The Kin '5 Cross Ba tiSt Church ANNUAL REPORT 2025 KCBC S•ILONDON Registered Charity Nutrber. 1155814
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Table of Contents Annual Report forthe Year to 31 December 2025... .. .. ... .. Reference and Administrative details........................................................................................... Charity status.................................................................................................................................... TrLJStees............................................................................................................................................. Principal advisors. Structure, Governance and Mana8ement..................................................................................... Governing document......... Recruitment and training of Trustees............................................................................................. Organisational structure Baptist Union of Great Britain and London Baptist Association . Custodian trustee.............................................................................................................................. Fiisk management............................................................................................................................. Oblectlve and Artlvltles................................................................................................................ Objects of the Charity...................................................................................................................... Charity's alms . Charity's main objectives for the year........................................................................................... Charity's strategies........................................................................................................................... Church Members, Meetings and Membershlp.............................................................................. Pastor's Report 2025.................................................................................................................... Detalls of slgnlficant activitles...................................................................................................... Upward........................................................................................................................................ Worshlp............................................................................................................................................. 10 Prayer Mlnlstry.................................................................................................................................. 11 Production Team................................................................................................................................ 12 Media ................................................................................................................................................ 13 Inward.......................................................................................................................................14 WeltomèTèam.................................................................................................................................. 15 KCBC Kids........................................................................................................................................... 16 Youth................................................................................................................................................. 17 Young Adults...................................................................................................................................... 18 Women's Ministry.............................................................................................................................. 19 Men's Mlnlstry...................................................................................................................................21 Life Group5......................................................................................................................................... 22
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Outward....................................................................................................................................23 Grants and Glvlng............................................................................................................................... 23 Mission.............................................................................................................................................. 24 Hospitality . Evangeli5m......................................................................................................................................... 27 Vernon Hall Coworking....................................................................................................................... .26 Volunteers.................................................................................................................................29 Sateguardlng..............................................................................................................................29 Bulldlng and Fabrlc.....................................................................................................................31 Manse Refurbishment ............................................................................................................................... 31 Church Office Repairs. 31 Finance......................................................................................................................................32 Statement of Trustee's Responsibillties......................................................................................33 Sl8nature and Declaratlon..........................................................................................................34 Independent Examlnerfs Report..........................................-.-............................................................. 36 Statement of Flnanclal Actlvlties. .38 Balance Sheet . .39 Notes to the Accounts .......................................................-.................................................................... 40
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Annual Report for the Year to 31 December 2025 The Trustees are pleased to present their report together with the independently examined financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2025. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with statutory requirements, the memorandum & Articles of Association, the companies Act, Financial Reporting Standard IFRS 1021, and the Charities, Ststement of Recommended Practice (Charities SORPI. Reference and Administrative details Charity status The King's Cross Baptist Church at Vernon Square, London. WC1 X 9EP was registered a5 a charity with the Charity Commission on 4 February 2014. with Charity Number 1155614. Trustees The Charity is administered by the Trustees who act as the governance group of The King's Cross Baptist Church. They are fully responsible as Charity Trustees under law but hold themselves accountable to Church members in aCCOTdance with the Charity's Constitution. The Trustees serving during 2025 were.. Senior Pastor Chair of Trustees Honorary Treasurer Church Secretary Other Trustees Resignation Rev Allan Barbazza loppointed 04 June 2023) Lewis Jackson (elected 26 July 2023) Grace Oyedemi (elected 17th Morch 2024) Amos Dzumbira (appointed 19 Ortober 2025) Lulz Santana (elected 17th Morch 2024) Olumayowa Akinloye (resigned 79 October 2025) Principal advisors Bankers Bank of Scotland 33 Old Broad Street London BX2 1LB Independent Examiner Barrington Hall. MAAT, FCCA Aqret Accounting And Consultancy Setvices Ltd The Vista Centre 50 Sailsbury Road, Hounslow, Middlesex TW4 6JQ
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Structure. Governance and Management Governing document The Charity's goveming document is the Constitution which was adopted on 11 May 2013 and set out the objects of the Charity. Recruitment and training of Trustees The Charity Trustees are defined by the Charities Act 2011 as the group of people who have the general control and management of the administration of the Charity. The Trustees are all Church Members who show the reality of their laith by the consistency of their Christian ¢haracter and by their belief in the Lord Jesus Christ. The Trustees include three Church Officers- the Senior Pastor, ChLtrch Secretary and Honorary Treasurer. Elections of Trustees can lake place by ballot at any Church Members, Meeting. Nominees must secure a vote of at least 66% of those present and eligible to vote and seNe a term of three years. The Trustees have training made available to them during their terms of office. Organisational structure The Church Members agreed to a governance and leadership structure as follows: Trustees are responsible for the governance of the Charity and the fulfilment of its purpose through its activities, acting according to the will of God as discerned by the Church Members, and for ensuring that the Church complies with applicable Charity law. Pastoral Team consists of the Senior Pastor, the Minister in Training, certain paid employees of the Charity, and volunteer representatives from the congregation generally appointed by consensus of the Church rnembers. The Pastoral team has the responsibility of setting the spiritual direction of the Church across the Upward. Inward and OUard vision. Team Leadets include the Pastoral Team and appointed Team Leaders who have the responsibility for a particular area of ministry. For example, KCBC Kids, Prayer, KCBC YAS, Welcome, Hospitality. Subject to applicable law, the Church is governed and regulated by its members in accordance with its Constitution and all aspects of the work of the Church are subject to the ultimate oversight of the Church Meeting under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Members Meetings are normally held every three month5.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Baptist Union of Great Britain and London Baptist Association The Church is part of the wider Baptist family and is therefore a member church of the London Baptist Assoclation ILBAI and the national body. the Baptist Union of Great Britain IBUGBI. Both organisations are registered charities. The Church pays an annual subscription to BUGB based on its membership numbers and makes contributions to BUGB Home Mission. Custodian trustee The London Baptist Propety Board holds the title deeds of the Church building and associated buildings situated at Vernon Square, London, WCIX 9EP as trustee for the benefit of the Charity and the Church members. Risk management The Trustees have implemented a process to ensure that risk assessments are cornpleted, particularly for activities that involve children, young people and vulnerable ad¢Jlts, and for activities that take place outside of the Church premises. Policies and procedures are reviewed periodically to support the safe and effective operation of the Charity. Objective and Activities Objects of the Charity The principal purpose of the charity is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the biblical principles of the Baptist denomination, advancement of education, community seNice and such other general charitable purposes in parts of the United Kingdom and the world as the Church shall determine. In order to fulfil our principal purpose and demonstrate public benefit our artivities inclvde, but not limited to.. regular public worship, prayer. Bible study. preaching and teaching baptism, as defined in the Baptist Union's Declaration of Principle the Communion of the Lord's Supper which shall normally observed at least once a month evangelism and mission, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally teaching, encouragement, welcome and inclusion of young vulnerable, disadvantaged and oppressed people nurture and growth of Christian disciples education and training for Christian and community service giving and encouraging pastoral care to all
