GREATER WORKS CHAPEL INTERNATIONAL
26 TENNISON WAY MAIDSTONE KENT ME15 9GE
CHARITY NUMBER 1131578
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
AJN & CO LTD CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS & BUSINESS ADVISORS
2 SILVER STREAK WAY STROOD ROCHESTER ME2 2GY
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| REFERENCE AND | ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHURCH, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISORS |
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| FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 | |
| TRUSTEES: | Pastor Benjamin Acheampong |
| Mr Kojo Sam-Brew | |
| Mrs Regina Acheampong | |
| SECRETARY: | Miss Krystal Mclntosh |
| CHARITY NUMBER: | 1131578 |
| BANKERS: | Barclays Bank PLC |
| 1 Churchill Place | |
| London E14 5HP | |
| ACCOUNTANTS: | AJN & CO LTD |
| Chartered Certified Accountants & Business Advisors | |
| 2 Silver Streak Way | |
| Strood | |
| Rochester ME2 2GY | |
| CONTENT: | 1. Trustees' Report |
| 2. Accountant's Report | |
| 3. Statement of Financial Activities | |
| 4. Balance Sheet | |
| 5. Notes to the Accounts |
GREATER WORKS CHAPEL INTERNATIONAL
TRUSTEES REPORT
The Trustees have pleasure in submitting their report, and accounts for the year ended 31st December 2024. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out on page 5, and comply with the Statement of Recommended Practice and applicable law.
Constitution, objective of the charity, principal activities and organisation of our work
The charity is constituted under a trust deed dated 4th July 2008 and is a registered charity number 1131578.
The objectives of the charity as set out in the Declaration of Trust are:
(a) The advancement of the Christian faith and
(b) The relief of persons who are in conditions of hardship or distress or who are aged or sick.
(c) Such other exclusively charitable purposes as the trustees may see fit.
The church was involved in Christian outreach programmes designed to increase Christian awareness and spread the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Public benefits, development, activities and achievements in the year
When planning our activities in the year, the trustees considered the Charities Commission's guidance on public benefit, and in particular the specific guidance on charities for the advancement of religion. We helped ordinary people in the community to live out their faith through worship and prayer; learning about the Gospel; and developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus Christ.
Our church activities are back to normal due to the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions. The Men's, Women's and Youth's Ministries Summits were held live in church and it was very successful as many people gave their lives to Jesus Christ. We were also able to organise our yearly International and Family Celebration Day, Our 3 days Empower to Dominate, Christmas Black Tie Dinner for the community. We also had our CrossOver Night, Pastors and Leaders Summit, Training Day for Church Leaders, Church Retreat and Church members visitations during the year.
Review of the financial position
The net incoming resources for the year amounted to a surplus of £8,436 all of which was attributable to the general reserves.
Board of Trustees
The members of the board of trustees during the year were Pastor Benjamin Acheampong Mr Kojo Sam-Brew Mrs Regina Acheampong
Approval
This report was approved by the board of trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Pastor Eric Nii Ankonu Otoo
Dated
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF GREATER WORKS CHAPEL INTERNATIONAL
I report on the Financial Statements of the charity for the year ended 31st December 2024 which are set out below:
RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF TRUSTEES AND EXAMINERS
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 (2) of the Charities Act 2011 (The 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to :
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act,
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follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission
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[ under section 145(5)(b) ] of the 2011 Act, and
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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 Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Trust 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 matter.
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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1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or
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2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Isaac Addai FCCA, FFA/FIPA, MBA(Finance), BA(Hons) Dated AJN & CO LTD
CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS & BUSINESS ADVISORS 2 SILVER STREAK WAY STROOD ROCHESTER ME2 2GY
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| Notes Incoming Resources Incoming resources from generated funds Voluntary income 1.3 HMRC Gift Aid 2 Bank Interest Received Total Incoming Resources Resources Expended Cost of generating funds Cost of generating voluntary funds 4 Charitable Activities 5 Governance costs 6 Total resources expended Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
2024 2023 £ £ 28,518 19,574 10,166 3,151 - 31 38,684 22,756 180 82 29,618 18,111 450 450 30,248 18,643 8,436 4,114 12,109 7,996 20,545 12,109 Unrestricted |
2024 2023 £ £ 28,518 19,574 10,166 3,151 - 31 38,684 22,756 180 82 29,618 18,111 450 450 30,248 18,643 8,436 4,114 12,109 7,996 20,545 12,109 Unrestricted |
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| 22,756 | ||
| 82 18,111 450 |
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| 18,643 | ||
| 4,114 7,996 |
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| 12,109 |
There were no recognised gains or losses for the period other than those included in the Statement of Financial Activities.
The notes on pages 5 to 8 form part of these accounts.
