495
20
3705
4810| |---|---| ## **6) Trustees Remuneration and Expenses** None of the Trustees were remunerated. No trustees (or members of their family) were reimbursed for expenses incurred by them. 6