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 supporting and encouraging charitable social action in the United Kingdom and abroad encouraging relations with and supporting Baptists and other Christians Charity's aims As a member of the Baptist Union, the Church subscribes to the Union's Declaration of Principle. The basis of this Union is= That our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ God manifest in the flesh, is the sole and absolute authority in all matters pertaining to faith and practice, as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, and that each church has liberty. under the guidance of the Holy SpiriL to interpret and administer His laws grace and mercy. That Christian Baptlsm is the immersion in water into the name of the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit, of those who have professed repentance towards God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ who 'died for our sins according to the Scriptures,- was buried and rose again on the third day,. That it is the duty of every disciple to bear personal witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ and to take part in the reconciliation of the world to God. The King's Cr055 Baptist Church seeks to be an active Christian community and fellowship bringing Christian witness and care to the area of King's Cr055. The Church acknowledges its Christian responsibilities beyond the local community ond Seeks to engage in both national and international opportunities to spread the Gospel. Charity's main objectives for the year The Church continued to offer public Christian worship at I lam on Sunday mornings. There were also occasional seNices at other times, which were advertised on the church website and social rnedia platforms. These services were offered both online and in person at the church building. The Church premises are situated just a short distance from King's Cross and St Pan¢Tas ststions, which made the use of our premises attractive to a wide range of organisations. other charities, and local community groups. The Church continued to develop the café and launched a co- working space to promote community engagement. The Church operates systems to ensure that all people working with children and vulnerable adults are appropriately vetted by the Disclosure and Barring Setvice and undertake appropriate Safeguarding training. The Church ha5 read the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit and 15 5atlsfied that the activities outlined above clearly demonstrate that the Charity is providing a benefit to the public.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Charity's strategies Inspired by the text inlsaiah 6. KCBC'S vision empha515 is Upward Wision '1 saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne,, Inward Transforniation - your guilt is taken away and your sin atoned for,, and Outward Action - 'And I said. "Here am l. Send mel" Our mission statement "Leoding people to encounterjesus. come olive. ond chonge the world," includes the upward, inward and outward aspect of our purpose as a church, communicating our 'why' as a local church in King's Cross, London. The Church Members continue to adopt the following three strategic purposes.. 1. Upward - Focused on worship. prayer. attentiveness to God, and the shared spiritual life of the church. 2. Inward - Committed to fostering inward transfomiation among our members and regular attendees. 3. Outward - Express the Church's commitment to mission. justice. hospitality, and witness to the community in Kings Cross and beyond. Church Members. Meetings and Membership Durin9 2025, Church Membership Meetings took place on 9 February. 11 May IAGMI and 19 October. The Annual Report and Accounts for 2024 were received and approved at the Members meeting held on 19 October 2025. Church Membership stands at 106 at the end of 2025198 at the end of 20241 with 15 new members added during the year and 7 removals. There were 2 baptisms and 2 dedications in 2025. Pastor's Report 2025 Revd Allan Barbazza As we reflect on this last year, my prayer for each of us is this= 'Way the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.. Romans 15-13 Here are some of the highlights of 2025=
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 We started the year with 21 days of prayer and fasting. Each day, different members of our church family shared prayer points. Many of us experienced God s kindness, merry, and breakthrough as we came together to seek Hi5 presence. Some of teaching themes this year focused on.. The Lords Prayer- Unity in John 17, The Glory of God, Practicing the Woy, The Hond of God (Lent series). The Prodigol Prophet, and The Throne Thot Holds. We also encouraged OUT younger leaders in their gift to preach the gospel, so for the first time we hosted a tag-team preach with three of our young adults - Natene, Gustavo, and Giovanna. KCBC has always been active in prayer and worship as a community, this year was no different. Monday mornings we gathered online to pray, Tuesdays we hosted Prayer Room, ond Young Adults prayer on Wednesdays remained consistent throughout 2025. KCBC also hosted several gatherings where different churches came together in unity to pray and intercede on behalf of the city. This is a powerful witness of our love for Christ and for one another.. A Worship Night at the end of June. joined by One Church, Verso Vineyard, and Imprint The Kings Cross Prayer Night, gathering more than eight churches based in Kings Cross (including KXC, Vive, All Saints, the Ethiopian Church, and others) I want to honour everyone that faithfully prayed, your prayers and your worship have been a huge catalyst for the coming season we're entering as a church family. l also want to say a huge thank you for your generosity with your time, talent and treasure. We welcomed 15 new members and celebrated two baptisms - thank You, Lord! KCBC continued to partner with different teams on mission in London from the US.. the New England Baptist Convention, Celebration Church, First Baptist Biloxi. and Northwest Bible Church. As part of our spiritual formation, we ran a discipleship course that aimed to encourage us in our walk with Jesus, to make new disciples and help them grow in the Lord. We also continued to host online and in-person Life Groups. Some key events this year included the Women s Conference, Women s Book Club, men s gatherings. and Open Mic nights. Our outward presence was marked by several special initiatives.. hosting Church in the Park at Primrose Hill. coffee training for asylum seekers in our café. a partnership with Union Chapel to run an asylum seeker drop-in centre. and Christmas hampers for Winton Primary School. We also went out on street evangelism. reaching out to the people of King'5 Cross. We thank God for the proclamation and demonstration of His love in and through us. From the end of August, we expanded the vision for our café and launched a co-working space with a missional vision.. to create a place of peace where people can work. build community, and encounter the presence of God in their daily lives. We launched with more than 12 members and have continued to see the community grow ever since. There was also growth in our staff team..
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Fredrick joined us as Operations Coordinator at end of January, and Mayowa was called to be a Minister in Training in September with her placement at KCBC while she studie5 at Regents Park College in Oxford. My prayer and hope for 2026 is that we will be obedient to God s voice doing the right thing, the right way - with passion to envision and courage to go wherever He leads us. May the Lord Jesus fill you with faith and encouragement as you read this report. All glory to our God, Father, Son, Holy Spirit. Amenl Details of significant activities The teams and ministrie5 of the church are one of the primary ways in which KCBC'S vision 15 lived out in practice. Throughout 2025, a wide range of teams served faithfully across the life of the church, supporting worship, discipleship, community life, mission, and care. Together, these ministries express the church's shared emphasis on an Upward fotus of worship and prayer, Inward transformation through discipleship and belonging, and Outward action through mission, justice, and hospitality. Upward Lead.. Anya Barbazza The Upward teams and ministries at KCBC focu5 on worship. prayer, and attentiveness to God as the foundation of church life. Through gathered worship, prayer rhythms. and creative expression, these ministries seek to help the church lift its attention beyond itself and respond to God with reverence. joy, and obedience. During 2025, the Upward emphasis was expressed through Sunday worship, regular prayer gatherings, seasonal initiatives, and moments of unity with other churches across Lorndon. Worship, Prayer, Media, and Production teams worked closely together, supporting both visible and behind-the-scenes aspects of the church's spiritual life. Together, these ministries shaped the spiritual atmosphere of the church, encouraging unity, creativity, and shared discernment as the community sought to listen to God and respond faithfully.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Worship Purpose The Worship Ministry exists to encourage the church to seek God together through sung worship, prayer, and other expressions of praise. The ministry seeks to help shape the spiritual life of the church by creating spaces where people of all ages are encouraged to encounter God, lift their attention heavenward, and grow in devotion, reverence, and joy as they worship together. Practice During 2025. the Worship Ministry supported the life of the church through regular worship in services, prayer gatherings. and Special events. as well as through the ongoing development of the team. Key areas of practice included.. regular worship across Sunday services, supported by weekly preparation and monthly rehearsals.. corporate prayer and worship initiatives including the 21 days of prayer and fasting at the start of the year, weekly Prayer Room gatherings, and online prayer led in partnership with the Prayer Ministry-, training and development, including vocal training, rehearsals and times of equipping for musicians and worship leaders,. special worship gatherings, Such as Holy Week devotionals. Summer worship in the park, and end-of-year worship and prayer gatherings., wider collaboration, including worship gatherings that brought together churches across London and local prayer initiatives in King's Cross. Through these activities, the ministry sought to encourage consisten( reverent worship while also creating opportunities for unity, intercessiorn and spiritual depth beyond weekly services. People Led by Anya Barbazza and a team of Worship leaders including Rebecca, Hemline, and Allan, supported by a wider team of musicians throughout the year. New worship leaders and musicians joined the team during 2025 and were supported through training and mentoring as they became established. New worship leaders that joined team and underwent training.. Mavela, Gustavo, Holly New team members.. Fred (keys}. Chi Ikeysl. Ife Ikeysl. Stella Ivocalsl. Marcella Ivocalsl Other team.. Gary IBass}. Lew (Guitar}. Jonathan (Drums). Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Worship Ministry both Spiritually and practical. Planned areas of focus include= 101 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 nurturing character, formation, and reverence within the team, ensuring that gifting and skill remain rooted in faith and obedience-, continuing to equip and develop musicians and singers, supporting growth in musicality and confidence.. being more intentional in shaping worship themes and song choices in alignment with preaching and the life of the church.. creating space for songwriting and new music. enabling the church to grow in its own worship expression.. continuing to host player and worship gatherings that unite churches locally and across London. These plans are dependent on capacity and discemment. Beyond 2026. the ministry hold5 longer-term desire to see worship rernain central to the life of KCBC, marked by depth, joy, togetherness and a growing sense of God's presence among His people. Prayer Ministry Purpose The Prayer Ministry exists to seek the Lord in all things and to encourage the whole church to engage in prayer. Its focus is on aligning the life of the church with God's purposes, giving thanks for who God is, and interceding for the church community, the local area, and the wider world. Practice Throughout 2025, prayer remained a regular and visible part of church life. The year began with a dedicated period of prayer and fasting. as the church set aside time to seek God together and commit the year ahead to Him. Our anchor verse was 'He who abides in me and l in him, bears much fruit., John I5'.5. Weekly prayer continued in two main settings. An online prayer gathering met regularly, bringing together members of the prayer team to give thanks and intercede together. In addition, in-person prayer took place during the week at the church building, with particular focus given to praying across the life of the church. including worship, discipleship, leadership, and mission, as well as global and local concems. Members of the Prayer Ministry were also available to pray with others during Sunday services and to support prayer as needed. People Led by Liz Akinloye and RebKGI Harrison. and supported by a small and committed team. During the year, additional participants joined the online prayer gatherings, and members of the team were encouraged to tske turns leading prayer. Through these gatherings and through
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 prayer offered during seNices, the ministry seNed the wider church community by supporting individuals, leaders, and ministry teams in prayer. Plans Looking ahead, the intention 15 to continue developing a prayer ministry team that 15 reliable, well equipped, and confident in intercession. Plan5 include strengthening opportunitie5 for corporate prayer through regular online and in-person prayer gatherings, alongside continued prayer and worship as part of church services. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and the availability of team members. Beyond 2026, the prayer ministry holds a longer-tem) vision for prayer to remain central to all spects of church life, supporting the church in seeking God faithfully and consistently as a community. Production Team Purpose The Production Team exists to support the worship and gathered life of the church by providing reliable audio, visual, and livestream support. Working primarily in the background, the team helps ensure that seNices run smooihly and that both in-person and online participants are able to engage fully with worship, teaching, and prayer. Practice Throughout 2025, the Production Team played a vital role in supporting Sunday services and wider church gatherings. Key areas of practice included.. managing audio and visual systems during Sunday service& supporting clarity and continuity across worship and teaching,. live-streaming seNices on YouTube each week, enabling those unable to attend in person to participate in church life-, working closely with worship leaders. speakers. and other ministry teams to support the flow and technical needs of services. Much of this work took place quietly and consistently behind the scenes, contributing to services that were technically dependable and free from unnecessary distraction. People Led by Fredrick Duncan and made up of a committed group of volunteers, including Deji, Ikode, Natene, Megan, Kirstie, Marcella. Enes, Jacob, Aliana, Sope, and MJ. Team members served in various technical roles, supporting sound. visuals. and livestream delivery.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Through their willingness to serye faithfully and collaboratively, the team provided essential support to the wider church community. enabling others to lead and participate with confidence. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Production Team and its technical provision. Planned areas of focus include.. developing the team further through training and skill-building., maintaining and improving audio, visual, and livestream equipment within the church., supporting new volunteers to join the team and grow in confidence. These plans are dependent on capacity and resources. Beyond 2026. the longer-term aim is to continue providing dependable. high-quality technical support that serves the worship and mission of the church with excellence and care. Media Purpose The Media Ministry exists to support the life of the church by communicating clearly, creatively, and accessibly what KCBC is about and what is happening within the church community. Through visual design. digital media. and communication too15, the ministry seeks to honour God and help people engage more fully with worship. discipleship, and church life. Practice During 2025, the Media Ministry supported a wide range of church activities through consistent communication, design, and creative output Key areas of practice included.. supporting prayer and worship life, including creating daily graphics and videos during the 21 days of prayer and fasting, with contributions from members of the church community,. regular communication and design worl such as weekty social media posts, newsletter graphics, flyers, and visual materials for events and ministries- creative content production, including graphics, reels. and announcements for church services, prayer gatherings, youth and young adults. events, women's activities, outreach initiatives, and seasonal seNices such as Easter and Christmas,. reviewing and improving communication channels, including the use of WhatsApp, newsletters, social media, YouTube, and the church website.. practical visual improvements. such as developing new signage at the front of the church and updating leadership photographs.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Alongside this work, the team met regularly for training. planning, and collaboration, as well as exploring ways to widen participation within the ministry. People Led by Anya Barbazza and supported by a creative and collaborative team. Team members contributed across different areas. including graphic design. social media posting, video editing, and strategic planning. Others supported the ministry by sharing information about upcoming events and co-ordinating content for weekly communications. Through their combined skills and creativity, the team supported the wider church by helping information, encouragement, and invitation reach both the congregation and the wider community. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Media Ministry as a creative and responsive part of church life. Planned areas of focus include: developing a new church website, improving accessibility and communication,. completing and improving external signage around the church building., recruiting new team members, helping share the workload and bring additional gifts and ideas into the ministry. These plans are dependent on capacity and timing. Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term desire to continue serving the church through thoughtful, creative communication that reflects both the heart and the activity of KCBC. Inward Lead.. Mayowa Akinloye The Inward teams and ministries at KCBC focus on discipleship. care. and growth within the church community. These ministries support people at different stages of life and faith, helping individuals not only feel welcomed but also nurtured. formed. and encouraged to flourish as followers of Jesus. Throughout 2025, this emphasis was expressed through ministries serving children, young people, adults, and families, including Life Groups, KCBC Kids, Youth, Young Adults, Men's and Women's Ministries. Together, they created spaces for teaching, pastoral care, friendship, and 141 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 accountability. The Inward focus reflects a shared commitment to seeing people grow in spiritual maturity and to building a church culture marked by care, responsibility, and belonging. Welcome Team Purpose The Welcome Ministry exists to help church members and newcomers feel seen, acknowledged, and valued as they entei the life of the church. Through simple acts of hospitality, kindness, and joy, the ministry seeks to create an environment where people feel comfortable returning and, over time, becoming part of the church famity. Practice During 2025, the Welcome Ministry continued to support the regular gatherings of the church through a consistent and friendly presence. This included: greeting people as they arrived for services-, helping to create a warm and hospitable atmosphere before and during gatherings,. supporting newcomers as they encountered the church community for the first time. While no additional activities were specifically recorded for the year. the steady presence of the Welcome Team formed an important part of the church's weekly rhythm and contributed quietly but significantly to the life of the congregation. People Led by Mamie Mpaka Batia, and supported by a team ofvolunteers who served throughout the year. Working together, the team helped ensure that both long-standing members and visitors were received with care and warmth. Through this service, the ministry supported individuals at their first point of contsct with the hurch and helped foster a growing sense of belonging within the wider church community. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Welcome Ministry and supporting the health of the team. Areas of focus include: meeting together as a team to reflect on current practice and discuss possible improvements-, creating opportunities for fellowship within the team. allowing space for sharing, encouragement, and relationship-building.
