CLF LIFE CENTRE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
CLF LIFE CENTRE
Statutory Financial Statements & Trustees Report
31[st ] December 2024
Charity No. 1168879
CLF LIFE CENTRE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND TRUSTEES REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Legal and Administrative Details
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Charity Name: CLF Life Centre
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Charity Registration Number: 1168879
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Principal Office: Unit 7 Warwick House Overton Road London SW9 7JP
Trustees:
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Mr John Dompreh
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Mr Philip Hill
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Mr Harold Williams
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Mr Emmanuel Kodua
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Ms Joy Campbell
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Rev Akinlolu Adedayo Oladapo Adeagbo
About CLF Life Centre
CLF LIFE CENTRE is a nondenominational Church and a member of the Evangelical
Alliance (UK).
Our Mission
A global family of Churches and ministries committed to making disciples of Jesus Christ as a Christ centred purpose driven Church.
Our Vision
Our vision is to make disciples of Jesus Christ by planting and establishing local churches in every nation as the Lord Jesus Christ leads. We also fulfil our vision through leadership development in partnership with other churches and ministries within the body of Christ in those nations.
Core Values
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Integrity
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Loyalty
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Stewardship
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Unity
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Love
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Humility
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Fear of God
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Gratitude
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Discipleship
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Excellence
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CLF LIFE CENTRE operates as the registered charity for CLF, a nondenominational church and member of the Evangelical Alliance (UK). CLF LIFE CENTRE is governed by a board of trustees in compliance with legal and charitable obligations. The trustee board, unchanged in 2024, collaborates with the Global Executive Board (Presbytery) and the International Council of CLF Elders, representing regions where CLF LIFE CENTRE operates.
CLF LIFE CENTRE operates under the spiritual and administrative oversight of the Presbytery in conjunction with the board of trustees.
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CLF LIFE CENTRE’s responsibilities include:
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upholding CLF’s mission, vision, doctrinal, and lifestyle standards;
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coordinating corporate events and media activities in the UK and globally;
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managing existing UK church properties and supporting ministries without separate legal status;
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overseeing ordination processes, CLTI (Bible School), and CLM Trust (our missions’ arm); and
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collaborating with the International Council of CLF Elders, representing diverse regions.
International Council of CLF Elders as of December 31, 2024: this council comprises elders who represent various nations and regions under the leadership of CLF-ordained ministers. The current members include:
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Kwame John Dompreh (General Overseer, Global)
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Philip Hill (Regional Overseer – India, and RSA)
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Peter Mensah (Regional Overseer – Sierra Leone, Kenya, and Liberia)
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Enoch Amoah (Regional & National Overseer – Ghana)
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Martyn Reay (National Overseer – RSA)
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Apostle Hassan Kamara “Acting” (National Overseer – Sierra Leone)
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Evans Koomson Kwarteng (National Overseer – Kenya)
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Carlton Lavally (National Overseer – Liberia)
Leadership Development
Membership Discipleship Program (MDP) including CLTI - being rigorous and intentional in how we develop our members over a seven-stage process:
Stage 1 – New Believers Course
Stage 2 – New Members Orientation Course Stage 3 – Spiritual Maturity Course ( Christian Discipleship Course)
Stage 4 – Ministry Orientation for Church Workers
Stage 5 – Leadership Orientation course Stage 6 – Ministerial Training course Stage 7 – Ordination Process
This strategy is further enhanced through our Bible school (Christian Life Training Institute (CLTI), and various training initiatives and seminars as outlined below:
Christian Life Training Institute (CLTI)
CLTI is the Bible School initiative of CLF. It aims to serve our mission and vision to make
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disciples of Jesus Christ by equipping our members and the wider body of Christ with a Christ centred perspective to life and ministry.
mature, and Christian Discipleship Course (CDC) for believers who desire to be equipped as Disciples of Christ. CLTI also offers other short courses in a variety of subjects and is currently established in the following countries:
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United Kingdom:
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Ministerial Training Course
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Christian Discipleship Course - Prayer School
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Kenya – Christian Discipleship Course
Financial Support
We secure financial resources through:
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the generosity of CLF members and the broader community;
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a recommended 15% tithe of tithes from local UK churches;
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revenue from corporate events, publications, media initiatives, and overseas missions; and
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other legal funding avenues aligned with our values.
