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NEWHAM METHODIST CIRCUIT
ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS (SEPTEMBER 2022 TO AUGUST 2023)
CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER – 1136259
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www.nmc20.org.uk
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31[ST] AUGUST 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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| 1.Trustees Annual Report | 3 |
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| 2. Mission Statement | 3 |
| 3. Public Benefit | 4 |
| 4. Chairperson’s report | 5 - 6 |
| 5. Reference Administrative Information | 7 |
| 6. Managing Trustees | 8 |
| 7. Responsibilities of Trustees | 9 |
| 8. Reserve Policy | 10 |
| 9. Independent Examiner’s Report | 11 |
| 10. Statement of Financial Activities | 12 |
| 11. Balance Sheet | 13 |
| 12. Notes to Accounts | 14-18 |
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TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT 2023
Introduction
Newham Methodist Circuit is a part of the Methodist Church of Great Britain in the London District. There are seven churches and three ordained ministers offering pastoral care and services to their local communities. The Newham Methodist Circuit was registered, as a Charity on 8[th] June 2010. The Charity was constituted according to Standing Order 610 of the Constitutional Practice and Discipline of the Methodist church. This is the twelfth year of our registration as a charity.
Mission Statement of Newham Methodist Circuit Mission Statement:
To know Christ and to make Him known in diverse communities with love, servitude and acceptance.
Aim:
In the power of the Holy Spirit, to respond to the gospel of God’s love in Christ amongst diverse communities, enabling and inspiring to work in partnership with others to fulfil ‘Our Calling’ as Methodists.
Furtherance of the Christian love, faith, and services in accordance with the doctrine of the Methodist Church and any charitable purpose connected with the Methodist church or church organisation. (see Methodist Church Act 1976)
Strategy:
To support, equip, challenge, and encourage local churches and individuals to realise their role in God’s mission through worship, services, evangelism, discipleship, learning and caring.
Objectives:
To enable the churches to be the body of Christ in their communities. To bring our diverse congregations together into one cohesive whole. To develop and strengthen youth ministry, inspiring young families. To discern, conquer and encourage in God’s purpose for the circuit. To encourage, promote and develop unique ways of being a church. To provide training and other relevant resources to enable churches and individuals to meet their various needs in promoting the Christian faith. To make, nurture and edify disciples in this modern age. To underpin all we do with love, relevant worship, and bible reflection.
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The activities have been:
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a. Planning regular weekly public worship to be held in all Methodist churches in Newham. This includes the recruitment and training of volunteers as local preachers.
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b. The deployment of two ordained members of staff to undertake duties in the seven churches in membership of the Circuit. Encouraging and resourcing churches to respond to local community needs and the use of their buildings, ministerial staff, volunteers, and other resources.
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c. The Trustees are also responsible for the provision and maintenance of the manses where the ministers who serve the Circuit live.
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d. The Circuit is a founding member of TELCO, the East London chapter of Citizens UK. We encourage our members to undertake the free training provided by Citizens UK and to engage in the campaigns, such as the Living Wage campaign, which started in East London in 2001. Through this membership we have strong links with other faiths and educational organisations which work together for the common good.
PUBLIC & COMMUNITY BENEFIT
The circuit comprises churches that seek the worship of God and are open to all. The churches offer wider care to the community beyond their own memberships and in many cases offer community services and/or facilities for public use.
All Trustees have been mindful of the guidance provided by the Charity Commission concerning public benefit as it affects charities for the advancement of religion.
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CHAIRPERSON’S REPORT
A Year of Growth and Challenges
This past year has been both demanding and transformative as churches resumed regular in-person worship following the COVID-19 pandemic. Overseeing the seven Methodist churches across various localities has required dedicated leadership amidst these unprecedented challenges. The pandemic significantly increased our workload, requiring us to shift mindsets and embrace a "new normal" rather than clinging to tradition. COVID19 has taught us difficult yet valuable lessons about adapting to change, whether we welcome it or not.