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity- Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term desire to continue growing, both spiritually and physically, as it supports the church in extending welcome and hospitality to all who enter. KCBC Kids Purpose KCBC Kids exists to lay strong foundations for children aged 4-1 I to encounter Jesus through the loving community of the church. The ministry builds on what children are learning at home and in school, creating a safe, joyFul environment where faith is nurtured, friendships are formed, and lasting memories are MadMemOrieS that help shape what it means to know, love, and walk with the Lord. Practice During 2025, KCBC Kids continued to provide regular, Bible-centred sessions for children attending the church. Sessions followed the Energize syllabus. offering a consistent and engaging structure that included welcome activities and games, Bible teaching, worship, prayer, and interactive learning. Key areas of practice during the year included- Bible-centred learning, helping children engage with Scripture and grow in understanding of who Jesus is., community and relationship-building. through games. discussion, and shared activities that supported friendships among both regular and visiting children.. creative involvement in church life, including participation in a Christmos Bus Stop Ploy, which enabled children to engage with the Christmas story and take part visibly in the wider worshipping community. Through these activities, the ministry sought to provide a space where children could feel safe, included, and encouraged as they eyplored faith together. People Led by Abimbola Akinloye and supported by a team of 11 volunteers. Ikode. Mayowa. Temi. Grace. Temitayo, Stella. Jessica. Liz. Augustina and Andrea. The team included both long-standing members and new volunteers who joined in 2025, working together to care for children, prepare sessions, and support learning and play. Through their service, the team supported children and families within the church, helping parents feel encouraged and children feel known, valued, and well cared for Plans 161 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Looking ahead, the intention is to continue developing KCBC Kids as a joyful, Bible-centred ministry for children and families. Planned areas of focus include.. providing opportunities for social activities outside of Sunday sessions. helping children experience community beyond church gatherings,. deepening Bible-centred learning. with greater engagement in Scripture and its wider theme5-, improving and redecorating the children's space. creating an environment that feels welcoming and clearly belongs to the children. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity- Beyond 2026, the ministry holds longer-term vision to remain fully integrated into the life of the church, supporting children in growing faith and encouraging families as they nurture discipleship at home, while continuin9 to develop a confident, united, and joyful serving team. Youth Purpose The Youth Ministry exists to support the spiritual growth and wellbeing of young people within the church, providing a space where they Can explore faith. ask questions, and grow as disciples of Jesus. The ministry seeks to accompany young people through a key stage of life and to help bridge the transition between children's ministry and young adult church life. Practice During 2025, the Youth Ministry continued to engage with young people primarily through regular gatherings connected to Sunday worship. Key areas of practice included.. Sunday morning discussions with young people aged 11-16, providing time for conversation, reflection. and engagement with faith following the main service,. developing a new ministry space aimed at bridging the gap between KCBC Kids and the Young Adults Ministry, helping young people transition into the wider life of the church. While activity during the year was modest in scale, these gatherings provided an important foundation for learning, listening, and relationship-building with young people in the church community. People Led by Stella Onwuemene, with support from Mayowa, who together facilitated discussions and supported young people during Sunday sessions. Through their involvement, the leaders sought to offer consistency, care, and guidance to those participating in the ministry. 171 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 The ministry seNed young people within the church community, supporting them during a formative stage of faith and helping them feel included and valued within the wider congregation. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to develop the Youth Ministry further as capacity and leadership allow. Planned areas of focus include.. establishing more regular meetings for young people-, strengthening connections with youth groups in other local churches, supporting collaboration, learning. and shared activity. These plans are dependent on volunteer availability and leadership capacity. Beyond 2026, the longer-term hope is for young people to participate regularly in youth fellowship, whether through KCBC-based gatherings or through strengthened links with established youth ministries in the local area, supporting ongoing discipleship and belonging. Young Adults Purpose The Young Adults Ministry exists to support young adults in 9rowing in their walk with Christ as they navigate adulthood. The ministry seeks to help young adults encounter Jesus and deepen their faith, in line with the inward mission of the church, while encouraging a sense of belonging, mutual support, and shared discipleship within the church community. Practice During 2025, the Young Adults Ministry continued to provide a range of opportunities for connection, discipleship, and community among young adults. Key areas of practice included.. Regular gatherings, including life groups and prayer, creating space for Scripture, discussion, and mutual encouragemenL Social activities, such as a sports day, a bowling trip, and a Christmas dinner, helping to strengthen relationships and build community,. Rhythms of prayer and fasting. supporting the spiritual life of the group and encouraging deeper engagement with faith. Through these activities, the ministry sought to create a consistent and welcoming space where young adults could grow both spiritually and relationally. 181 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 People Led by Nalene Ogberahwe, Megan Yabar, MJ Fordan, and Ikode Agbi, who served together in leading gatherings, prayer, and group activities throughout the year. The facilitators supported the pastoral care and wellbeing of those involved and helped maintain regular contact and communication within the group. The ministry served young adults aged 18 to 35, providing a space where individuals could feel known, supported, and encouraged as part of the wider life of the church. Beyond the ministry itself, a number of young adults were also involved in serving across other church teams, contributing their gifts to the wider church community- Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the spiritual foundations and pastoral support offered through the Young Adults Ministry. Planned areas of focus include.. creating lurther opportunities to grow in faith and understanding. including deeper engagement with Scripture and theology., increasing pastoral care and intentional discipleship within the group., continuing to offer social gatherings that support fellowship and connection. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and the availability of facilitators. Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term vision for increased spiritual depth among young adults, supporting them in applying their faith thoughtfully and intentionally in everyday life, and encouraging them to discover their gifts and sense of purpose both within and beyond the church. Women's Ministry Purpose The Women's Ministry exists to support women in encountering Jesus, growing deeply in their faith, and living confidently in the calling God has placed on their lives. The ministry seeks to nurture a genuine sisterhood by providing a warm and authentic space where women can build meaningful relationships, grow spiritual roots, and be encouraged to thrive in every area of life. Practice During 2025, the Women's Ministry continued to create spaces for connection, spiritual growth, and shared life through both larger gatherings and smaller, more intimate settings. Key areas of practice included.. International Women's Day Gathering, held under the theme -Rooted in Faith, Empowered for Purpose". This annual event brought women together for a day of worship. prayer,
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 conversation, and shared meals. The gathering intentionally combined spiritual depth with joytul community and provided an opportunity for women to invite friends, extending welcome beyond the immediate church community. Summer Book Club, centred on Slow Burn by Dawn Chere Wilkerson. Over six weeks, a small group of women met in person to share reflections on the book and on their own life journeys. These gatherings fostered intergenerational and intercultural connection and created a relaxed, safe environment for deeper conversation and ielationship-building. Across these activities, the ministry sought to move away from formal conference-style events and toward environments where women felt comfortable engaging, sharing openly, and being heard. People Led by Mayowa Akinloye, supported by a dedicated team of women including Rebecca, Glovanna, Bim, and Anya. The team seNed together prayerfully and collaboratively, offering their gifts and time both in visible leadership and in the behind-the-scenes care that made gatherings possible. Through their shared commitmen¢ the team supported women across different ages, cultures, and stages of life, helping foster a sense of belonging, encouragement, and spiritual care within the wider church community. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue developing the Women's Ministry as a place of becoming, connection, and discipleship. Planned areas of focus include.. continuing the annual International Women's Day Gathering as a key moment of worship and encouragement., building on the small-group book club model through a summer mini-series., hosting social brunch gathering& creating relaxed and welcoming spaces for connection and invitation.. encouraging intergenerational and cross<ultural discipleship, supporting women to walk alongside one another in faith. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity- Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term vision to see women's gifts recognised and nurtured. and to build stronger connections with other women's ministries within the Baptist family and the wider Christian community. 201 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Men's Ministry Purpose The Men's Ministry exists to equip and encourage men to grow as faithful followers of Christ supporting them as they seek to live out their faith in their homes, workplaces, and communities. The ministry provides space for men to deepen their relationship with God, support one another through life's challenges, and grow into Christ-like, setvant-hearted leadership. Practice During 2025, the Men's Ministry continued to create opportunities for fellowship, reflection, and encouragement among men in the church. Key areas of practice included.. Men's brunch gatherings, offering time for fellowship over food and conversation, where men could share experiences, build friendships, and encourage one another, participation in wider men's events, including engagement with a men's conference hosted at KCBC, which focused on themes such as healing, family life, leadership, and community transformation. Through these moments, the ministry sought to foster connection and reflection rather than maintaining a bu programme. allowing space for Conversation. prayer, and mutual support. People Led by Henry Oppon, Allan Barbazza, and Lewis Jackson, who helped guide and encourage the ministry during the year. Through their involvement, the ministry served men across the church community, providing opportunities for connection, mentoring, and personal growth. The ministry also recognised the wider impact of its work on families and church life, as men were encouraged to apply what they were learning in their homes and relationships. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue developing the Men's Ministry as a space for spiritual growth, honest relationship, and seryice. Areas of focus include.. encouraging men to deepen their faith through Scripture, prayer, and di5cipleship- fostering authentic relationships marked by trust, accountability, and mutual support,. equipping men to lead well in family life. church. and the wider community, through humility and service. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and leadership availability. Beyond 2026, the longer-term desire is to see a community of men who are spiritually grounded, relationally connected, and actively engaged in God's mission, living out their faith in practical and compassionate ways. 21 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Life Groups Purpose The Life Groups Ministry exists to support members of the congregation in growing together in faith through small-group gatherings. These groups provide space to reflect on Scripture, revisit teaching shared on Sundays. and build relationships that encourage mutual support, discipleship, and spiritual growth as part of the inward life of the church. Practice During 2025, Life Groups continued to meet mainty in small settings. with gatherings taking place online through platforms such as Zoom and WhatsApp. Group5 met regularly to study the Bible together and to reflect on messages preached during Sunday services. In addition to regular group meetings, the ministry supported development and learning among group leaders and participants. Key moments during the year included.. Life group training, led by Ed Earnshow from Fusion, which took place at the church and provided an opportunity for leaders and participants to reflect on the purpose and practice of life groups-, the continuation of context-specific groups. including a life group serving Iranian members of the congregation, led by members of the pastoral and ministry team. Alongside these artivities. there were attempts to establish additional Bible study gatherings during the year. While not all of these continued long-term. they formed part of the ministry's ongoing learning and discernment about structure, leadership, and participation. People Led by Mayowa Akinloye, before passing on to Stella Onwuemene. Group leaders and facilitators gave their time to support teaching, prayer. and conversation within smaller settings, helping members engage more deeply with churth life beyond Sunday services. Through its various groups. the ministry served members of the congregation across different backgrounds, offering spaces where people could be known, supported, and encouraged in their faith journey. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Life Groups Ministry and to encourage wider participation across the congregation. Planned areas of focus include= developing more intentional, mission-focused Bible studies within life groups,. supporting the formation of new groups, as leaders and capacity allow., creating opportunities for at least occasional face-to-face life group gatherings alongside online meetings. 22 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 These plans are dependent on volunteer availability and leadership capacity. Beyond 2026, the longer-term vision is for life 9roups to remain a central part of church life, supporting discipleship and community. with the aim that all member5 of the congregation have the opportunity to belong to a life group. Outward Lead.. Amanda Jackson The Outward teams and ministries at KCBC reflect the church's commitment to mission, justice, and presence beyond its own community. These ministries encourage the church to live out faith in everyday life through generosity, hospltality, and thoughttul engagement with the wider world. During 2025, the OUard emphasis was seen through Mi55ion. Evangelism. Vernon Hall Coworking, and other community-facing initiatives. Together, these ministries supported prayer for local and global concerns, practical giving, outreach, and the missional use of church spaces. Rather than locating mission in one area alone, the Outward approach sought to embed responsibility across the whole church, encouraging members to bear witness to Christ through both words and actions in daily life. KCBC also continued to express generosity through financial giving and the responsible use of grants, supporting both local needs and wider mission initiatives. Grants and Giving Clerkenwell Charities Grant During 2025, KCBC received a grant of £800 from Clerkenwell Charities. supporting the church's work among individuals and families who may be vulnerable or in need within the local community. This funding has been incorporated into the church's relief and emergency support provision, which is administered through the OUard ministry. The grant has contributed to a 23 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 coordinated approach to pastoral and practical care, enabling the church to respond thoughtfully to emerging needs, including support for individuals known to the church and wider community. This provision sits alongside other outward activities during the year, inclvding hospitality, local outreach, and engagement with those lacing social or economic challenges. In this way, the grant formed part of a wider pattern of care and generosity- KCBC Giving During 2025. The King's Cross Baptist Church continued to express generosity through financial giving, sUPPOrting mission both within the United Kingdom and globally. The Church made contributions to BMS World Mission (£2.000) supportin9 international mission work in partnership with Baptist communities around the world. and Baptist Home Mission (£6,000) - supporting churches and ministry development across the UK. Alongside these formal partnerships. financial giving forms part of a broader pattern of generosity within KC8C, expressed through support for local initiative5, Outreach activitie5, and practical care within the community. In this way, the church seeks to steward its resources responsibly and to contribute to God's work both locally and beyond. Mission Purpose Mission exists to support KCBC'S Ou1?d focus by encouraging the whole church to participate in God's mission in everyday life. The ministry brings together evangelism, justice, generosity, and hospitality, helping the church bear witness to God's Kingdom through prayer, relationships, practical action, and faithful presence within the local community and beyond. Practice During 2025, the Outward focus of the church was expressed through a variety of activities that combined generosity, outreach, awareness, and shared participation. Key areas of practice included.. practical giving and generosity. including food collections at Thanksgiving, the establishment of an Emergency Fund. and the distribution of Christmas gift bags to families at a local school-, 241 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 evangelism and outreach, such as street evangelism around King's Cross and carol singing in a local pub.. missional use of church space5, With the café operating extended hours as a place of welcome and the estsblishment of the Vernon Hall co-working space a5 a new outreach opportunity. "This Time Tomorrow- (rrr). held monthly within services to highlight how members live out their faith in workplaces, studies, and daily life, and to pray for one another's calling,. global mission and justice, including learning from organisations such as A21 on human trafficking and ongoing player for Christians around the woAd', hospitality towards asylum seekers, seeking friendship, prayer, and support for a small group of Iranian asylum seekers, while recognising practical challenges around language and capacity. Together, these activities reflected an integrated approach to mission rather than a single program. People Led by Amanda Jackson, with a small team including MJ, Kivstie, Bim, and Thal, each contributing to different aspects of evangelism, justice, and generosity. The ministry also worked closely with other teams across the church, reflecting the shared nature of outmard mission at KCBC. Beyond the core team. many members of the church participated through giving, prayer, hospitality. and personal involvement in outreach and everyday mission. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue deepening the outsvard life of the church. Planned areas of focus include- helping each person at KCBC refle(t on what mission looks like in their own context., encouraging generous use of time. attention. prayer. and financial resources in support of God's Kingdom., equipping members to share their own story and God'5 Story with confidence.. continuing to grow a culture of generosity, justice. and outward care. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and shared engagement. Beyond 2026, the longer-term aim is for outward mission and justice to be fully embedded in the life and DNA of KCBC. 25 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Hospitality Purpose The Hospitality Ministry exists to serve everyone who comes to KCBC with kindness, joy, and warmth, so that people feel cared for and at home. Through simple acts of welcome and service, the ministry seeks to reflect God's love and help people feel part of the church community, just as they are welcomed and cared for in Christ. Practice During 2025, the Hospitality Ministry continued to support the regular life of the church through its presence before. during. and after services. The ministry's service formed a quiet but important backdrop to worship and community life. Key areas of practice included.. preparing and serving refreshments during Sunday seNices,' supporting fellowship and interaction among chtsrch members,. maintaining a welcoming and ordedy hospitslity space for congregational use. Alongside these regular activilies. the Hospitality Team also supported wider moments of community life, including shared meals and church events, contributing to spaces where relationships could grow naturally. People Led by Atefeh Sheiki-Nasab and Auma Lydia Adlanyi, supported by a team of volunteers who served throughout the year. Working together, the team shared responsibility for opening, preparing and closing hospitality spaces, and for seNing the wider congregation. Through their service, the team supported both church members and visitors, helping create an atmosphere that encouraged conversation. connection. and a sense of belonging within the church community. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening the Hospitality Ministry and supporting the wellbeing of the team. Planned areas of focus include-. growing the number of volunteers serving on the team, as capacity allows,. providing training and opportunities for the team to grow in confidence and experience,. expanding the ministrys involvement in church events and community moments, where appropriate. These plar)s are dependent on volunteer availability. Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term desire to continue fostering a healthy Christian community, supporting people as they grow in faith and relationship with one another through shared hospitslity- 261 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Evangelism Purpose The Evangelism Ministry exists to support the sharing of the Christian faith beyond the church, encouraging believers to grow in confidence as they speak about Jesus with others. The ministry seeks both to reach those who do not yet know Christ and to equip members of the church to engage in evangelism thoughtfully, prayerfully, and with care. Practice During 2025, the Evangelism Ministry continued to engage in outjvard-facing activities focused on sharing the gospel within the local area. Key areas of practice included.. street evangelism and outreach, with organised evangelism outings taking place during the year,. public engagement, including sharing gospel literature and enga9ing in conversations with members of the public,. training and encouragement, supporting church members in developing confidence and understanding in evangelism. Notable outreach activities took place during the autumn, including evangelism initiatives in October and November, which involved church members participating together in outreach efforts. People Led by MJ Fordan, with participation from church members who chose to be involved in outreach and evangelism activities. Recruitment took place through the church community, with a focus on encouraging members who wished to grow in confidence and experience in sharing their faith. The ministry served both those who participated in outreach and those encountered during evangelism activities, creating opportunities for conversation, prayer, and engagement beyond the church community- Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue Stngthening evangelism within the life of the church. Areas of focus include.. supporting believers to grow in confidence when sharing their faith.. maintaining regular and consistent outreach. as capacity allows.. providing training and opportunities for spiritual growth within the evangelism team. These plans are dependent on volunteer availability and discernment around where and how outreach takes place. Beyond 2026, the ministry holds a longer-term desire to see evangelism 271 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 become a natural and confident expression of church life, with ongoing openness to how God may lead outreach efforts and to the possibility of people coming to faith through these activities. Vernon Hall Coworking Purpose Vernon Hall Coworking exists as a missional initiative that creates a welcoming space for people of different backgrounds to work. Study. and build community. Through shared space and everyday interaction, the initiative seeks to foster friendship, conversation, and opeT)ness, offering opportunities for connection between co-workers and the wider life of the church. Practice During 2025, Vernon Hall Coworking was launched and began establishing itself as a new expression of community and mission within the church's premises. Key areas of practice included.. the launch of the co-working space in August 2025, with around 12 paying members joining from another co-working space that had closed in the local King's Cross area., adapting the KCBC café space to provide a dedicated area where co-workers could focus on their work, while continuing to allow natural interaction with café activity.. the growth of informal community, with co-workers inviting friends to join and contributing to increased use of the café, including visits from local students. Alongside its practical function. the space began to serve a missional role. Through friendships formed within the co-working communily, opportunities arose for spiritual conversation, invitations to church events, and involvement in Bible studies, reflecting the initiative's aim to create Space for genuine relationship and witness. People Led by Allan Barbazza with Fredrick Duncan supporting operational aspects as needed. The day-to-day running of the cafe and co-working space was supported by Auma Lydia Adianyi, who seNed as lead volunteer for the café, alongside a team of volunteers who contributed regularly throughout the year. Through the commitment of volunteers and leaders, the co-working space was able to function not only as a place of work. but also as a community where people could feel welcomed and supported. 281 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue developing Vernon Hall Coworking in a sustainable and missional way. Planned area5 of focus include.. exploring the development of a business plan to support the initiative's long-term viability., considering the recruitment of part-time suppor¢ should capacity and resources allow, to help manage and grow both the co-wothing space and café activities. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and discernment. Beyond 2026, the longer-term vision is for Vernon Hall Coworking to remain a place where people from diverse backgrounds can work, build community, and encounter the love of God through everyday relationships and shared life. Volunteers Like most churches and charities, we have been reliant on an army of volunteers and are thankful for the 50+ volunteers that have freely given hours, days and weeks in seNice to the Church and community. We thank them for their faithfulness serving in the kingdom of God. Thankyoul Safeguarding Purpose The Safeguarding Ministry exists to help ensure that KCBC is a safe place for everyone. Its purpose is to safeguard children, young people, and adults within the life of the church, with particular care for those who may be vulnerable or at risk. The ministry seeks to support a church culture where safety, responsibility, and care are prioritised for all. Practice During 2025, the Safeguarding Ministry continued its ongoing work to support safe church practice and clear safeguarding processes. 29 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Key areas of practice during the year included= providing safeguarding training for volunteers. with particular focu5 on those working with children and young people-, ensuring that the Safeguarding Policy was kept up to date and referred to appropriately within church governance.. developirng an online storage system for confidential information, supporting the secure handling of safeguarding records. Alongside these activities, the safeguarding team met as needed to discuss concerns or disclosures and to ensure appropriate support and follow-up, working prayerfully and carefully in all matters. People The Safeguarding was overseen by. Stella Onwuemene- Designated Person for Safeguarding, Rebecca Harrison - Deputy Designated Person for Safeguarding, and Amos Dzumbira - Safeguarding Trustee. Together, they wothed to ensure that safeguarding responsibilities were carried out appropriately and consistently across the church. While specific safeguarding matters are handled by the designated team, the ministry emphasises that safeguarding is a shared responsibility, encouraging awareness and care throughout the whole church community. Plans Looking ahead, the intention is to continue strengthening safeguarding practice within the church. Planned areas of locus include.. ensuring that everyone involved in church teams has the appropriate level of safeguarding training-, introducing regular reviews of basic safeguarding training, including planned refreshers within Sunday services where appropriate,. continuing to develop and maintain robust safeguarding policies and procedure5. These plans are dependent on volunteer capacity and ongoing review. Beyond 2026, the ministry airns to ensure that safeguarding rernains firmly embedded in the life of the church. with clear processes, regular training. and a continued commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for all. 301 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Building and Fabric The church premises at Vernon Square include the main worship space, a back hall, a café, 3 offices, basement facilities, and residential properties including a flat and the Manse. These spaces are maintained through the ongoing work of both volunteers and external contractors. Alongside routine maintenance and smaller repairs carried out throughout the year, 2025 included two significant areas of work. The most substantial of these was the major refurbishment of the Manse property, representing a considerably larger investment than other building works undertaken in recent years. In addition, structural repairs were carried out within the main church office. All these fabric works reflect the Church's continued responsibility to care for its buildings appropriately, ensuring that they remain safe. functional, and supportive of ministry and the wider life of the Chvrch. Manse Refurbishment After several years of planning. in 2025 KCBC undertook a major refurbishment of the Manse at I Vernon Square. The property, which had not had any major work done on it for over 50 years, was in need of substantial redevelopment. The main downstairs kitchen and living areas were developed into an open plan arrangement to facilitate multi-purpose family, Church, and community group activities, including a private Study for the Pastor and a new enclosed porch area for a¢ce55 and storage. The four bedrooms and bathroom upstairs were redesigned and completely refurbished with additional inbuilt storage units throughout. The Manse external walls were relined internally to achieve current building requirements for insulation and energy standards. The works were designed and managed by the Birmingham Architect Firm, AM Works, and carried out by Melbury Constnjctions, after a competitive tender process. The works were satisfactorily completed within the contract sum of £162.720 and the Making Good Completion Certificate has now been issued. KCBC was very satisfied with the performance of the Architect5 and contractors on this project, and the Manse is now in excellent condition to serve the needs of the Pastor's family and the wider needs of the Church and community. Church Office Repairs During the year, a structural issue was identified within the church office, where a wall had developed a significant crack. Further inspection revealed that the condition had deteriorated due to subsidence affecting the floor, resulting in visible movement and instability within the wall. 31 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 A structural engineer assessed the wall and deemed it unsafe, recommending that it be condemned and fully removed. In response, the church took appropriate action to address the issue, ensuring that the area was made safe and that the necessary works were carried out in a timely manner. The repair works were completed in early 2025, with the wall being demolished and rebuilt to restore structural integrity. The total cost of the works was £17.681. Finance Financial Review The Trustees present the financial review of the Charity for the year ended 31 December 202S. During the year, the charity recorded total income of £148.44912024 - £179,868). The manse redevelopment came in at a total of £166,088. This resulied in the total expenditure for 2025 of £317,44612024 - £158,118), resulting in a deficit of £168.99712024 - surplus of £21,750) for the year. This was after any transfers between designated or restricted funds as detailed in the financial statements. The other areas of expenditure related to staffing, premises costs, and the support of the Church's ministries and mission activities. Full details of expenditure are set out in the Statement of Financial Activities and accompanying notes to the accounts. The majority of the Charity's income continued to be derived from offerings and donations, together with rental and other income arising from the use of the Church's premises. Total income from offerings and donations amounled to £75.48912024- £77,075). We are grateful for those that were able to gift aid their donations which contributed £12,30412024 £13,578) after it was returned to the Charity frorn HMRC. Income from rentals and other activities totalled £67,85212024- £94.8591. At the end of the year, unrestricted funds amounted to £209.89412024 - £274,849). The Trustees consider that this level of reseNes is sufficient to support the ongoing activities of the Church and to provide a degree of financial stability. The amount of funds and assets held by the Charity at the end of 2025 tolalled £8.850.75212024 _ £8,645,055). The Trustees remain grateful for the faithful financial support of members, attendees, and supporters of the Church throughout the year. and give thank5 for the provision that h35 enabled the Charity to continue its work and ministry. 