Activities in 2024
In 2024, under the theme “Kingdom Advancing through the Holy Spirit,” CLF LIFE CENTRE aimed to advance the Christian faith through:
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church planting and leadership development;
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mission trips and community engagement programs; and
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support for ministries targeting diverse demographics.
These efforts were delivered both in the UK and internationally, focusing on spiritual growth and community service.
Regional Activities
United Kingdom
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General Overseer: John Dompreh
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Churches: 4 (CLF Life Centre, CLF Medway, Woodford Christian Life Fellowship and CLF Life Centre aka CLF Greenwich)
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Membership: 200 approx.
Key Events
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Missions Month: Held in March and October, promoting evangelism and outreach.
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12-Hour Prayer Events: Conducted on 23rd–24th February, 28th–29th June, and 25th–26th October, fostering spiritual renewal.
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40 Days of Prayer and Fasting: Observed from 3rd–29th June, strengthening congregational faith.
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30th Anniversary Dinner: Celebrated on 21st December, marking 30 years of ministry impact.
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Beach trip to Bournemouth: 31[st] August, nurturing relationships, strengthening fellowship.
India
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Regional Overseer: Philip Hill
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Churches: 10 (Chennai and Andhra Pradesh)
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Membership: 200 (Andhra Pradesh: 120; Chennai: 80)
South Africa
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Regional Overseer: Philip Hill
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Churches: 1 (Fresh Start Sada)
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Membership: 35
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Projects: Hosted a tent revival, joined Passover week events, conducted a 30-day fast, and planned a church plant in Kumani Town (Queenstown).
Sierra Leone
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Regional Overseer: Peter Mensah
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Churches: 7 (e.g., Port Loko, Maforki)
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Membership Examples: Port Loko: 79; Maforki: 24
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Projects: Began constructing a church and community hub in Maforki and refurbished a church in Ropolon, supported by two mission trips.
Kenya
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Regional Overseer: Peter Mensah
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Churches: 2 (Buruburu: 57 members; Uthiru: 28 members)
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Activities: Supported by three mission trips led by Pastor John and Peter, focusing on leadership and evangelism.
Liberia
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Regional Overseer: Peter Mensah
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Churches: 1 (Polotorie: 24 members)
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Activities: Supported by one mission trip, emphasizing youth engagement.
Ghana
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Regional Overseer: Enoch Amoah
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Churches: 11 across three districts (e.g., Achimota: 81 members; Afiasa: 83 members)
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Activities: Strengthened outreach through three mission trips led by Pastor John, Rebecca Sotomi, and Rafiat Lawal.
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Additional Ministries
The Tabernacle and The Altar
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Leader: Rebecca Sotomi
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Purpose: Encouraging worship and creative responses to the Holy Spirit.
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Events: Three “Night of Worship” events (e.g., 20th September: 35 attendees; 13th December in Ghana: 12 attendees).
Men of Action
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Leader: Meka Umeadi
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Purpose: Equipping men to align with God’s will.
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Events: Four events (e.g., April Zoom: 14 attendees; May in-person: 10 attendees), noted as interactive and impactful.
Daughters of the King (DOTK) and International Christian Women’s Network (ICWN)
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Leader: Sheron Hill
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Purpose: Empowering women through prayer and leadership.
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Events: “Warrior Bride ‘Watchmen Assemble’ Conference” (17th August: 34 attendees), focusing on prophetic ministry.
Marylayo Talks
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Leader: Mary Ogungbeje
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Purpose: Supporting mental health and spiritual wellbeing.
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Activities: Podcast “Beyond the Smile” (10 episodes, 593 listeners), addressing topics like childlessness.