By God’s prevenient grace and through the collaborative efforts of both lay and ordained staff members, we adapted to this new landscape. We facilitated worship for housebound and unwell members by livestreaming church services and providing YouTube links for elderly members, ensuring they could participate from home. Many of our elderly members did not have Facebook accounts, so we extended our outreach to the wider community and nursing homes, offering recorded services for those unable to join live. Pastoral leaders across all churches demonstrated outstanding care and commitment in guiding congregations through this transition. Circuit governance and administration were sustained through a combination of in-person and Zoom staff meetings.
As Superintendent Minister, I ensured that digital services were delivered in a timely manner, compiling recorded videos into cohesive worship experiences aimed at edifying, equipping, and encouraging believers. In addition to my Circuit responsibilities, I serve as the Minister in charge of Forest Gate and Manor Park Methodist Churches. In September 2019, the Newham Circuit Office was relocated to the Manor Park building.
In 2022, Rev. Charity Madenyika was appointed as Minister in charge of High Street South Methodist Church, East Ham Methodist Church, and Pilgrims Way Congregational/Methodist LEP. She was provided with a four-bedroom house at 174 Henniker Gardens, East Ham, London E6 3HS. However, her ministry faced challenges in taking deep root. With the support of the District Chair, she was reassigned to Manor Park, Forest Gate, and Keir Hardie churches, while Rev. Asif assumed pastoral care for High Street South Church.
Rev. Elizabeth Osei offers pastoral care to Stratford Methodist Church, Pilgrims Way Congregational/Methodist LEP, and Stratford Newtown Church. She resides at 15 Latimer Road, Forest Gate, E7 0LQ, a property that now legally belongs to the Newham Circuit. The Circuit also owns additional properties, including Central Park Manse and Stratford Manse on Chobham Road, both of which are leased to tenants. Rental income from these properties supports the Circuit's mission and ministry.
Community Engagement and Worship
Ensuring the well-being of Newham’s communities remains a top priority. Church buildings host various weekly community projects, all conducted under safeguarding policies. Worship services continue to be led by three ordained ministers, supported by five accredited Local Preachers and four Local Preachers 'on trial.' Together, they faithfully sow the gospel seed, equipping and engaging both Circuit churches and their surrounding communities in faith and unity.
Recognizing the ongoing mental health challenges, loneliness, and anxiety that many senior members face due to the pandemic, churches have strived to maintain outreach efforts.
As we look ahead, if we transition into a two-minister Circuit, we may need to consider appointing a youth worker to support our growing ministry among young people at the Circuit level.
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The Harold Road property was rented to the Applecart Live project. The Circuit faced difficulties in recovering overdue rental arrears, but Applecart Live has since committed to an annual payment of £5,000. The building are also making efforts to pay rent on time. Additionally, one of the Central Park manses was unlawfully occupied by squatters. The case was taken to the High Court, and we await a legal order for possession.
Safeguarding and Property Management
By God’s grace, there have been no major safeguarding concerns within the Circuit churches. In 2022, we successfully appointed a Circuit Safeguarding Officer. Our emphasis on fostering a family spirit within the Circuit has played a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all members, young and old. The principle that “if one hurts, we all hurt” continues to be a cornerstone of our community.
Additionally, an Assistant Circuit Property Steward was appointed in 2022-2023 to oversee the strategic and structural management of Circuit properties, provide maintenance guidance, and manage rentals.
Challenges and Financial Risks
Through the dedication of our Treasurer and finance team, we managed to maintain our budget without placing additional financial burdens on the churches. However, the pandemic has significantly impacted church attendance and financial commitments, particularly with the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty. Many volunteers are balancing church responsibilities alongside personal and professional obligations, adding to the strain. COVID-19 has altered lifestyles, increased financial hardship, and challenged the sustainability of many organizations, including our Circuit.
Being a church in London presents unique challenges. Newham is an area of substantial deprivation, with high levels of homelessness, overcrowding, and low wages. Many families struggle to make ends meet, with parents often working multiple jobs. These economic difficulties have affected financial contributions to the Circuit, particularly as rental income was unavailable during lockdown. Nevertheless, with the expertise of our finance team, we reduced assessments during the pandemic to ease the financial burden on churches.
Despite these challenges, we remain steadfast in our commitment to our mission and God’s calling. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all trustees and volunteers whose dedication makes the Circuit’s ministry possible.