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| BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024 | BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024 | ||
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| FIXED ASSETS Equipment CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash in hand & Bank LESS CREDITORS: Amounts falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS / LIABILITIES TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENTS LIABILITIES NET ASSETS MEMBERS ACCUMULATED FUNDS Unrestricted Funds Approved by the Board of Trustees and signed on its behalf by |
Notes 3 8 9 11 |
2024 £ 2,503 2,249 27,387 29,636 (11,593) 18,043 20,545 20,545 20,545 20,545 |
2023 £ 853 249 22,601 |
| 22,850 (11,593) |
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| 11,257 | |||
| 12,109 | |||
| 12,109 | |||
| 12,109 | |||
| 12,109 | |||
Trustee Dated
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
1. Accounting Policies
1.1 Basis of preparation of accounts
The accounts are prepared under the historical cost convention and include the results of the charity's operations which are described in the Trustees' Report and all of which are continuing.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice forCharity Accounts.
The Charity has taken advantage of the exemption in Financial Reporting Standard No. 1 from the requirement to produce a cashflow statement on the grounds that it qualifies as a small charity.
1.2 Tangible Fixed Assets for use by the Charity and Depreciation.
Tangible fixed assets for use by the Charity are stated at cost less depreciation.
Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assests, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following basis;
Equipment fixtures and fittings 25% per annum.
1.3 Incoming Resources
Income from Tithes and Offerings, Grants and Other Income are included in incoming resources when they are receivable.
1.4 Value Added Tax
Value Added Tax is not recoverable by the Charity, and as such is included in the relevant costs in the Statement of Financial Activities.
2 Tax reclaims on donations and gifts
Gift aid receivable is included in income when there is valid declaration from the donor. Any Gift Aid amount recovered on a donation is considered to be part of that gift and is treated as an addition to the same fund as the as the initial donation unless the donor or the terms of the appeal have specified otherwise.
3. Investment Income
Investment income consists of net interest received during the period.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| 3.Tangible Fixed Assets Cost as at 1st January 2024 Additions during the year At 31st December 2024 Depreciation as at 1st January 2024 Charge for the year At 31st December 2024 Net Book Value at 31st December 2024 Net Book Value at 31st December 2023 4. Cost of Generating Voluntary Income Adverts & Publicity 5. Charitable Activities Rent & Rates Telephone & Internet Evangelism & Mission Honorarium Donation to Charities Welfare and Love Gifts Travelling & Motor Expenses Printing, Postage and Stationery Repairs & Renewals Software Pastoral Allowance Volunteers Expenses Depreciation Subscription & Licence Professional fees Meeting cost (Zoom) Website cost Insurance Training |
Equipmt, Fixtures Total & Fittings 2024 £ £ 5,029 5,029 2,484 2,484 7,513 7,513 4,176 4,176 834 834 5,010 5,010 2,503 2,503 853 853 Unrestricted Total Total Fund 2024 2023 £ £ £ 180 180 82 180 180 82 2024 2023 £ £ 5,430 2,411 360 360 8,913 3,905 1,548 1,560 225 150 1,280 950 583 1,229 783 841 615 210 132 132 1,670 1,463 1,160 1,300 834 284 150 150 2,671 385 1,022 2,087 1,280 548 378 145 584 - 29,618 18,111 Total Unrestricted Funds |
Equipmt, Fixtures & Fittings |
Total 2024 £ 5,029 2,484 |
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£ 5,029 2,484 |
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| 7,513 | 7,513 | |||
| 4,176 834 |
4,176 834 |
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| 5,010 | 5,010 | |||
| 2,503 853 Total 2023 £ 82 |
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| 180 | 82 | |||
| 18,111 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
| 6. Governance Costs Accountancy |
2024 £ 450 450 |
2023 £ 450 |
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| 450 |
7. Trustee Remuneration
No trustee has received remuneration in the year. No trustee has had expenses reimbursed in the year. There were no staff costs and emoluments and thus no employee whose emoluments exceeded £60,000
| 8. Debtors Social Security Rent Deposit Other debtors 9. Creditors: Amount falling due within one year Other Creditors Accruals |
2024 £ 49 200 2,000 2,249 2024 £ 11,143 450 11,593 |
2023 £ 49 200 - |
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| 249 | ||
| 2023 £ 11,143 450 |
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| 11,593 |
10. Net Movement in Funds for the Period
| The net movement in funds for the period is stated after charging: Depreciation of tangible fixed assets - for use by the charity Accountancy Fee 11.Analysis of Net Assets between funds Unrestricted Funds: |
Equipment Fixtures & Fittings 2,503 |
2024 2023 £ £ 834 284 450 450 Net Current Assets less Liabilities 2024 2023 £ £ 18,043 20,545 12,109 Total |
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