2023-12-31-accounts - Liverpool Prayer Fellowship

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LPF TRUSTEES' REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023

The trustees are pleased to present their report for the year ended 31 December 2023 for the charity, Liverpool Prayer Fellowship (LPF) with Charity Number 1132690.

The Trustees of the charity are:

Varkey George

Philip Mammen

Blessmon Chacko

Rojy Simon

Sajan John

Babu Varkey

Jobin Mathew

The principal address of the charity is: 18, Rycro� Road, Liverpool. L10 1LJ

Objec�ves and Ac�vi�es

The Liverpool Prayer Fellowship (LPF) is a vibrant Chris�an missionary church deeply rooted in the Pentecostal tradi�on. Our mission is to extend the reach of the gospel to all people, regardless of age or background, and to cul�vate an atmosphere where individuals can embrace, nurture, and express their faith in God.

Our core purpose at LPF is to ensure that every individual has access to the gospel message, comprehending its profound significance in their lives. We strive to create a nurturing environment where believers can flourish spiritually, mature in their faith, and become effec�ve instruments for advancing the Kingdom of God.

Through prayer, fellowship, and the study of God's Word, we endeavour to empower individuals to realize their full poten�al as vessels of God's glory. At LPF, we are commi�ed to equipping and inspiring every member to live out their faith authen�cally, impac�ng their communi�es and the world around them with the transforma�ve power of the gospel.

As a community of believers, we embrace diversity and welcome individuals from all walks of life to join us on this journey of faith, growth, and service. Together, we aspire to fulfil the great commission, spreading the message of salva�on and hope to the ends of the earth, for the glory of God alone.

Achievements

In the year 2023, the Liverpool Prayer Fellowship (LPF) faced limita�ons in its charitable ac�vi�es as the focus shi�ed towards a significant goal: the acquisi�on of our own building. This endeavour aimed to establish a permanent space where all our ac�vi�es could be conducted regularly and where we could open our doors to the wider community, fostering a greater sense of outreach and engagement.

Despite these limita�ons, LPF remained commi�ed to its ethos of compassion and support for those in need. In Kerala, India, LPF provided assistance to two individuals who were unable to afford the costs of their medical treatment for acute illnesses. Addi�onally, we extended our support locally by contribu�ng to the North West Air Ambulance and the Salva�on Army, amoun�ng to a total of £604.33 in charitable dona�ons for the year 2023.

targe�ng children aged 9 and above. This empowering event took place at the Parish Church of St. Giles Hall in Aintree, Liverpool, and was led by Pastor Jinu John, a dedicated Chris�an missionary. During the conference, young a�endees were given a pla�orm to ar�culate the challenges they face and engage in meaningful discussions about prac�cal solu�ons, all within the framework of biblical teachings. This unique opportunity not only encouraged youth par�cipa�on but also fostered a sense of community and spiritual growth among the younger genera�on.

Approved by the Trustees on 24[th] Feb 2023 and signed on their behalf by: 4

Signature: Name: Sajan John

Charity Work	Expense
Raphel Antony Support	153.19
Nirmala George Support	101.14
North West Air Ambulance	150
Salvation ArmySupport	200
Grand Total	604.33

Independent examiner's report on the accounts

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Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ members of

Charity Name Liverpool Prayer Fellowship

On accounts for the year ended

31 December 2023

Charity no 1132690 (if any)

Set out on pages 3-4

(remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the 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 applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.

Basis of independent examiner’s statement

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.

In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect,:

the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act; or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
the accounts did 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 this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: JAbraham Date: 25/02/2024

Name: Joe Abraham Relevant professional FFA FIPA (Institute of Financial Accountants) qualification(s) or body (if any): MCC Partners, Fleet House, Springhead Enterprise Park, Ebbsfleet DA11 Address: 8HJ

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Section B Disclosure

Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).

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Liverpool Prayer Fellowship Charity Account 1132690
Receipts and payments accounts CC16a
For the period 01/01/2023 31/12/2023
To
from
Section A Receipts and payments
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
Total funds Last year
funds funds funds
to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £ to the nearest £
A1 Receipts
Gift Aid £8,080 £8,080 £8,663
Voluntary Donations £56,893 £56,893 £39,187
£64,973 £0 £0 £64,973 £47,850
Sub total (Gross income for AR)
A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
£0 £0
£0 £0 £0
Sub total £0 £0 £0 £0 £0
Total receipts £64,973 £0 £0 £64,973 £47,850
A3 Payments
Guest pastors £1,625 £1,625 £2,200
One off gifts, welfare and donations £5,004 £5,004 £7,455
Events, recreations and camps £12,672 £12,672 £4,983
Media & sound expenses £1,149 £1,149 £1,645
Rent £6,660 £6,660 £4,728
Stationery expenses £1,758 £1,758 £1,031
Subscriptions £480 £480 £480
Professional expenses £5,835 £5,835 £817
Bank Charges £61 £61 £61
£0
£35,244 £35,244 £23,400
A4 Asset and investment
purchases
Chairs £1,409 £1,409
Laptop £1,055 £1,055
Sound System £8,868 £8,868
Sub total £11,332 £11,332 £0
Total payments £46,576 £46,576 £23,400
Net of receipts/(payments) £18,397 £18,397 £24,450
A5 Transfers between funds £0
A6 Cash funds last year end £128,443 £128,443 £103,993
Cash funds this year end £146,840 £146,840 £128,443
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CCXX R1 accounts (SS)

25/02/2024

Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B1 Cash funds	Details Details *Total cash funds* (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Business Bank Account Details Details Chairs Laptop Sound System Details Signature	Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ £146,840 - £146,840 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) Church savings £1,409 Church savings £1,055 Church savings £8,868 - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Sajan K John	Endowment funds to nearest £ -
			-
			OK
			Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - Current value (optional) £1,127 £844 £7,094 - - - - - - When due (optional) Date of approval 24/02/2024

CCXX R2 accounts (SS)

25/02/2024