Yours in His vineyard,
Rev. Asif Karam
Superintendent Minister & Chair, Newham Methodist Circuit
The above report was written by Revd Asif Karam, superintendent and chair of the circuit meeting 2022-23. It is with considerable regret that these accounts are submitted so extremely late, and inevitably there has been much change since that financial year. The very necessary change in appointing a new independent examiner has been an additional factor in this delay, but the circuit is keen to submit the late 2023-24 accounts with all speed.
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Revd Michael Long, Current Superintendent and Chair of the circuit meeting
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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER – 1136259
WEBSITE: www.nmc20.org.uk
CIRCUIT OFFICERS
CIRCUIT LEADERSHIP TEAM- CLT FOR 2022-2023
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01 Rev Asif Karam
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02 Rev Elizabeth Owusu Osei
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03 Marion Gaima
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04 Sorie Ibrahim Mohamed Kamara
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05 Daniel Nantwi
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06 Isaac Ankomah
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07 Jones Aniclo
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08 David Mensah
Chairperson Minister Circuit Steward Senior Circuit Steward 2nd Treasurer Circuit Treasurer Circuit Safeguarding Officer Circuit Property Steward
Registered Address:
Newham Methodist Circuit Office C/O. Manor Park Methodist Church Herbert Road Manor Park London E12 6AY
Bankers:
The Central Finance Board of the Methodist Church Methodist Church House 25 Tavistock Place London WC1H 9SF
CAF BANK
25 Kings Hill Avenue Kings Hill, West Malling Kent London ME19 4JQ
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Lorraine Catherine Purdy FCCA Clay Ratnage Strevens & Hills Suite D, The Business Centre Faringdon Avenue Romford Essex, RM3 8EN
www.clayratnage.co.uk
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MANAGING TRUSTEES AT ACCOUNTS SIGNING DATE
| 1. | Rev Asif Karam Chairperson | (From 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2024) |
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| 2. | Handineti Mutete | (From 28/06/2011 to 31/08/2023) |
| 3. | Jones Agyeman | (From 01/09/2011) |
| 4. | Vitella Abimbola Thompson | (From 29/06/2011) |
| 5. | Richard William Cockley | (From 29/06/2011 to 31/08/2025) |
| 6. | Rosetta Parkins | (From 28/06/2011) |
| 7. | Sam Agyeman-Mensah | (From 28/06/2011 to 31/08/2025) |
| 8. | Joseph Ralph Sasu | (From 12/03/2011) |
| 9. | Gwen Henry | (From 12/03/2011) |
| 10. | Vickey Manyo-Plange | (From 12/03/2011 to 31/08/2024) |
| 11. | Shirley Violet Clarke | (From 12/03/2011 to 31/08/2023) |
| 12. | Colin Richard Campbell | (From 12/03/2011 to 31/08/2023) |
| 13. | Violet May White | (From 12/03/2011) |
| 14. | Joan Samuel | (From 12/03/2011 to 31/08/2023) |
| 15. | Delroy Mcdonald |
(From 12/03/2011 to 31/08/2025) |
| 16. | Rev Sara Edith Coggin | (From 28/06/2011) |
| 17. | Rev Paul Regan | (From 12/03/2011) |
| 18. | Kayode Olukoya | (From 27/09/2013) |
| 19. | Florence Ogunbisi | (From 27/09/2013) |
| 20. | Gwenette Earle Watson | (From 27/09/2013) |
| 21. | Gillian Striesow | (From 02/09/2013) |
| 22. | Daniel Nantwi | (From 27/09/2013) |
| 23. | Marion Gaima | (From 01/09/2015) |
| 24. | Atto Saah | (From 01/09/2015) |
| 25. | Michael Danso | (From 01/09/2015) |
| 26. | Dorothy Greaves | (From 01/09/2015) |
| 27. | Eric Walker | (From 01/09/2015) |
| 28. | Rev Elizabeth Owusu Osei | (From 01/09/2016) |
| 29. | John Calvert Andoh | (From 01/09/2016) |
| 30. | Grace Falolu-James | (From 01/09/2016) |
| 31. | Eden Garoy | (From 01/09/2016) |
| 32. | Isaac Ankomah | (From 11/09/2018) |
| 33. | Olayinka Aina | (From 11/09/2018) |
| 34. | Emmanuel Fanimoh | (From 01/09/2018) |
| 35. | Sorie Ibrahim Mohamed Kamara | (From 01/09/2019) |
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRUSTEES
Trustee selection methods
Ordained ministers appointed to the Circuit are ex-officio trustees and the Superintendent Minister is the Chair of the Circuit Meetings. All churches in councils’ meetings elect their own representatives to be the circuit’s trustees. The trustees also appoint several officers who are trustees in a leadership team. Some members are approved and proposed by CLT to be appointed by trustees to the circuit offices during their period of appointment.
