Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ members of
Charity Name
Liverpool Prayer Fellowship
On accounts for the year 31 December 2024 Charity no 1132690 ended (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:
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,
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to follow the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act, and
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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,:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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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: 13/02/2025
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Name: Joe Abraham Relevant professional FFA FIPA (Institute of Financial Accountants) qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: MCC Partners Accountants, 1A Saddington Street, Gravesend, DA12 1ED
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 01/01/2024 31/12/2024 To from
Section A Receipts and payments
| Unrestricted funds |
Restricted funds |
Endowment funds |
Total funds | Last year | |||||||
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| to the nearest £ | to the nearest £ | to the nearest £ | to the nearest £ | to the nearest £ | |||||||
| A1 Receipts | |||||||||||
| Gift Aid £11,055 £11,055 £8,080 VoluntaryDonations £133,343 £133,343 £56,893 £0 £0 £0 £0 £0 £0 £0 £0 Sub total(Gross income for AR) £144,398 - - £144,398 64,973 ~~Le~~ |
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| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). - £0 £0 - £0 £0 - £0 £0 Sub total - - - £0 - Total receipts £144,398 - - £144,398 64,973 ~~————————~~ |
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| A3 Payments | |||||||||||
| Guestpastors | £2,001 | 001 | £2,001 | £1,625 | |||||||
| Subscriptions | £605 | £605 | £605 | £480 | |||||||
| One offgifts,welfare and donations | £2,215 | 215 | £2,215 | £5,004 | |||||||
| Events,recreations and camps | £9,328 | 328 | £9,328 | £12,672 | |||||||
| Rent | £6,198 | 198 | £6,198 | £6,660 | |||||||
| StationeryExpenses | £1,828 | 828 | £1,828 | £2,907 | |||||||
| Bank Charges | £63 | £63 | £63 | £61 | |||||||
| Professional Expenses | £14,290 | 290 | £14,290 | £5,835 | |||||||
| AOG Conference Church Minister Ex | AOG Conference Church Minister Expenses | £1,000 | 000 | £1,000 | £0 | ||||||
| BuilidingRefurbishment and Accessories Purchase | £86,050 | 050 | £86,050 | £0 | |||||||
| CCPAS DBS | £202 | £202 | £0 | ||||||||
| Church Broadband and Mobile | £259 | £259 | £0 | ||||||||
| Church BuildingInsurance | £1,779 | £1,779 | £0 | ||||||||
| Church Minister Insurance | £471 | £471 | £0 | ||||||||
| Church PropertyUtilityBills | £3,981 | £3,981 | £0 | ||||||||
| Independent Financial Advice Accountant | £250 | £250 | £0 | ||||||||
| Kingdom Bank Fee- Mortgage Provider | £2,450 | £2,450 | £0 | ||||||||
| Church PropertyPurchase Deposit to Solicitors | £117,591 | 591 | £117,591 | £0 | |||||||
| Kingdom Bank MonthlyMortgage Payment | £15,312 | 312 | £15,312 | £0 | |||||||
| Website Maintenance | £307 | £307 | £0 | ||||||||
| Solicitor Expenses | £766 | £766 | £0 | ||||||||
| Sub total | £266,946 | £266,946 | 266,946 | 35,245 | |||||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) | |||||||||||
| Camera | £1,869 | 869 | £1,869 | £0 | |||||||
| Car Park Arm Barrier | £1,219 | 219 | £1,219 | £0 | |||||||
| CCTV Device | £300 | £300 | £300 | £0 | |||||||
| Chair Trolley | £189 | £189 | £189 | £0 | |||||||
| Church Media Accessories | £412 | £412 | £0 | ||||||||
| Chairs | £8,570 | 570 | £8,570 | £1,409 | |||||||
| Laptop | £0 | £0 | £0 | £1,055 | |||||||
| Kitchen Accessories | £672 | £672 | £672 | £0 | |||||||
| LED Panels | £326 | £326 | £326 | £0 | |||||||
| Televisions and Accessories | £1,406 | 406 | £1,406 | £0 | |||||||
| Thermostat | £131 | £131 | £131 | £0 | |||||||
| Sound System | £0 | £0 | £8,868 | ||||||||
| Sub total | £15,094 | £15,094 | £15,094 | £11,332 | |||||||
| Total payments £282,040 £282,040 £46,577 Net of receipts/(payments) (£137,642) (£137,642) £18,396 A5 Transfers between funds £0 A6 Cash funds last year end £146,840 £146,840 £128,443 Cash funds this year end £9,198 £9,198 £146,840 ~~==>——=~~ |
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
13/02/2025
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Unrestricted Restricted Endowment |
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| Categories | funds funds funds Details |
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| to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £ |
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| B1 Cash funds | £9,198 - - £0 - - £0 - - £9,198 - - Business Bank Account Total cash funds ~~—=——~~ |
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| OK OK OK account(s)) |
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| Unrestricted Restricted Endowment |
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| funds funds funds |
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| to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £ Details |
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| B2 Other monetary assets | - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ~~===>~~ |
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| B3 Investment assets | Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) Current value (optional) Details Details ~~===—~~ |
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| B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use | - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Property - Former Longmoor Lane Methist Church, Longmoor Lane, Aintreem Liverpool L9 2BU £363,357 ~~===>~~ |
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| Fund to which Amount due When due |
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| Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities |
liability relates (optional) (optional) - £243,581 - - - - Date of approval 13/02/2025 Print Name Sajan K John Signature Loan facilityat Kingdom Bank Details ~~===—~~ ~~oe~~ |
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
13/02/2025
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LPF TRUSTEES' REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The trustees are pleased to present their report for the year ended 31 December 2024 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: Liverpool Prayer Fellowship, Longmoor Lane, Walton Vale, Liverpool, L9 2BU.
