Wakefield Baptist Church
Annual Report
And
Accounts
for the period
6th April 2023 to 5th April 2024
Conten
Annual Report
Independent Examiner's Report on the Accounts
pg 5
Accounts
pg 6-10

Annual Report
Section A - Reference and administration details
Charity name
Wakefield Baptist Church
Registered charity number
1134998
Principal office
Belle Isle Christian Centre
Belle Isle Avenue
V*lakefield
WF1 5JY
01924 382966
Email: centremana
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mail.com
The following were Managing Trustees on .! T&￿•y.....
these Accounts were approved by the Community Council.
being the date which
David Andrew Taylor
Flora Catherine Davies
Melanie Angela Neale
Andrew Willis
Vivienne Rowden
Sampson Kyei
Deacon
Deacon
Deacon
Deacon
Deacon
Deacon
The above named were the Managing Trustees during the actual financial year to
which the Accounts relate.
The custodian trustee of the charity is the Yorkshire Baptist Association (Charity No.
247173). 17-19 York Place, LS12EX
Tel., 0113 2784954
Advisers:
Bank.,
Triodos Bank
Brunel House
11 The Promenade
Clifton
Bristol
8S8 3FA
Independent Examiner
Mr Nigel P L Wyatt B.Sc, FCA
Wyatt & Co,
Chartered Accountants,
125 Main Street,
Garforth,
Leeds LS25 1AF

Section B- Structure, Governance and Management
Type of governing document,. Trust Deed, Registered 141h July 1843.
Approved Governing Document, registered 171h March 2010
Wakefield Baptist Church is a city-wide community of Christians of a broadly evangelical
nature committed to 'loving olhers as we are loved,. Before God and one another, we have
covenanted to help each other discern and do what God's will is for Christians in Wakefield.
All members are encouraged to play a full part in the life and witness of the Church by
undertaking such spiritual and practical tasks as are required for the furtherance of our
vision and objective.
Section C - Objectives and Activities
Our principal objective is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles
of the Baplist denomination, to include education, community service and such other general
charitable purposes in such parts of the UK and the World as the Church shall determine.
The Trustees have given due consideration lo the Charity Commission's guidance on Public
Benefit.
The church building is held by the Custodian Trustees for the use of the church. See note 14
in the accounts.
Summary of main actlvltles:
We encourage each other to live balanced and healthy Christian lives, and lo adopt a
practice of whole life discipleship. This means we take seriously each person's call
under God, and as a body of people support one another in how we work that out in
the place God has put us.
We run a host of church groups as part of wanting to equip each other to seek God in
the ordinary day to day routine. The community at WBC is very diverse but rich in
fellowship. all are welcome. We have been deepening our inter-cultural identity
particularly through styles of worship. In 2023-24, we began engaging with questions
around sexuality and inclusion, through a programme of discussions in our own church
and engaging in national Baptist consultation. This will continue into 2024-25.
We meet each Sunday morning for worship, learning and fellowship. We have a
separate Sunday school for primary school age children and also a once-monthly all-
age service. We have 3 Bible studies each week including one on Zoom and one in
Farsi with aspects of sung worship. Our weekly 'Acorns' toddler group continues to be
very well attended with an average of 35 children each week and multiple returning
childminders who we now know well. English classes are held for people learning
English as a second or other language every Thursday and Friday morning. We have
a once monthly group called PossAbility that meets for worship, learning and fellowship
with an emphasis on accessibility for those with learning disabilities.
The Church ran the emergency cold weather Night Shelter during the winter funded
by the local Council for another year. We provided shelter for 33 rough sleepers this

winter. We are grateful for our volunteers (who come from within the church, but also
externally) who each year help to staff the Shelter. Our twice weekly Drop-ln conlinues,
for Ihose who are homeless or vulnerable housed, with mental health issues and
learning disabilities. Many who have accessed Drop-in over the last 15 years continue
to be part of the Drop-ln community even when they no longer require housing
support. Drop-ln attendees received a cooked meal and clothing needs. They also
received help with applications for housing or employment. Our minister-in-training
regularly attends Drop-ln and Acorns to build relationships with those who are part of
those groups, offering prayer and pastoral support where appropriate.
Our work with asylum seekers has continued and they are welcomed into different
areas of church life including our music group and preparing food for fellowship meals.
Many have been helped with their applications to remain in the UK. Through a network
of connections with other churches in the North East, our Farsi worker has been able
to support many people as they are moved from Wakefield as part of their application
process. Those who have chosen or been able to stay locally have made a great
contribution to our community.
Financial Review
The church received income of £122,555 (2023 £125,304) and paid out £111,890
(2023 £146,876) leaving a surplus of £10,665.(2023 deficit of £21,572)
Free Reserves were £102,415 (2023 £93,694) and Restricted Reserves of £37,980
(2023 £36,035) There was £ 140,395 (2023 £129,729) in bank accounts, which is more
than is required to meet the ongoing needs of the charity.
Plans for future periods
The plans of the charity going forward are to continue moving towards providing a safe
environment for all people to come, meet, worship, deepen their relationship with God
and live out Jesus's instruction to love God and love our neighbour.
Reserves policy
The reserves policy of the church is to have sufficient cash resources to meet its day-
to-day needs including staff and premises costs. The church would expect to have at
least 6 months of running costs in its bank accounts.
Section D: Declaration
The Church Leadership Team has received approval from Church members at the
AGM of the Annual Report contained on pages 6 to 10.
Signature..
Name:.....,.......DavidA Taylor.........
Dated:

Wakefield Baptist Church (1134998)
Financial Statement for the Year ended 5th April 2024
Report of the Independent Examiner to the Deacons and the Member8 of
Wakefield Baptist Church
I report on the accounts of the church for the year ended 5th April 2024, which are set out
on the following pages.
Respective Responslbilities of Trustees and Examinor
The church's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Church's
Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the
Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility
to
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
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 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 you as 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:
which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect Ihe
requirements,.
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with
the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act
have not been met., or to which in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to
enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Wyatt & Co
Chartered Accountants
125 Main Street
Garforth
LEEDS LS25 1AF
elPLW attB.ScFCA
Dated., Z2-

Wakefield Baptist Church
Re5trirted
Funds
Unrestrlcted
Fund
Tot•1
Tatsl
Re¢elpts and payment Account
2024
2024
2024
2023
Voluntory income Recelpts (Note 31
Rental Receipts (Note 41
Bank Interest received (Note 51
Nlght Shelter recelpts (Note 61
Other Miscellaneous receipts
Feed In Tariff
77928.55
77928.55
64769.29
17096.50
17096.50
14796.50
3695.94
3695.94
1380.35
21292.47
21292.47
40464.94
535.00
535.00
233.00
1532.37
1532.37
2629.69
Donotions towards Orop In
474.
474.00
1030.00
Payments
Stipend & other employment cost (Note 71
Mlssion (Note 81
Premises cost (Note 91
Admln & Office c05t INote 101
Church & Group activities Payment (Note 111
Night shelter expendlture (Note IZI
Drop In cost
Fundraising donation to Madhl Hallnelad IYWAMI
39496.13
39496.13
38098.77
24441.76
24441.76
19328.91
19995.50
19995,50
53085.83
2691.22
2691.22
9428.51
3952.77
3952.77
7376.97
19747,62
19747.62
17787.98
1029.69
1029 69
1768.68
535.00
535.00
0.00
Surplus (deficit)
1544.85
9120.29
1066S.14
.21571.88
Opening b3lances1start year 6th Aprlll
36035.11
93694.26
129729.37
151301.25
Transfers between funds
0.00
Closing balances {end year 5th April)

Statement of Assets & Liabilities is at 5th April 2024
Restrlcled
fvnds
2024
Unre$trSrted
Fund
Total
Total
2024
2024
202J
Petty cash I Soldo card
Triodos Current Account
329.80
329.80
329.80
16043.67
16043.67
18137.70
Trlodos Eco Account
21936.29
39197.69
61133.98
51179.02
COIF Deposit Account
Loan
60487.02
60487.02
57682.81
2400.04
24(Ki.04
24fy).04
Total Current Asset
Assets for Church use (Premlses & Content51 (Note 141
Llobllitles- Long Term {Penslon Oeficitl (Note ISI
2903596.00
2903596.ffl 2903596.00
-12.00
-12.1))
-12.00
The attached notes form part of these financial statements. The accounts and statement of assets
th
and liabilities set out on pages 2 to 3 relating to the year ending 5 April 2024 were approved by
the Church Leadership Team on ,...i.W...f*....20l%.......and signed on their behalf.
Signature...,..
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Signature........................................ .
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Notes to the Acwunts
Note l- Wakefield Baptist Church (Reglstered Charity NO. 11349981 has been registered wlth the Charity Commisslon
since 17Eh March 2010~ prior to that date it was an excepted charity and a5 such did not require individual registration.
Note 2- The Charity Commission threshold for 'accrual' accounts Is now £250k. As Wakefield Baptist Church's income 15
round the EICLlk level, the Trustee5 have decided to continue using the simpler'Receipts and Payments, format, and
these accotsnts have been prepared on that basls In accordance wlth Charlties Act 2011.
Restrlrted Unrestrkted
Fund
Fund
Total
Total
2024
1024
2024
2023
lu
me Recel ts
Weekly offerin85
Bank Slanding Orders
Donatlons
2715.61
2715.61
2649.1))
54614.00
54614.00
53032.75
12046.94
12046.94
8338.24
YBA - Mlsslon Enabler
8552,00
8552.00
Fellowship Support
Gift Aid Aeclaim on offerings & standing order5
0.00
650.00
0.00
99.30
00
77928.55
77928.5
769,29
Church 8roup activities
Insurance5/other
535.
535.00
48.ljo
0.00
185.00
0.00
535.IXI
535.00
293.00
CT05S Project- Lease
Rent of Premises
3720.00
3720,00
4030.00
13376.50
13376.50
10766.50
0.00
17096.
17096.50
147%.50
Plote
B nklnt
Tridos Bank Interest (Eco & Current Accounts)
COIF Charity Oeposit Fund
891.73
891.73
375.48
2804.21
2804.21
IIX14.87
Note6-Ni
ht Shetter
Wakefleld Metropolitan Coun¢ll
21292.47
21292.47
40464.94
21292.47
21292.47