Methodist Policies and procedures are adopted keenly and carefully. Regular training sessions of the Methodist Church are adopted. To equip, enable and encourage trustees to be skilled and observe the SMART objectives. More attention is being given to the induction of trustees and especially to those who are elected to hold officer’s positions. All trustees are expected to undertake Safeguarding Training and the Officer for this has been appointed earlier this year.
The Charity Trustees have responsibilities to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the situation of the charity. The balance sheet and its incoming resources, application of resources, including income and expenditure, for the financial year will include this information. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees should follow the practice below:
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select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently
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make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent
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prepare the financial statements along with ongoing concerns, unless it is inappropriate to assume that the company will continue that basis
The trustees are responsible for maintaining proper accounting records, which disclose with reasonable accuracy. At any time, the financial position of the charity enables them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charity Law. Trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity, hence taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf by:
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| Rev. Michael Long (Superintendent Minister) | Isaac Ankomah (Circuit Treasurer) |
23/12/2025 |
23/12/2025 |
| Date…………………………….. | Date………………………………….. |
23/12/2025 |
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| …………………………………… | Date……….………………………… |
| Sorie Ibrahim Mohamed Kamara |
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ANNUAL FINANCIAL REVIEW
RESERVES POLICY
We submit our annual report in accordance with the requirements of the Methodist Conference and the Charity Commission guidance in CC19.
The trustees have established their mission aims taking into account all of the resources available in terms of people, property and money. Mission initiatives/projects have been costed or estimates made of projected future costs which take into account the needs of the buildings and the requirements of the Quinquennial Inspection Reports.
The Trustees wants to maintain of 40% of the operational cost of running the circuit. With the current operational cost of almost £221,286 we therefore need a reserve of £88,515.
Our reserve was as: Central Finance Board (CFB) £26,528 Charity Aid Foundation (CAF) £17,333 £43,861
We therefore need additional amount of £44,654 We recognise the need to be accountable as charity trustees for all the money, which comes into our hands and will provide further information as required by the Circuit/District/Connexion. The charity did not meet the reserves policy for 2022-23 and the trustees are working on measures to rectify this.
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF NEWHAM METHODIST CIRCUIT
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 August 2023 which are set out on page 12 to 18.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity’s trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do 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.
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……………………………………… Lorraine Catherine Purdy FCCA Clay Ratnage Strevens & Hills Suite D, The Business Centre Faringdon Avenue Romford Essex RM3 8EN 23/12/2025
Date: …………………………………
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Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31st August 2023
| Income Income from Charitable Activities (Note 6) Transfer from TMCP Investment Income (Bank Interest) Total Income Expenditure Expenditure on Charitable Activities (Note 7) Total Expenditure Net Income / (Expenditure) Gain or loss on Investment Assets (Note 8) Net Investment in Fund Total Funds Brought forward Total Funds Carried forward at the end of the year |
2023 2023 2023 2022 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Total Total £ £ £ £ 162,888 - 162,888 308,611 - 4,917 - 4,917 1,088 |
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| 167,805 - 167,805 309,699 |
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| 221,286 - 221,286 227,898 |
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| 221,286 - 221,286 277,898 |
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| (53,481) - (53,481) 81,801 1,766,667 - 1,766,667 - |
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| 1,713,186 - 1,713,186 81,801 2,108,724 - 2,108,724 2,026,923 |
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| 3,821,910 - 3,821,910 2,108,724 |