missionary church dedicated to sharing the Gospel with people of all ages and backgrounds.
dedicated sanctuary for worship, fellowship, and community outreach.
At the heart of LPF is the desire to make the Gospel accessible to everyone, ensuring they have the opportunity to hear and understand its life-changing significance. We are passionate about nurturing spiritual growth through dynamic worship services, engaging Bible studies,
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We achieve this through a variety of ministries and programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. These include regular prayer mee�ngs, discipleship groups, youth programs, and community outreach ini�a�ves. Through prayer, fellowship, and the in-depth study of God's Word, we empower individuals to discover their spiritual gi�s and reach their full poten�al as instruments of God's glory. We encourage every member to ac�vely live out their faith, impac�ng their families, workplaces, and communi�es with the transforma�ve power of the Gospel.
LPF warmly welcomes people from all walks of life. We believe that our varied backgrounds enrich our community and strengthen our collec�ve witness. Together, we are commi�ed to fulfilling the Great Commission, spreading the message of salva�on and hope to the ends of the earth. We strive to be a light in our city and beyond, sharing the love of Christ and making a tangible difference in the lives of others, all for the glory of God.
Achievements
In 2024, the Liverpool Prayer Fellowship (LPF) is pleased to report the successful achievement of a major goal: the acquisi�on of our own building, former Methodist Church, Longmoor Lane, Walton Vale, Liverpool, L9 2BU. The property contains a Church that was built in the last century, parish hall and approximately 0.25 hectares of land at the rear side of the parish hall. This accomplishment, the focus of our efforts in the past years, removes the limita�ons previously faced in our charitable ac�vi�es. The new building provides a permanent home for all our programs and allows us to expand our outreach and engagement within the wider community. This dedicated space will enable us to conduct our ac�vi�es regularly and more effec�vely serve those we seek to reach. A significant investment was made in refurbishing the exis�ng church building, including extensive work on both the interior and exterior, as well as the separate hall, ensuring a welcoming and func�onal space for the community.
was s�ll able to carry out important charitable work both in the UK and in India. Our interna�onal outreach focused on Kerala, India, where we provided vital financial assistance to two individuals struggling with the costs of medical treatment for acute illnesses. These interven�ons aimed to alleviate immediate suffering and provide access to necessary healthcare.
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Closer to home, LPF extended its support within the UK, recognizing the needs within our own community. We provided direct assistance to a family facing hardship, offering a helping hand during a challenging �me. Furthermore, LPF contributed to several prominent charitable organiza�ons, including the Bri�sh Red Cross, whose work provides crucial aid in �mes of crisis; Woodlands Hospice, which offers compassionate care for those facing life-limi�ng illnesses; and the Salva�on Army, known for its extensive community outreach and support for vulnerable popula�ons. These combined dona�ons, totalling £1,915.43 for the year, reflect LPF's commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of others, both near and far.
Recognizing the importance of nurturing the next genera�on, the Liverpool Prayer Fellowship (LPF) made youth engagement a priority in 2024 by hos�ng mul�ple impac�ul one-day conferences. These events, designed specifically for young people, provided a dedicated space for connec�on, learning, and spiritual growth. Held at our newly acquired and refurbished church building on Longmoor Lane, Walton Vale, Liverpool, the conferences offered a welcoming and inspiring environment for young a�endees. A key element of these events was the involvement of youth leaders from other local churches, fostering collabora�on and broadening the network of support for the young people.
The conferences were structured to empower young a�endees, providing a pla�orm for them to openly discuss the unique challenges they face in today's world. Through interac�ve sessions, group discussions, and engaging ac�vi�es, par�cipants explored prac�cal solu�ons and engaged in meaningful conversa�ons, all grounded in biblical principles. This approach not only encouraged ac�ve par�cipa�on and leadership development among the youth but also fostered a strong sense of community and belonging. By addressing their concerns within a faith-based framework, the conferences aimed to equip young people with the tools and spiritual guidance they need to navigate their lives and grow in their rela�onship with God.
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Approved by the Trustees on 09[th] Feb 2024 and signed on their behalf by:
Signature: Name: Sajan John
| Charity Work British Red Cross |
Amount £150.00 |
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| Achsah Alex | £975.00 |
| Raju Thomas(India) | £241.43 |
| SunnyJose(India) | £230.20 |
| Salvation Army | £153.80 |
| Woodlands Hospice, Liverpool | £165.00 |
| Total Charity 2024 | £1,915.43 |
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