32 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Fund Raising Activities The Church is not reliant on upon income from fundraising activities and as a result there was no income in this area. Statement of Trustee's Responsibilities Charity law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the surplus or deficit of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Tnjstees are required to.. select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently, make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudenL state whether applicable accounting standards and statements of recommended practice have been followed. subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements,. and 4. prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The Trusteesare responsible for ensuring proper accounting records are maintained which disclose with reasonable accuracy, at any time, the financial position of the Charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with charity law. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. 33 | Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 Signature and Declaration I declare, in my capacity as a Charity Trustee. that the Trustees have approved this report and have authorised me to sign it on their behalf. Pastor Allan Barbazza Senior Pastor and Trustee 2 June 2026 341 Page
KCBC LONDON Annual Report 2025 The King's Cross Baptist Church Vernon Square, London WC1X 9EP Registered Charity Number: 1155614 35 | Page
King's Cross Baptist Church Thè Indèpèndènt Examinèrfs R•portto thè Trust••s on thè prtparntion of thè finanelal Ststements of King's Cross Baptist chUh for the year ended 31 Dernber 2025 I report lo the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of King's Cross Baptist Church (the Trust'l for the year ended 31 Decembei 2025. Comprise the Stslement of Financial Actsviltrs ISOFAI, Balance Sheet and related notes. This report is made solely to the Trustees in accordance wlh thè Charitiès Ad 2011 and tha 2008 Regulations. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the church's Trustees those matters l am iequiied lo stale lo them in an Independent Examinerfs report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the church and the church's Trustee5 lor my examination work. R•sp•¢tlv¢ r•spon$lblllt10$ of Dlr¢¢tors and Examln•r The Church's Trustees are responsiblè lor the preparation of the finanoal slalemenls. They consider that an audit is not required for this year under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examinats.on is needed. 11 is my responsibility lo.. examine the accounts under Section 145 of the Charities Act. lo follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission lunder Section 14515llbl of the Chanties Act),. and lo slate whether portiojlar matters have ojme lo my attention. BaBls of Independent Examinerfs Statement My examination wa5 carried out in accordance Vth the General Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review ol the accounting records kept by the Church and a comparison of the accounts presented wlh those records. It also indudes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures In the a¢¢ounls. and seeking explan8lions from the Iruslees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not providè all the dènce that would be requirèd in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as lo vthelher the acry)unls present a 'true and lairf view and the report is limited lo those matters sel oul in the slalemenl below. Independent Examinerfs Statsment My work has been undertaken In accordance the requirefflents of the Association of Chartered Certrfied Accounlanls as detailed at hltp."Ifv•ffiv.aglobal.c0mrf¥thsheel163. In connection with my èxamination, no mattèr has come to my attention.. which gNes me reasonable cause lo believe that in any material respect the requirements.. to keep accounting records in aco)rdance th Se¢lirM) 130 of the Charits'&s Ad", and lo piepare accounts which accord wrth the acc(xJnts"ng record$ and ¢x)mpty th the acty)unling requirements of the Charities Act and Regulations 2(K)8 havè not bèèn mèt. 361 Page
King's Cross Baptist Church Thè Indèpèndènt Examinèrfs R•portto thè Trust••s on thè prtparntion of thè finanelal Ststements of King's Cross Baptist chUh for the year ended 31 Dernber 2025 I have no concerns and have corne across no other matters in cnnnection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this reK%Yt in twdei lo enable a proper undetslanding of the finantyal statements to be reached. Barrlngton Hall, MAAT, FCCA Independent Examiner Aqrel Accounting And Consultancy SeThicEs Ltd Chartered Certified Accountsnls The Vista Centre 50 Sailsbury Road Hounslow Middlesex TW4 6JQ Dale.. 4 June 2026 371 Page
Klng's Cross Baptist Church Statement of Financial Activities for the ear ended 31 December 2025 Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds Totsl 2025 Total 2024 Notes Incomo and endowments from.. Donatyon5 and legacies Charitable activities Investments Other Total income 66.489 67.852 75.489 67.852 3.508 1.800 148.449 77.075 94.859 7,134 800 179,868 1.600 14.108 134.341 Resource8 expended Charitable activities Total 151.358 151.358 166.088 166.088 317.44S 317.446 158,118 158.118 N•t Incomellexpendlturel befor• InVtMan1 0olnWll0$*I 117.0171 1151.9801 1168.9971 21,750 N•t Incomèlléxp•ndlturnl b•for• tran•l•rs 117,0171 1151.9801 1168.9971 21,750 Transfer behyeen funds 154.0491 54.049 Net movements In lund$ 71,066 97,931 168.997 21,750 Reconclllatlon olfunds.. Total funds brought forward Movements in the year 274.849 6.111 8.645,055 303,628 8,919,904 8,470,971 309,739 427,183 Tot•1 fvnd$ ¢8rrl¢d lonv•rd 209.894 8.850,752 9,C60.648 8.919,904 The notes lorm part ofthe financial statements 38 | Page
King's Cross Bapti$t Chur¢h Règlstsrèd nUM¢- Balance Sheet as at 31 December 202S 1155614 UntriCted Restricted Funds Fund5 Totsl 2025 Total 2024 Notes Fixed a$sgts Tangible assets 204.112 8.772.307 8.976.419 8,666,731 Current assets Debtors Cash at bank and in han¢J 4,830 1,733 4.830 80.178 4.671 250,052 78,445 Crodltorn.. amounts falllng du• within one year 10 17811 {7811 11,5501 Not curront 488ot$ 5,782 78,445 84.227 253,173 Net assets 209.894 8,850.752 9,060,646 8,919,904 Funds of th¢ ¢harlty Unrestricted funds- general Restricted designated funds 12 12 209.894 209.894 274,849 8.850.752 8,645,055 8.8S0.752 Totsl lund• 209.894 8.850.752 9.060,646 ,919,904 Grace Oyedemi Treasurer Approved by the board on 3 June 2026 The notes form part of Ihe finanual statements 391 Page
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h Notes to the Accounts for the ear ended 31 D8cember 2025 1 A¢countlttg Wl¢l88 B•sis ofprep•rali¢ The finarKial statstnents have been urHr Lhe hI5knL Ltst L¥Jnyeri vJ In LwJanTr The Statement of Rewrnled Pra¢ti¢e Auwnbn9 and Rewbn9 by cnIS Weparir tsr in tAYdar wth the Financi81 Reportiry Standard appli(xtAe In the UK and ReputAic of IrelarKI IFRS lo2115e 16 July 2014. Tr Chanties Act 2011 aNJ UK Gwwally P£¢eptsd Pra&Ktr as rt apleS frfmn 1 2015. The aLuunts lfinancd sten3) have to u¥¥e a axl tdif have departed fram the ChtieS (Accounts 8nd Reports) Regulat8 2008th)lyetXI8ni 10 kytyldea. aThJ rav. This departure has invdved IdlLwJng ALwJnthw atvj ReyxbrvJ by Chanbe5 theiraccounts In with the Fin8nci81 ReptytirvJ Sndard 8prli¢8tAe In trt UK Rewt4i¢ ol Ireland IFRS 1021 16 July 2014 ther than ihe Ac£ounlirvJ and Rewre by Ch¢$ strnt of Rwnnrnded ¢Ve frrffi I W"12005 whKh ha5 sin n wlhdrawn. The charty cwAblute¥ a enw 05 defi¥ ty FRS 102. The weseniabon cweryel fv fin8nci at•nwts isllk• P0 St•lirvJ {n. Slgnlftcanl Jud9pmonts and•strmat•s Tttwe are no significant iudgemenls and estyrrs Op[Aj to numbm ¥Mthin ¢he5e 5t8tnent& Golny ¢onwn Ttte chanly's stat¢monl ol fin8ro r•r(ts a rnl $£166.997 ts th• y•8r Tlk• Tw5teoy a oflhe q)Inion that the charity ha5 sufficieDI resources al It5 d15posal tc meet Its ovac. Il and Ythen. they beoTh du2. 8a5ed on thi# 8S8essemeni they considei Il awwate 10 c¥Mtsnue manNJ the swements cl) the ooiw c¢ncem b881S. Ch•rAi•ble lunds Genwal funds ¥8 unr88tntsed are av81Lqtl8 tr u80 at Lts d18(1 ol thè Trustees further80 ofthe genwal obiecbve¥ ol crCh 8nd hpve no¢ been dewn011 tr rAher wJrpos•5. Reslricled lunds are funds gutpct sp•)fic ¢3ll78 by 88 ¢0 hfvf ty may U8•J orwhich h8¥0 been r8188d by the chUh for partular purF4XU. m and we ol are Xt (xrt In the to th? financi81 $teMents. In¢omlng rUrceS All Income Is recogn18ed In the slalwl01 ALwb8S ISOFAI the£ty terxne8 enbw to the re8OUB,. It Is more likely Ih8n wt lh tho Trwte85 receNe It reswrce& and c8n rneaWJr suffi•enl Where inwrnin9 re¥ourtts have ieLqted expenththyt (os hrth¥ng Irr&Yrel fv in19 resouwx and fd8ted expenditure are tyoss SOF Grants anddonatlon3 Grants and donation5 are in the SOFAkn irtomt rwnibM Uita are met. A grant does not irrpx filure pertrAmted c(Th11t5 15 r¢xognised In inwTre the or8nl prLwds are received cy rewvable. In Ihe Le of rdaied grdnts. 1$ rwnised the pthancè rdatsd ¢tsdItss are rfL LetsleS Lty)ies are Iru46 In the SOFA 1$ ptthlle. Ijw Is. Tr4Jln has been OnI of wobattr, ext1018 have eS¥15hed thai thwe are sufficwt assets in ts esi 8rn18ny ¢0 Ihe Wy are ¥%ilhin the control of the chanty or have been meL 40 | Page
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h
Notes to the Accounts
for the
ear ended 31 D8cember 2025
Tax ¢1olms oh7 donaiioh7S 8n(rfglfts
Gift Aid reivable is induded in in(£ne there is 8 ffr#)) Aid 8mouni r&))v¥ on
a donabon Is c51dered lo be part oflhat9th and Is treated as ai aklthon to the same nd as the intha (kThbon unles5the
donDr(¥ the leS ol the apppal have spe0f ollwwse
ITKxxning rerIS from tax r&aIms3re Induded in the SOFA In the sane finanaa pen(xl as the gft lo they reL4te
Inve5th7enTincome
This Is Included In the rerI LrtrAeand reravztrAe be ffl&4sured rdYatrAy.
Income lrnm fflembersljip subscriptions
Membership sUbscripb(S reVal In the rtOf4 gft are rerAy15ed in D•b¢ts L•w"es.
Membership Subspu$jhi¢h gives 8 nwter the iighl swKts ( othw t$ are rn1 as inwme ea
frryn the prOw$n and a¥ 1rrfX frrffi •vth•s.
SeTtlemqntolln3urance cl
Insurance daims are only Induded In SOFA1n the IrKI oiteria fflrt and are Induw 05 an
item ofc4her Ir In SOF
Exponthgur• andliatsliii
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10 pay (wl resLwrces and ihè atywJJni oflhtroNigabffi be mèa&urlvnth t&#&tLrtaifity.
All expenditure 1$ indusive ofirrwo¥•thVAT.