Omega Generation
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Leader: Peter Mensah
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Purpose: Empowering youth through volunteering.
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Activities: 71 volunteers across Kenya, Ghana, and the UK; planned a youth event for 17th May 2025.
InsideOut
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Leader: Alison smith
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Purpose: A ministry to prisoners and ex-prisoners to encourage them in their spirituality; and support them in a productive alternative after prison
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Activities: Thanksgiving picnic in August, Hillsong Conference in October, Christmas dinner in December, 5 CLF Sunday services at Belmarsh Prison, across the year after a 3-year gap.
Kingdom Marriages
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Leader: Philip Hill
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Purpose: Building Lasting relationships.
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Activities: Marriage Seminar held on 19th Oct entitled 'The Journey Together' 20 people attended, kingdom wives met on 23rd Nov for continuation of seminar, 10 wives were in attendance.
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Fresh Start
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Leader: Martyn Reay
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Purpose: Fresh Start Ministries is a self-financed ministry with bases in Scotland and South Africa. It aims to help individuals restart their lives by spreading the gospel, providing hope to those in need, and supporting community development through business and enterprise initiatives.
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Activities: The ministry hosted two conferences in South Africa, a Tent Revival in February/March, and regular women’s prayer meetings every Saturday, alongside weekly Bible study on Wednesdays and Sunday morning prayer sessions. Three fasting periods were observed: a 21-day fast in January, a 40-day fast in June, and a 30-day fast in December
Neraiah Nea Academy (NNA)
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Leader: Janet Doughan
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Purpose: This Academy seeks to provide an exceptional learning environment rooted in biblical principles.
Abiding In Christ (AiC)
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Leader: Marilyn Mensah
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Purpose: Empowering women to be relevant disciples of Christ by utilizing their gifts and talents on the mission field.
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Volunteers: 1-5
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Events:
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Event Name: AiC Mission to Ghana
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Purpose: Taking the gospel to communities in Accra, Ghana.
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Date: 4th to 12th December 2024
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Location/Format: In-person
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Attendees: Approximately 40
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Impact: The mission included teaching during Sunday service, teaching at two local schools, evangelism at the mall, hosting an evangelistic children's workshop, and hosting "The Tabernacle and the Altar Ghana." As a result, one family joined the church, the church was equipped during the times of ministration, children were strengthened in their faith, and church members expressed a greater connection with the Lord during TTA.
External Ministries CLF LIFE CENTRE collaborates with:
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Ascension Trust.
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Street Pastors.
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Tear Fund.
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Gospel Torch Mission.
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Adullam Bible Mission.
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Spearhead Ministries.
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Financial Review
The financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024 are included in the accompanying accounts, providing a detailed summary of income, expenditure, and financial position.
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|Section A Receipts and payments
Period end date
01.01.2024
31.12.2024
CLF LIFE CENTRE
1168879
CC16a
Receipts and payments accounts
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from
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To
— | | ft-|Section A Receipts and payments
Period end date
01.01.2024
31.12.2024
CLF LIFE CENTRE
1168879
CC16a
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from
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01.01.2024
31.12.2024
CLF LIFE CENTRE
1168879
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01.01.2024
31.12.2024
CLF LIFE CENTRE
1168879
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31.12.2024
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CLF LIFE CENTRE
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|||||Unrestricted
funds|||Restricted
funds|Restricted|||Endowment
funds||Endowment||Total funds||||Last year||
|||||to the nearest £|||to the nearest £|to the nearest £|||to the nearest £||||to the nearest £||||to the nearest £||
|A1 Receipts|||||||||||||||||||||
|Tithes & Offering|||||72,490||-|-|-|||-|-|||72,490|72,490||80,255||
|Gift Aid Recovered|||||-|||-|-|||-|-||||-||14,463||
|Other Income|||||19,201||-|-|-|||-|-|||19,201|19,201||32,730||
|Food Bank|||||279||-|-|-|||-|-||||279||-||
|Bank Interest|||||3||-|-|-|||-|-||||3||2||
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|Sub total(Gross income for AR)|||(Gross income for AR)||91,973||-|-|-|||-|-|||91,973|91,973||127,450||
|A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).