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| Balance Sheet as at 31st August 2023 2023 £ Tangible & Fixed Assets Church Building(Note 8) 3,451,667 Current Assets Debtors and Prepayment(Note 9) 463,613 Central Finance Board (CFB) Trustees for Methodist Purpose (TMCP) 83,488 Cash at bank and in hand 17,333 Total Current Assets 564,434 Current Liabilities Other creditors(Note 10) 93,985 Total Current Assets Net Current Assets 470,449 Total Assets less Current liabilities 3,922,116 Long term Creditor( Note 11) 100,206 Total Net Assets / (Liabilities) 3,821,910 Funds and Reserves(Note 12) Unrestricted Fund 2,055,243 Revaluation Reserves (non-distributable) 1,766,667 3,821,910 Approved by the Management Committee and signed on its behalf by: ………………………………………. ……………………………………….. Rev. Michael Long (Superintendent Minister) Isaac Ankomah (Treasurer) Date…………………………………….. Date……………………… ………………………………………… Sorie Ibrahim Mohamed Kamara Date……………………………………… 23/12/202523/12/202523/12/2025 |
2023 £ 3,451,667 463,613 83,488 17,333 |
2023 £ 3,451,667 463,613 83,488 17,333 |
2022 £ 1,685,000 205,089 172,191 48,544 |
2022 £ 1,685,000 205,089 172,191 48,544 |
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Notes to the Accounts
1. Basis of accounting
The accounts (financial statements) have been prepared under historical cost convention with items recognised at costs or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant note(s) to this accounts. Financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the second edition of the Charity statement of recommended practices issued in October 2019, the Financial reporting standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the charities Act 2011
The trustees consider that there is no material uncertainty about the trustees’ ability to continue as a going concern. The trust constitute a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102
2. Funds
The funds held constitute: General Funds held for any purpose of the Circuit, which are, Unrestricted. The Circuit Model Trust Fund has wide purposes defined in Standing Orders and is categorised as unrestricted. Restricted funds, which are held for a narrower purpose. There are no Endowment funds. Details of each material fund are disclosed in the final note to these accounts. Any funds may be represented by more than just cash.
3. Accounting policies
Basis
These accounts have been prepared on the basis of historical cost except that investments are shown at their market value at the end of the year, on the accruals basis to show an accurate and fair view of the Circuit's financial position and activities.
Incoming Resources
Income is included in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when the Circuit becomes entitled to the resources, and the trustees are reasonably certain they will receive the resources, and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability.
Resources Expended
This is recognised when a liability is incurred, or a constructive obligation arises, that results in the payment being unavoidable. Liabilities are recognised as soon as an outflow of economic benefit is considered more likely than not under the legal or constructive obligation committing the Circuit to pay out resources.
VAT
Since the Circuit is not VAT registered, all input VAT is charged with the expenses to which it refers.
Tangible fixed assets for use by the Circuit
Tangible fixed assets are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year and cost at least £500. The freehold property was shown in the accounts at 2020 deemed values. No depreciation is provided on the building because the trustees consider the current residual fair value of the manse buildings (assuming that it had reached the end of its useful economic life by the year-end) to be not less than its current value. Any depreciation would not be material.
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Investment Properties
There was revaluation of three Investment properties by £1,766,667.
Investment properties, which are properties held to earn rentals and/or for capital appreciation, are initially measured at cost and subsequently stated at the Trustees’ estimates of the fair valuation at the year-end, based on an index of property prices in the relevant areas. Any surplus or deficit on revaluation is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities.
Debtors and Prepayments
The prepayment included in the accounts is in respect of rent owe by Applicative, outstanding payment for church assessment and the amount on Forest Gate Development project.
Creditors
The creditors included the loans taken from churches and payment made on behalf of Forest Gate.
4. Payment to Trustees
There were no payments made to trustees for additional services provided to the Circuit by agreement with the Circuit Meeting, and this excludes stipends.
Trustee expenses
| 2022/2023 Number of Trustees 6 Total amount £9,119 |
2021/2022 |
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| 0 | |
| £0 |
5. Capital Commitments and Contingent Liabilities
There were no capital commitments and contingent liabilities identified at 31 August 2023.
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6. Income from Charitable Activities
| Assessment of Shares Lettings Donation Other income Total |
2023 2023 2023 2022 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Total Total 103,534 - 103,534 163,206 54,543 - 54,543 109,147 790 - 790 - 4,021 - 4,021 36,258 |
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| 162,888 - 162,888 308,611 |
7. Expenditure on Charitable Activities
| Stipends, PAYE, NIC & Pension District Assessment Methodist Church Fund Ministers Travel, Telephone and Others Ministers Removal Repairs to Manses Insurance Utilities Repairs and Maintenance of Manses Rent Payment Support & Governance Cost Youth Project Bank Charges Forest Gate Expenses Circuit Office Ex Total |
2023 2023 2023 2022 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Total Total 115,389 - 115,389 74,438 35,096 - 35,096 33,024 - - 9,847 - 9,847 10,168 - - - - - 35,356 9,579 - 9,579 9,764 17,781 - 17,781 4,773 15,242 - 15,242 21,896 - 8,332 - 8,332 5,830 2,696 - 2,696 - 978 - 978 527 - 27,398 6,346 - 6,346 4,724 |
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| 221,286 - 221,286 227,898 |
There was an increase of number of minister from two in 2022 to three ministers in 2023.
The support and governance cost last year included an independent examiner fee of £1,000.
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8. Fixed Assets and Investment Properties
| General Fund Unrestricted B/fwd |
Revaluation gains in the year |
Total 2022-2023 |
Total 2021-2022 |
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| 174 HennikerGardens | 316,667 | - | 316,667 | 316,667 |
| 15Latimer | 735,000 | - | 735,000 | 735,000 |
| Total Manse | 1,051,667 | - | 1,051,667 | 1,051,667 |
| Investment properties | ||||
| 368 Central Park - Manse | 285,000 | 165,000 | 450,000 | 285,000 |
| 146 Chobham Road-Stratford | 348,333 | 201,667 | 550,000 | 348,333 |
| 170HaroldRoad | - | 1,400,000 | 1,400,000 | - |
| Total Investment properties | 633,333 | 1,766,667 | 2,400,000 | 633,333 |
| Total Fixed Assets | 1,685,000 | 1,766,667 | 3,451,667 | 1,685,000 |
9. Debtors and Prepayment
| DEBTORS AND PRE- PAYMENT Forest Gate MC Manor Park MC Pilgrims Way MC Applecate Forest Gate MC Total |
Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total Unrestricted Fund 2022-2023 2022-2023 2022-2023 2021-2022 28,378 - 28,378 38,378 19,794 - 19,794 53,793 23,210 - 23,210 55,518 25,000 - 25,000 30,000 367,231 - 367,231 27,399 |
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| 463,613 - 463,613 205,088 |
The amount owed from Forest Gate MC is not expected to be received within one year. It will be repaid following the Forest Gate Development and is connected to the long term loan detailed in note 11.
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10. Other Creditors
| OTHER CREDITORS Keir Methodist church High Street Methodist church Tenant Rent Advance Loan from Tower Hamlet Payment on behalf of Forest Gate |
Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total Unrestricted Fund 2022-2023 2022-2023 2022-2023 2021-2022 10,000 - 10,000 - 1,000 - 1,000 1,000 1,100 - 1,100 1,100 14,795 - 14,795 - 67,090 - 67,090 - |
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| 93,985 - 93,985 2,100 |
11. Long Term Loan
| LONG TERM LOAN Long-term loan from Tower Hamlet |
Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total Unrestricted Fund 2022-2023 2022-2023 2022-2023 2021-2022 |
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| 100,206 - 100,206 - |
This was made up of interest on loan taken from Tower Hamlet Methodist Circuit and consultancy payment made on behalf of Forest Gate Methodist Church development project. Of which £56,118 is being paid over 48 monthly payments, starting from August 2023. The rest of the loan will be paid in one lump sum once the Forest Gate Developments gets underway.
12. Funds and Reserve
| 12. Funds and Reserve | |
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| General fund (unrestricted) Revaluation reserve* Total fund |
Balance as at01.09.22 Incoming Outgoing Balance as at31.08.23 |
| 2,108,724 167,805 (221,286) 2,055,243 - 1,766,667 - 1,766,667 |
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| 2,108,724 1,934,472 (221,286) 3,821,910 |
- This relates to revaluation of investment properties, which is not distributable.
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