Gowmanc•andsupportcosts
suppart C0515 have been l¢Kated b2tsveen wvern&Yx costs tther 5upyi Govemaru co515 comprise all ethts
involving tl¢ accountlity ol the chanty 8no rts c
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h Notes to the Accounts for the ear ended 31 D8cember 2025 2 Analysi5 01 income T¢stal 2025 Totsl 2D24 Fund Fund Donations and legac DonabS gifts Gift gid 63.185 12.304 75.489 63,185 12.304 75.489 63.497 13.578 77,075 Ch8rkabl a¢tIvItl Ren1 Inctyne 67.852 67.852 67,852 67.852 94.859 94.859 Incorne from Invoslments Intere51 received 3.508 7.134 Other Income Other Tothi 1.600 4844 148.449 179.8 a Tanglblo Ilx•d 8880ts IVnrn8trf¢tedl Fixtuw, Frn8hold Lat)d Furnltur6 •nd and 8ulldlthy# Equlp Tothi Cost Al 1 January 2025 8.468.679 303.628 772.307 198.052 8.666,731 309.688 8976419 Al 31 December 2025 D&prlIt10n Al 31 Dtcembw 2025 M•t book valu• Al 31 Dern 2025 .772.207 8.468.679 204.112 198 052 8.976,41g 8 666 731 Al 31 D¢rn 2024 Freehdd18n¢ and lkY1' 2D25 2024 HISr1 cost 6.264,629 6.264 629 6.264,629 6.264.629 The church is the beneficial (yrt18ubJeci to Ihe trsts) of ts Ic4Krj 8888. the IW to ttich is hdd bytha church'$custod18n truee. The LOn BarAI Prrwty Bwd . Chur0* premises al ven Square. LarKkn. WC1X 9EW in ts acoyjnls al £8.097.279 b3sed on the insured . Church manse at 5 VemM Riae. Len. WC1X 9EP valued In the 8JntS atE675.026 tésed on the IntsUr The insurerfvaluer Is 88pbsl In¥w8rre Crffip8ny. 421 Page
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h Notes to the Accounts for the ear ended 31 D8cember 2025 4 An•lysls olexwndlturo Totyi 2025 Totsl 2024 Fur Fund6 ExpOnd¥re on ¢har6t•bb• 8¢tivitie¥ Employee costs Premises costs General admiDistrdlive expenses Legal and professional costs 57.195 46.871 46.242 57,195 212,959 46.242 1,050 317,446 45.194 63,207 47.467 2.250 158,118 166.08 151.358 166,088 Other expenditure Olherexpen8es Tol•l oxpgndNurg 151.358 1&S.(188 317,446 158,118 Inclu¢¢d In Gerra1 ministrali¥e expense5 are the amount5 of £16.880 12024 £20.4911 In respect ot Subwption5 4n¢ dontsiions, £15.64412024 £8.0171 ftr TSty J £6,347 Q024" £1,620} S)r Imurantes £18012024. £9,923) tsr admin sJpwrt 8ervice& S Support co•t4 Support w•t ty T•i•leo Independentexamination lees 1,050 1.050 Total 1.050 1.050 6 T•t¢' •xp•nM 2025 2024 Number ofTrwtee5 vkno ¥%we exYo Ministry 08 443 6.791 7 Staff ¢ts 2026 2024 S81anes and waoes SOCI g¢cunty c0818 Penyion c0515 (defined Cnnhtrbtth sdm•i Olher8mFloy8e benefits 52,541 61 4.S07 39.721 4.020 2.256 45 194 $7.195 Aver8oe head g)unl In Ihe year Ichwtsble thibes) Minislerfs stipend Inccthe Tax 34.111 13.4781 11.5961 (J 222 25815 Pension Total No employees rxeiv&J employee efits lexduding Sts) Jrlhe rewting perij of mare than £60.(A)). The total amwnt paid lo key manwnenl pern linrjhles Tnk%tee5 marwwiwll for their servi5 10 1 chanty wras £38,81712024. £35,805) va5 In aL¥t0r[DYnYraLts. 43 | Page
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h Notes to the Accounts for the ear ended 31 D8cember 2025 8 Dofin8d cothtrwiion p•n8lon SC 14 d•fined bw8fftxheme Jccoutttod The Church Is a p3rbupabng emrth)yer the Wst Penon SCI Iyhe Sne.). thich Is a separate legal ethty administsred by the Pension Trustee IW15t Tntst Lirniledl. SLI. PreIAY as Bapb51 Ministe Pension Fund, Slart In 1925 Al tt9MifvJ of fin8ro4 year. o)mwsea of a defined btfits scheme which Wds do to future acuual 31 Drner 2011 arKI a defird ajnthtthon thich %Yas wed In January 2012.Tht asset¥ ofthtr Scheme ¥e hdd EmkltywaThJ the patrpaty plOyers. Far the (rrent finan(1 yw. kne pen fDr Men)5 of ts SLrne Is bng made through the Define Contribution IDCI PLgn. In &wwal. MeMt Pay 8% of thtyr Penwcrtatle Irth 8nd pay 6V ol membets, Pensionab Income Into Indiw(kna accwnts. %thich cwratal and managed behalf of the Pension Trustee by Broadskne Cowats Benefits Ltd. In the pays a further 4% of penLalle Income to cover Death i Service Benefi18. 8dminir8bty) $ts, and an 8sxKiaieY inwte rdicy WoOeS Irtsyne prowl for Scher(E members Il they are unatrle to due tr>1(rytrn Irty Th15 Income woteclkm wAicy ha5 been Insufed ty the Baptist Union of Great Bntain wlh Aviva Limrted. FurtheM. memLw d th& S¢y) pay rJutd C¥)ntnbubCs of S% of Pen$ionabk Irwne. and 0yerS 4sop8y of 5%. In CtioLr 2024 th& insurnrt ctsnpany Just GrLw ¢yJt of ts 118blities cl dèfin scheme Frtyn that dale any rernaniro Iiatslity ol the paffjopabw scheme ffombers to defiw benehl scheme ceased aThJ the £1 per monkn defiol Cl1mrtIon5 payable by the p3rbup3tir#J emFfv Yre a9reed In Ihe rerVery pla 8pproved In Auousi 2022 also ceased frryn Ih81 dète Mmin18ty81th of ts LY)wJ Je1t bwfil sctsne tr8n8fery from the pengw tru51ees to Ju51 Grwpfrryn Ihat¢Jate The Minisler(8118nd som ffwnb8r8 thJrr 818ffj we diot4etoiw tho S(kn. All liabili1188 ¥ThJ éxpenses of the chanty ar& In res d'Ch8ntsbl& AL*vibe&' toWly by unresincted funds. The amoum dcontrknJb rwr48•J In A86 •X[wls£4.sO7(2o24' £4,0301. 9 D•bt•r8 202S 2024 OlherdeblS 4,830 4.671 10 Cr•dknrn.' 8mount•falllng duow6thln on• year 2026 2024 T8X8b and swa Unty costs Other11¢r¥ 12691 1.050 781 1.550 11 Calh •t bank and In hand 2025 2024 Cash at bank and In har 12 Fund8 of the ch•r 31-DK-25 B•laTrE• Funds Id•lkl Unrestnctsd gene fund&" 274.849 IT1,) 209,894 Reslnrtsl designa fund5. 8.645 055 8.919 9(Nl )3.628 97,931 16B,99 8.850,752 9.060,646 31.Dec-24 lan¢e Funds Bal•nce Unrestricted gererJ tynd&" rd3,245 37.272 14,332 274,849 Restricted dèsionated funds." 8.247 726 8.470 971 389.911 427 183 7.418 21750 8.645 055 8.919 904 44 | Page
King's Cross Baptist Chur¢h Notes to the Accounts for the ear ended 31 D8cember 2025 13 Movements of maiorfunds l-J25 31-D•c-25 Fund rbarne5 l•xpDndJw•l CbDrr•s•ry•s Id•fiG Asset RevaIUthL- Buildin95 Asset RevaIac- Contents Emergency BuildirKJ aerkenkndl Mission General 8.468679 198.052 160,417 12.795 2,2 303.628 .772,307 204.112 $2.995 20.686 3.8 1107,4221 7.891 76.797 51 5.782 14 R•latod P•kTrtsans•¢Uon8 Narng of Trusts or rd• party Relationjhip to ch•r 8alance at ond ol sxrlod D•scription of tsanBactlonls) Amount lan 5881za Olumayowa Ak10y0 34.171 Suppliers are bank irnnsfer upc¥) cunklebC¥) ol th In ra? of thè suiYnis8on of an InvL*¢a. T Senior Paster and are v&8 tonk tr$ Ltswgh r•0 •%•1888 Irred ol the Chuth. 45 | Page
Klng's Crosg Baptlst Church Statement of Financial Adivities for the year ended 310ecember 2025 for the information of the twstees onl 2025 2024 Incoming resources 148.449 179,868 Resources expende<l 1317,4481 1158,1181 N•t Ineon)èllèxp•ndltur•l fOre Inv•stm•nt gainslllossesl 168,9971 21,750 461 Page
Klng's Crosg Baptlst Church Detailed profit and loss account for the year ended 310ecember 2025 for the information of the twstees onl 2025 2024 Unre5tn"(aedl General Resln"¢*ed Total Total Incoming resources OffÈrin9S Rental income Gift aid Interest received Sundry Income 54,185 67,852 12,304 9,000 63,185 67,852 12,304 3.508 1.600 148,449 63.497 94,859 13,578 7,134 800 3.508 1.600 14,108 134,341 179,868 Charitable activities Expenditure on.. Wages and Salaries Staff pan$ion Employerfs Nl Conferences and training 52.541 4,507 61 86 57,195 52.$41 4,507 61 86 57,195 39.721 4,030 18131 2,256 45,194 Premises costs.. Church light. heal and water Church repairs Manse repairs Cleaning and rubbish ¢o11odion 14.439 21.396 14.439 21.396 188,088 11,036 212,959 9,207 32.025 5,969 16,008 63,207 186,088 11,036 46,871 186,088 General administrative expenses.. Adrnin support Church lelephonefinlernel Printing, postage and ststionery Off ce supplies Subscriptions and donatsons Commission paid Bank Charges and interest Insuran¢ès Pastoral carelmeets'ng outside Other preaching expenses Youth, Students & Young Adulis VVorship.Tech & Production Mission Hospitality Breathe and Café Ministry development VVomen3 and men5 ministries 180 1,059 947 180 1.059 947 9,923 474 1,381 263 20,491 5,232 66 1,620 16,880 5.079 16,880 5.079 6,347 477 660 6,347 477 660 650 1,808 4.437 1.808 4.437 3,722 1,637 5,593 1,637 5,593 1,290 365 300 1,015 47.467 998 46.242 998 46.242 47 | Page
Klng's Crosg Baptlst Church Detailed profit and loss account for the year ended 310ecember 2025 for the information of the twstees onl 2025 2024 Unre5tn"(aedl General Resln"¢*ed Total Total Legal #nd professional costs.. Indepèndènt examinab.on fees Accountancy fees 1,050 1,050 2,250 1,050 1,050 2,250 151,358 186,088 317,446 158,118 48 | Page