Note 7- Stl
end & Other em
Mlnlsterlminister in Training
Pensions and PAYE/NI
Pension arrears
12740.61
12740.61
12793.73
3343.43
3343.43
1248.00
12.00
12.00
946.44
Centre Mana8er
Mi55ion enabler
12558.40
12558.40
12347.73
8960.04
8960.04
8960.04
Travel and other staff expenses
1881.6S
1881.65
1802.83
0.00
394
496.1
155
toln
Iduals & O
anlsatk+ns
YBA Home Mission
7560.IKI
7560.00
35C￿l.00
BMS World Mission
2520.00
2520.00
3270.00
Mark & Andrea
1500.00
1SCrf).00
I¢￿.00
Tim & Hannah
i￿)0.00
1000.00
ILM)O.CK)
Farsl Sesslons
9696.76
9696.76
9509.76
Loan
Fellowship Support & other Misslon donatlons
lo￿.
iooo.00
1165.(K>
1165.00
1049.15
Pr
8ulldln8 & Contents Insurance
Heating, Li8htin8 & Water
Cleanlng Costs- rooms & windows
Supplles- paper towels, cleaning materials
Premises Maintenan¢e
3328.12
3328.12
3060.16
7173.53
7173.53
4793.94
3954.8S
3954.85
3163.62
609,84
609.84
942.66
2720.03
2720.03
38897.98
Premises Spares
New equipment & furniture
1115.66
1115.66
1313.08
1093.47
1093.47
914.39
19995.50
19995.50
53085.83
N te 10- Admlnlstratlon & Offlce Costs
Telephone & Broadband
Photocopier- Runnlng cost
Office Iworship Equipment
Office Supplies & computer software
Other Admln cost
1155.14
1155.14
IIS2.55
804.81
804.81
2514.33
78.76
78.76
42.09
439.91
439.91
2266.72
Payroll Agency fees
Subscription to varlous Organlsatlons
33.60
33.60
1134.98
179.clj
179.00
2310.00
2691.22
2691.22
9428.51
No
11-Ch h&Grou
Artlvltles-
Catering at Church events
Tea & Coffee
1322.38
1322.38
3653.07
637.16
637.16
278.60
Copyright licenses - music, videos etc
Training, Conference & Sabbatical expenses
Annual Event
860.10
860.10
950.17
353.99
353.99
839.95
1165.14
Worship and seryices
Youth Work - Sunday School
402.13
402.13
377.01
377.01
490.04
3952.77
3952.77
7376.97

ht Shelter EJ(
end6ture
Shelter Co-ordlnator wa8es & on cost
Shelter management
Voluntepr5 expenses
Premlses cost
11980.50
11980.50
10113.03
1603.22
1603.22
1504.25
59.39
59.39
60.70
Equipment & Food
Room Hire & insurances
104.51
104.51
iio.c
6000.00
6000.00
19747.62
19747.62
17787.98
13- Movement of Restrkted lunds
ments
Transfers
alan¢e
9747.6
7579.%
14~A
etalned for Church use
Premlses and Con
nt
The Church is the beneficial owner of the Church Premlses, the legal tltle to which is held by the Yorkshire Baptist Association as the
Church's custodian trustee. Icharity number 2471731. The Church premises are currently insured for £2,793,33312023 £2,793,333) and
the contents are insured for £110,26312023 £110,263.1
ote IS- Lon
Term LlabllltlÈs- P I n D fl I
The Penslon Deficit is a provision for past members of the scheme should the Church close. Ouiing the year the deficlt has been
cleared by way of natlonal conlrlbutlons to the scheme. The amount agreed as payable golng forward is a slmply £1 per month
contribution to any ongoing admiThstration costs.
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