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Sub total
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Total receipts
91,973
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91,973
127,450
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|A3 Payments|||||||||||||||||||||
|Honoraria|||||1,900.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||1,900||4,500.00||
|Visual & Media Cost|||||9,085.03||-|-|-|||-|-||||9,085||7,671.95||
|Dept: Finance|||||4,558.65||-|-|-|||-|-||||4,559||441.76||
|Dept: Childrens Ministry|||||998.37||-|-|-|||-|-||||998||153.45||
|Dept: Media|||||21,792.47||-|-|-|||-|-|||21,792|21,792||4,276.71||
|Dept: Evangelism|||||726.17||-|-|-|||-|-||||726||2,238.79||
|Dept: Catering|||||5,113.48||-|-|-|||-|-||||5,113||3,795.34||
|Dept: Admin|||||8,384.53||-|-|-|||-|-||||8,385||3,464.05||
|Database|||||182.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||182||182.00||
|Donation to CLM|||||3,988.53||-|-|-|||-|-||||3,989||5,865.62||
|Hospitality|||||6.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||6||201.00||
|Prayer|||||228.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||228||375.00||
|Dept: AV|||||79.82||-|-|-|||-|-||||80||3,200.00||
|Other Ministries|||||6,001.77||-|-|-|||-|-||||6,002||4,840.98||
|Trustee Exps|||||0.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||-||540.00||
|Donations to Head Office|||||2,739.20||-|-|-|||-|-||||2,739||2,932.77||
|Pastor Gross Salaries On Costs (pensions, employers NI, etc)|||||32,884.82||-|-|-|||-|-|||32,885|32,885||31,231.38||
|Pastorial Care Car Fuel|||||90.01||-|-|-|||-|-||||90||115.01||
|Pst Exp : Retreats & Courses & Book|||||1,095.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||1,095||650.00||
|Pastorial Expenses Other|||||530.71||-|-|-|||-|-||||531||3,028.72||
|Pastorial Assistant Care Exp|||||0.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||-||8,470.00||
|Pastorial Care Travel Abroad|||||4,167.89||||||||||||4,168||4,059.15||
|Ministerial Team Exps|||||323.50||-|-|-|||-|-||||324||1,666.80||
|Pension|||||2,661.14||||||||||||2,661||2,518.59||
|Hospitality (Guest Minister )|||||30.04||-|-|-|||-|-||||30||1,156.00||
|Insurance - Trustees And Professional Ideminity|||||709.12||-|-|-|||-|-||||709||689.18||
|Telephone & Fax|||||2,805.21||-|-|-|||-|-||||2,805||2,926.70||
|Internet / website costs|||||522.72||-|-|-|||-|-||||523||558.07||
|Office Rental Costs|||||726.98||-|-|-|||-|-||||727||10,372.51||
|Premises expenses|||||416.89||-|-|-|||-|-||||417||-||
|Other Professional Fees|||||0.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||-||200.00||
|Office support costs|||||927.05||||||||||||927||-||
|Bank and other financial charges|||||30.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||30||60.00||
|Church rental costs|||||0.00||-|-|-|||-|-||||-||16,799.40||
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|||Sub total|||113,705||-|-|-|||-|-||113,705|113,705|||129,181||
|A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see
table)
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Total payments
113,705
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113,705
129,181
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| Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
- 21,732 - 114,530 |
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- 21,732 |
- 1,731 |
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| - 114,530 |
- 116,261 |
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| 92,798 | - | - | 92,798 | 114,530 |
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B1 Cash funds |
Signature Details Details Details Details Bank accounts Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 92,798 - - - - - 92,798 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name Mr. Emmanuel Kodua |
Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - |
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| - | |||
| OK | |||
| Endowment funds to nearest £ - - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - Current value (optional) - - - - - - - - When due (optional) Date of approval 30/10/2025 |
Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees