THE COUNCIL OF THE MAR THOMA PARISHES IN EUROPE MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 1ST APRIL 2023 TO 31ST MARCH 2024 ANNUALACCOUNTS 1ST APRIL 2023 TO 31ST MARCH 2024 BUDGET 1ST APRIL 2024 TO 31ST MARCH 2025 ZONAL COUNCIL MEMBERS Revd John T. Thomas Vice President Revd John Mathew Charivil Secretsry "If Mr Thomas Abraham Treasurer Revd Thomas George Ecurnenical Ofticer Adv Jacob P. Abraham Public Relationship Officer Mr Bllo Kuruvllla Kurlan council Member Mrs Dr Preetha Thomas Council Member Most Rev Dr Theodosius Mar Thoma Metropolitan Rt Rev Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Diocesan Episcopa (till 31 sl December 2023) Rt Rev Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Diocesan Episcopa (From1 sl January 20241 VICARS CURRENTLY SERVING IN THE OIOCESE Revd John T. Thomas Revd John Malhew Charivil Rev. Varllghese Koshy •• Revd Nlshad Isaac Chandy Re¥, Thomas Joseph Revl Thomas Geoille Revd Jacob P. T. g o e Revd Abu Cherlan Revd Sanoj Babll Malhew Revd John P. Cha¢ko p o p Revd Solu M. Thomas Revd Thomas John Revd Merln Malhew Revd Johnson M. John Reyd Reji Easow Revd Stanley Mathew John Revd Subin Malhew Parayil COVNCIQI The Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Charity Registration Number.. 1175503 11 Priory Gardens, Ashford, Surrey TW15 1 NZ. th ANNUAL REPORT 1ST APRIL 2023 TO 31ST MARCH 2024 ANNUAL ACCOUNTS 1ST APRIL 2023 TO 315T MARCH 2024 BUDGET 181 APRIL 2024 TO 31ST MARCH 2025 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE ITABLE OF CONTENTS Page No. Adminislralive Information- Notice of Ihe Annual General Body Meeting Annual General Body Meeting - Agenda Annual General Body Meeting - Admission Ticket Annual Repori-2023-24- Financial Slalemenls-2023-24 10 13 27 Auditors Report- Slalemenls ofAccounls 2023-24 30 32 Budget - 2024-25- 46 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of Ihe Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe MALANKARA MAR THOMAS SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Reference and Administration Inlormation Charily Name: The Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Chanty Registration Number.. 1175503 Operational Address.. 11 Priory Gardens, Ashford, Surrey TW15 1 NZ. ZONAL COUNCIL MEMBERStrRUSTEES Diocesan BishoplPresident Rt Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa (Till 31 si December 20231 Rl Rev. Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa (From151 January 20241 Revd John T. Thomas Vice-President Secretary Treasurer Revd John Mathew Charlvll Mr Thomas Abraham Ecumenical Officer Revd Thomas George Mr Jacob P. Abraham Public Relations Officer Council Members Mr Bijo Kuruvilla Kurian & Mrs Dr Preetha Thornas Mr Abraharn Niravalh & Mr Cyril Abraham John MIS. Jilender Kaur, Chartered Accountant, Faith House, Main Street, Little Stretion Leicester LE2 2FS. Internal Independent Examiners External Independent Auditors Bankers Barclays Bank PLC, Harrow 2, Leicestershire, LE87 2BB, UK. Governing Document: The Council of Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe is governed by the consttiution adopted on 91h Oclober 2017 and the Governing documenl of Ihe Council ol the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe, as Bylaws on the Council of Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe under the constitution of Ihe Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Notice of the Annual General Body Meeting of THE COUNCIL OF THE MAR THOMA PARISHES IN EUROPE UK & EUROPE ZONE To All Members ol the Council ol the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe (COMPE) UK- Europe Zonal Assembly Dear All Notice is hereby given thal the Annual General Body Meeting ol the Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe (UK- Europe Zonal Assembly) will be held on Saturday, 061h July 2024,10.00 am18STI at St John's Mar Thoma Church, 80196 Cambridge Road, Hounslow, TW47BH. The agenda of the meeting is attached. If any member is interested in bringing any item under the agenda item "Any Other Business,, please contact the secretary via email.'compeeurope@gmail.com on or before 0151 July 2024. Questions and clarification on the Annual Report and Accounts that should be answered by reference lo the record should be notified to the Secretary in wnting via email.. compeeurope@gmail.com on or before 01 $1 July 2024, 5 pm IBSTI. The meeting will be in person. Please confirm your participation in writing by completing the registration form, see the attached Google form, or email the secretary.. compeeurope@gmail.com at the earliest or by 02rl July 2024. For and on behall of the Councll of the Mar Thoma Parlshes In Europe, UK-Europe Zone. By Order, Revd John Malhew Charlvll Secretary London 18 June 2024 NB: 1. Members of the UK-Europe Zonal Assembly consist of our Diocesan Bishop, all our Clergy, elecled Zonal Assembly Members, Nominated Members, Vice President, Secretary, Trustee IFinancel Trustee (Accounlsl ol parishes in the UK & Europe, elected representative from each congregalion. 2. Please conlirm your attendance al the annual assembly meeting by completing the Google form, using the link provided in the email as soon as possible or by 02nd July 2024. 3. The Assembly Registration Fee is £20.00. You may claim the registration fee from your respective parish/ congregation. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE ANNUAL GENERAL BODY MEETING Saturday, 061h July 2024 at 10.00 am Agenda Opening Hymn Opening Worship. Devotional Message Prayer Reporting the Quorum Oath of the Zonal Assembly Members Appointment of Recording Secretary Welcome.. Zonal Secretary Presidential address.. Rl Revd Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa 10. Presentation of the Annual Report for the Year 2023-2024 11. Presentation of Non.Budgeted and Over-8udgeted Item5 for the Year 2023-2024 12. Presentation of Audited Accounts and Financial Statements lor the Year 2023-2024 13. Question & Answer lo Annual Report and Financial Statements loi the Year 2023-2024 14. Approval of the Annual Report and Accounts for the Year 2023-2024 15. Presentation and Approval of the Budget lor the Year 2024-2025 16. Authorisation lo Pay ihe Expenses for Ihe Firsl 6 Monlhs ol the Year 2025-2026 17. Appointment of Internal and External Examiners for the Year 2024-2025 18. Resolutions lif any) as per Clause 219 of the Sabha Constitution 19. Any Other Business with the Prior Permission ol the Chair 20. Approval ol the Minutes 21. Vote of Thanks 22. Prayer and Benediclion 10 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE THE COUNCIL OF THE MAR THOMA PARISHES IN EUROPE COMPE UK- Europe Zone ANNUAL GENERAL BODY MEETING Saturday 6th July 2024, 10.00 am ADMISSION TICKET Full Name and Tille I will be attending the meeting (Please lick as appropriatel Name of Parish / Congregation Positlon Email I would like a printed copy ol the annual report ff]Yes ONO 0] Bank Q Pay on the day Registration Fee 1£ 20.001 Signalure ol The Vicar (Parish Seal) Signature of The Member Please inform of any specrfic dietary requirements IE.g. Allergies, Vegetarian elc.I Please list them below. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 11 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE THE COUNCIL OF THE MAR THOMA PARISHES IN EUROPE UK & EUROPE ZONE 15th Annual Report for the year 2023-24 (6th Annual Reporl alter ils formation as Zone of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church-UK & Europe on 1 si Jan.20181 Praise the LORD, my soul,. all my innpost being, praise His holy name. Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all His benelils - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeen7s your life fron7 the pit and crowns you with love and Gompassion. (Ps. 103.'14) Introduction. While the COVID outbreak has not yel diminished, numerous other issues have been confronted during ihe past year. There have been numerous casualties and property losses, as well as human rights violations in the Israel-Palesline and Russia-ukraine wars, among others. We witnessed Chiislians being persecuted in several nations, including Manipur in India. Apart from the increase in worldwide temperatures, several natural calamities upset the equilibrium of the cosmos and are something lo behold with fear. The number of people being defrauded is rising as more and more people travel to Europe and other countries for employment and study. Added to this, rising issues in homes and workplaces paint vivid picture of the limes. The voice of the Lord saying, 'Do not be afraid, l am with you,, even in such times ol crisis, helps us lo remain peaceful. The Council of Mar Thoma parishes in Europe is a unique instrument of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church instituted lor conducting effective adminislralive coordination ol the parishes and congregations in the UK and Europe Zone. The year 2023-24 is marked as a significant year in the history ol the Council of thp Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe. The following annual report is presented here as a fullilmenl of Clause 4 of the constitution of the COMPE. Governance and Administralion 2. 1. Diocesan EpisGopa. The Rl Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa continued lo serve as the Diocesan Episcopa and President of the Council of Mar Thoma parishes in Europe lill 31 December 2023. Thirumeni carried out his Episcopal visit al two instances in the reporting year, presided over the Zonal programs, as well as, visited parishes and congregations, and provided leadership and pastoral care and episcopal oversight on all the spiritual need5 and the adminislralive matters of the zone. In addition to this, Thirumeni gave leadership in the different programs managed by the auxiliary organisalions, which were conducted through various digital plattorms. The leadership of Thirumeni in the development ol the Zone, the Zonal office and the Bishop's residence were admirable. The Rt Revd Dr Jospeh Mar Ivanios Episcopa took charge of the COMPE and the newly formed Diocese from1 SlJanuary 2024, as pprthe decision of the Episcopal Synod and the Kalpana of MarThoma Mptropolilan, No.116, dated 91h December 2023. We look forward to the blessed leadership of our new Diocesan Episcopa lor the further development ol the newly formed diocese. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 13 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE 2. 2 Trustees / Zonal Council Members: Diocesan BishoplPresident Rl Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa (Until 31 Sl December 20231 Rl Revd Di Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa IFrom 151 January 20241 Revd John T. Thomas Revd John Mathew Charivil Mr Thomas Abraham Revd Thomas George Mi Jacob P. Abraham Mr Bijo Kuruvilla Kurian, Mrs Dr Preetha Thomas Vice President Secretary Treasurer Ecumenical Officer Public Relationship Officer Council Members 2.3 Financial Examiners Independent Examiners Mi Abraham Niravalh Mr Cyril Abraham John Ms Jilender Kaur, Ichartered Accountant), Faith House, Main Street, Leicester, LE2 2FS. Externa1 Auditor Annual General Body (Assembly) Meeting and Council meetings The Annual General Body meeting of the COMPE (Zonal Assembly) was held on 12th July 2023 at St. John's Mar Thoma Church, 80 Cambridge Road, Hounslow, TW4 7BH. The President of the Zonal Assembly, Rl Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa presided over the meeting. 3.1 Key decisions at the Zonal Assembly a. The annual report for the year1 s1 April 202210 3151 March 2023 was presented and passed. b. The annual account lor1 si April 202210 3151 March 2023 with an income of £395,838.83 and expenditure ol £72,147.73 and the balance of £323,691.10 was presented and passed. c. The annual Budget for the year 2023-24 with an income of £588.390.77 and expendrture of £277,185.00 was presented and passed. d. Authorised the Zonal Counciv Charity truslees lo spend no more than 6112 of expendrture ol the year 2023-24 for the first six months ol the year 2024-25 e. Appointed Ms Jilender Kaur, Chartered Accountant Faith House, Main Street Leicester, LE2 2FS. l. Elected the new office BearerslTruslees of the COMPE lor 2023-26. Zonal Council Meelings The Zonal Council officially mel eight times during the reporting year, both in person and virtually. The council made timely decisions lo execute Ihe programs and objectives set by the Zonal Assembly. Zonal Office and Bishop's Residence (Aramana The COMPE off ice and Bishop's residence are in the Mar Thoma Centre, 11 Priory Gardens, Ashlord, Surrey TW15 1 NZ. All the legal work regarding the registration of the property and building was completed successfully in Ihe reporting year. 14 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Bishop Secretary: Revd Silo John is appoinled as the Bishop's secretary during the reporting year. He slayed al the centie and managed the office. Office assistant: Mr Anish P Tom has been appointed as an office assistanl on a parl-lime basis. He helps with office work. Formation of New Diocese From 1 January 2024, vide Circular No. 115 of the Mar Thoma Metropolitan, Most Revd Dr Theodosius Mar Thoma Melropolilan, dated 9 December 2023, the UK-Europe Zone became the Diocese ol UK, Europe, and Africa ol the Mar Thoma Church by incorporating parishes and congregations in the Zone and one parish and a congregation in Aliica that were part of the Kottayam- Kochi Diocese. It was the iealisalion and lulfilment of a long dream. Parishes & Congregations As the MarThoma Community in UK-Europe Zone grows immensely due lothe migralion, alllhe parishes and congregalions are seeing a significant increase in membership and have taken steps to welcome and assisl those new to the UK and Europe. There were 13 parishes and 7 congregations in the zone al the beginning ol the repoiling year, 15 parishes and 8 congregations al the end ol the reporting year. The panshes and congregations in the Zone are divided into live centres as per the decision of the Episcopal Synod. South Africa Emmanuel Mar Thoma church and Nigeria Lagos St. Thoma5 Mar Thoma congregation were integrated into the diocese on 151 January 2024. Southampton Salem Mar Thoma congregation is elevated lo parish slalus, and Ihe Nottingham Prayer group of All Saints Mar Thoma Church Pelerborough was elevated as a new Congregation from 151 January 2024. 10. Clergy A total of 17 Clergy members served in the Diocese during the repoiling year. We acknowledge and thank the achens and their families loi their spiritual and pastoral care, dedicated service, and leadership in the respective parishes and congregations. In addition to their services in the parishes and congregations, they provide great leadership in various capacities at the zonal level. We also acknowledge and thank the service of the following clergy who completed their term of office on 301h April 2023 and returned to India. Revd Binu J. Varghese served as the Vicar of London Sl. Johns Mar Thoma Church and Soulhampton Salem Mar Thoma Congregalion. He has also served as the Vice President ol the Zone and Bishop's Secielary. Revd K. K. Kuruvilla served as the Vicar of the London St. James Mar Thoma Church. He was also the President of Zonal Suvisesha Sevika Sangham and convenor for the souvenir published to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Zone and the dedication and inauguration of the Zonal office and Aramana. Revd Jobi Koruth served as the Vicar of East London St. Peleis Mar Thoma Church and Pelerborough All Saints Mar Thoma Church. He also served as the President of Ihe Zonal Youlh Fellowship and Director of YOUMAT. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 15 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Revd Saju Chacko served as the Vicar ol Birmingham Hermon Mar Thoma Church and as Ihe President Of Zonal Sunday School. Following achens also served in Ihe zone during the reporting year. Revd John T. Thomas Vicar, Hermon Mar Thoma Church Midlands, Birmingham Revd John Malhew Charivil Vicar, St. Johns Mar Thoma Church UK, London Revd Thomas Baby Vicar, Tabore Mar Thoma Church, Manchesler Revd Varghese Koshy Vicar, Nazareth Mar Thoma Church, Dublin & Cork Mar Thoma Congregation Revd Thomas George Vicar, All Saints Mar Thoma Church, Peterborough Revd Jacob P. T. Vicar, St, Peter's Mai Thoma Church, East London & Canterbury Mar Thoma Church, Kent Revd Thomas Joseph (Anakaral Vicar, Mar Thoma Congregation, Germany Revd Abu Cherian Vicar, Carmel Mar Thoma Church, Liverpool & Mar Thoma Congregation, Hull & Lincolnshire Revd Sanol Babu Malhew Vicar, St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, Bristol Reyd Solu M. Thomas Vicar, Sl. James Mar Thoma Church, London Revd Thomas John Vicar, Sinai Mar Thoma Church, North London Revd Johnson M. John Vicar, Switzerfand Mar Thoma Congregation Reyd Merln Mathew Vicar, St. Andrews Mar Thoma Church, Scotland Revd Sllo John Vicar, Salem Mai Thoma Church Southampton & Immanuel Mar Thoma Church, Cardiff. Revd Stanley Mathew John Vicar, Belfast MarThoma Congregation & South Dublin MarThoma Congregation Revd Reji Easow Vicar, Nottingham Mar Thoma Congregation 11. The Zonal Programs and activities 11. 1. Zonal Sunday The 24th Of September 2023 was observed as Zonal Sunday. A pulpit exchange was arranged as part of the Zonal Sunday Observation. As part Of the pulpit exchange, the clergy visited the parishes as arranged by the Diocesan EpiSCDpa. The clergy briefed the parishes and congregations about the programs and activities of Ihe Zone and encouraged the parishes to actively participate in the various Zonal initiatives. A special order of worship was used for the worship services. It was a time of thanksgiving for God's divine mercy for sustaining us as a worshipping community that cherishes the faith and practices of our foieparents and the time to inleicede lor the various development needs of Ihe zone. 10 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE 11. 2. Mar Thoma Meet 2023 - (Kudumba Sangamam-2023) The Mar Thoma Meet was held on 11th November 2023 at Coton Green Centre, Tamworth, Slaffordshire. Kudumba Sangamam began with Holy Qurbana. The chief Celebrant was Rt Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa. Thirumeni presided over the public meeting, and R. Revd Saju Lukose Muthalali was the Chief Guest who delivered the message. The talent programs by the members of the auxiliary organisations and members from different parishes added Ilavour to the family meet. The clergy and more than 700 delegates from Ihe parishes and congregations parlicipated in the one-day occasion that served lo connect and reconnect with Mar Thoma members. The November 51h 2023, Sunday was observed as a special prayer day for the Kudumba Sangamam. A committee chaired by Revd John Mathew Charivil executed Ihe program on behalf of the Zonal Council. Mr Bijo Kuruvilla Kurian served as the General Convenor. Various subcommittees, under the leadership of clergy and lay leaders ol the Zone, diligently worked to ensure the successful conduct of the program. 11. 3. Farewell to the Dlocesan Blshop The Zonal Council arranged a farewell meeting to our Diocesan Bishop and Zonal President, Rt Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa, on 11th November 2023 during ihe Kudumba Sangamam. Revd John T. Thomas presented a memento, and Mr Thomas Abraham felicrtaled Thirumeni on behalf ol the Zone and offered the gilt. The representatlV8S of the auxiliary oiganisations also felicilaled Thirumeni and piesenled the gifts. 11. 4. Zonal Chrislmas Carol The Zonal Christmas carol service was held on 26th December 2023 at All Saints Mar Thoma Church, Peterborough. The Zonal Vice President, Revd John T. Thomas, presided over the service. Revd Silo John led the service, and Revd Thomas George welcomed the Gathering. The chief guest, Mrs Dr Anna Krauss, the President of CTE, delivered the Christmas message. The carols were led by the Zonal Choir and by the different parishes in the Zone. Over 250 members participated in the service. The Zone acknowledges and thank Ihe Vicar, the office bearers, and members of All Saints Mar Thoma Church, Peterborough, lor hosting the carol service. Revd Thomas George served as the Chairman, and Mr Ali Chacko (South Centrel and Gaius Thompson (North Centrel were the programme coordinators 11. 5. Maramon Convention Stall The Zone arranged the UK-Europe-Africa Diocese stall al the Maramon Convention for the first lime as directed by Ihe Diocesan Episcopa Rl Revd Dr Jospeh Mar Ivanios Episcopa. It was an opportunity to connect with Ihe friends ol Ihe Diocese, well-wishers and former vicars who served in the Zone. Bishops, including our former Diocesan Episcopas, guest speakers, clergy, and well-wishers, visited the stall. A bookmark that gives a short description of the Diocese was also distribLrted through the stall. The stall was managed by members of the Diocese who visited Maramon and by clergy. Special thanks to Revd Nishad Issac Chandy, Revd John P Chacko, and Revd Subin Mathew Parayil for managing Ihe stall during the Maramon convention. 11. 6. Website and social media The Zonal website Iwww.marlhomaukeu.coml provides all relevant information on Ihe Zonal structure, history, latest news, and updates. 11 also provides informalion on the auxiliary organisations, parishes, and congregations in Ihe Diocese. The website provides an online presence lor Zonal projects and programs and inlormation about parishes and ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 17 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE congregalions. This year, Zone also starled a Facebook page and WhalsApp channel lo speed up communicalion. Mr Thomas Abraham and Mr Jacob P Abraham were in charge of maintsining the website and keeping rt up to date. 11. 7. Charitable and Outreach Programs 11. 7.1. Llght to Llfe Prolecl The Ligm to Life Intiialive of the Diocese of UK-Europe and Aliica embodies a profound commitment to the holistic development of underprivileged children across India. Its core mission is to provide quality education, improve healthcare accessibility, foster personal growth, and empower children from marginalized backgrounds. Through this initiative, every child is afforded equal oppoilunities to flourish and excel in life. Al ils heail, Light to Life aims to unlock Ihe full potential of each child, disrupting the vicious cycle of poverty and nurturing them lo become impactful conlribulors to society. Grounded in the vision of Rt Revd Dr Issac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa, this iniliabve radiates hope and opportunity. The inaugural project, launched on April 15, 2023, at Kalechiwadi in Pune, India, in collaboration with Holistic Child Development India IHCDII, directly impacted 150 children. Now discussions are underway for the ne￿ phase in Aduvally, ThiruvananthapLJram, slated to commence in June 2024. Presently, with the invaluable guidance of Diocesan Episc05pa Rt Revd Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa, and the diligent efforts ol Revd Abu Cherian as the General Convenoi, Light to Life thrives. Mr Thomas Abraham serves as a Trustee, while Dr Suresh Samuel, Dr Binu Malhew K. Thomas, and Mr Sam Malhew serve as coordinators. Revd John Mathew C (Diocesan Secretary) and Mr Jacob P. Abraham (Zonal PRO) are ex officio members ol the executive committee. Mi Anish Tom is currently serving as the office adminislialoi for the project. At the parish level, the dedicated efforts ol promoters from each respective parish provide significant momentum to the projecl al the grassroots level. However, to propel this noble mission forward, more supporters are needed. Currently, 300 sponsors across the UK and Ireland champion this cause, but additional donors are crucial loi the lorlhcoming phases ol the project. In essence, Light to Life is more than an initiative., il's a beacon of hope, illuminating brighter futures lor children in need across India. 11. 7.2. YOUMAT (Youth Ministry among Mar Thoma Students in UK &Europel YOUMAT, the student ministry formed in 2021 under the initiative ol Mar Thoma Church UK-Europe Zone, organi5ed different activities dunng the period 2023-2024. This ministry provides pastoral care and guidance to home, overseas, and young migrants. YOUMAT is operational wrth the support of the UK-Europe Zone along with the guidance of Rt Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa and Rl Revd Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa, Vicar's ol parishlcongregalions and Youth fellowship members. The students are engaged through phone and social media plattoims to ensure their well-being and progress, wherever they are placed. Wilh the Director, a core leam coordinating the South & North Zones ol the UK, along with dedicated volunteers, cater lo the ministry of YOUMAT. Activities organised in the year 2023 - 2024. Sludenl Orientation Youmat team organised an orientation session named 'UK & EU University Life - Skills, Smarts and Success, on 10th October 202317 PMI via Zoom. This was lo facilitate the students in various aspects like settling into a new context, towards acing academia, survival skn'lls, do's & don'ts ol university life. The session was led by Mr Boney Eapen Babu, Dr Priya Abraham & Mr Edison George, who once excelled in their student life in this context. Sludenl Meel Up- The student Meet Up at the 2023 UK-Europe Mar Thoma Family Meet, held at Tamworth, Birmingham, on November11th 2023, was successful in assuring them suppori in different aspecls of their student life. YOUMAT had 18 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE its slall at Ihe venue, and bookmarks were distribLrted. As a token of love and gralitude from YOUMAT, a Sleeba (Crossl was gifted to Rt Revd Di Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa on his farewell session at the Family Meet. Session on Academic Writing - YOUMAT pitched another session On November 23rd 202317.'30 pm via Zoom) on the Academic Writing Process. This session was led by Mis Jinu Varghese (School of Nursing, University of Birmingham}. The session provided insights on concise wrrting, line-tuning critical wrib'ng and how to avoid accidental plagiarism. YOUMAT Chrislmas Mini-Podcasls From 1s1 December 2023, all the way until Christmas, thoughttul Chrislian perspectives were shared thiouoh YouTube and Instagram in the form of podcasts. Bishops from Mar Thoma Syrian Church and Church ol England, Priests, YOUMAT volunteers and students took parl in this initiative to prepare OLJr hearts for Ihe coming of the Saviour. Holy Communion in Bulgaria- This ministry was able to cater for the students in Bulgaria, by providing opportunities lo attend Holy Communion. Revd Johnson M. John took the lead in supporting this initiative. Youmat hopes to expand ils wings in the coming years at the University level and become a student unil in the region. Let us continue to pray lor this ministry to become a blessing to our students and to the Mar Thoma Syrian Church ol Malabar. Office Bearers Revd. Stanley Mathew John Mrs Geena Ajay Mr Allwin George Mrs Jinu Varghese Mr Abin Varghis Director Coordinator South coordinator North Coordlnator Media 11. 7.3. Financial Support The Zonal Council, with the help of Parishes and well-wishers, has provided financial assistance lor performing posthumous riles on the departure of loved ones as per the application received. 12. Organisations 12. 1. Sunday School 12. 1.1. Sunday School Currlculum The North America & Europe Diocesan Sunday School curriculum wa5 used throughout the UK and Europe region for Grade levels Nursery to 11 &12 for the 2023-2024 academic year. The Mai Thoma Church Our Foundation and Vision book was also used lo teach church history to our students who are in Grades 5 -10. The Zonal Team took the responsibilrty lor printing and distributing curriculum books and all other resource materials to all our Sunday Schools. 12. 1.2. The Zonal Sunday School Exams The Zonal exams were conducted on the following dates.. Sunday 11th June 2023 Sunday 25th June Sunday 2nd July Ireland Scotland England and Wales ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 19 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE 12. 1.3. Teachers Training The annual teacher's trainings (Teachers Retreats) were held regionally, as soon as the new academic year slarled in September 2023, hosted by Ihe following parishes.. Ireland Region North Region South Region NaZa￿h MTC, Dublin, Saturday16th September 2023 All Saints MTC, Peterborough, Saturday 30th September 2023 St Johns MTC, London, Satuiday141h October 2023 12. 1.4. World Sunday School Celebratlon The World Sunday School Celebrations were organised at the Centie level, on Saturday 4th of November 2023, as follows.. North Cenlre.. Tabore MTC, Manchester, hosted the North Centre event at the Birf(enheaii School in Merseyside. Revd Thomas George led the programme, which was attended by around 300 Children and 75 teachers. South Centre: The South Centre event was al St Julian's School, Newport, led by Revd Solu M. Thomas and hosted by Immanuel MTC, Cardiff. Approximately 350 Children and 100 teachers attended the event. East-west Centre: The celebrations for the Ireland region were held al St Maelruains Parish Hall, Tallaght, hosted by Nazareth MTC, Dublin. Revd Merin Mathew was the main leader of the programme. 12. 1.5. Sunday School Leaders Tralnlng Camp The Zonal Sunday School organised a two-day camp, based on the VBS theme GoPro (Going Proficient- 2 Timothy 2.'151 from Friday 81h lo Saturday 91h March 2024, at the White Hall Education Cenlre, Buxton in the Peak District National Park in England. 36 delegates attended this camp. The trained leaders from this camp are allocated to lead VBSS as Directors. There are 21 VBSS planned for this year in our regions. Office Bearers: President Secretary Treasurer North Centre Co-ordinator South Centre Co-ordinator East West Gentre Co-ordinator Revd Sanoj Babu Mathew Mr Siju George Mrs Susan Mathew Mrs Jinu Varghese Mrs Mariamma Chacko Mrs Shobana Chacko 12. 2. Youth Fellowship The past year marked a significant period of iransition for the Diocesan Youth Fellowship, characterized by farewells, new beginnings, and a reinvigorated commitment to serving the youth communily. In April 2023, we bid farewell to Revd Jobi Koruthu, who had served as our esleemed Zonal President for over three years. Stepping into this transitional phase, Revd Silo John provided intermediary leadership, guiding the Diocesan Zonal Team, and facilitating the early groundwork for the 6th of Mar Thoma Youth Conference. Alongside this transition, we welcomed Revd Thomas George as the new leader of the Diocesan Youth Fellowship. His leadership has been instrumental in steering the fellowship through the past year's endeavours. 20 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Online Youth Retreat A significant highlight of the year was the online youth retreat held on October 25th 2023, under the theme "Youths with a Mission., Wtth speakers including the immediate past Diocesan Bishop the Rt Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa, Revd Thomas George, and Prof Dr Joseph George, the retreat aimed to nurture spiritual growth, purpose discovery, and active faith engagement. Approximately 75 youths participated, enriching their spintual journey and lostering a deeper connection with God and their mission. Zonal Youth Fellowshlp Commlttee President Revd Thomas George Vice President Mrs Blessy Jacob Secretary Mr Reuben Mathew Joint Secreiary Mrs Steffy Rennie-Philip Treasurer Mr Steve Varghese North Centre Secretary Mr Thomas K. Thomas South Centre Secretary Mr Renoy Kurien North Centre representative Mr Ashwin Oommen 12. 3. Sevika Sangham Zonal Sevika Sangam actively participates in every aspect of Zonal programmes of the UK-Europe Zone and gives guidance to all Sevika Sangam-related programmes in the churches. 12.3.1. Chaln Prayer: Zonal Sevika Sangam continues to conduct an online chaln prayer foilnlghtly on Frldays, with increased member participation in the reporting year. 12.3.2. South Centre Conference: The Sevika Sangam South Centre conference wa5 conducted in St Thomas Mar Thoma Church Bristol, on June 241h 2023. The theme ol the conference was taken Irom Sl Mark 07'.24-30, and the main message was delivered by Revd Solu M. Thomas. The conference was attended by all the Vicars ol the South centie parishes along with the Sevika Sangam members. 12.3.3. Singing Competition: Along with the Sevika Sangam South Zone conference, a singing competition was also conducted, and rt was a melodious event. The lirsi prize was bagged by St John's MTC London. The second prize was Secured by Sl Thomas MTC, Bristol. The Third prize winner was Canterbury MTC Kent. 12.3.4. Sevika Sangham Day: Sevika Sangam members observed Sevika Sangham Day on September1 Oth 2023. The Sevika Sangam provided leadership by assisting the worship service, delivering the sermon, and reading the lesson during the worship service in their respective churches. The Sevika Sangham members also presented a special song during the service. 12.3.5. 6th Zonal Conference: Zonal Sevika Sangham conducted the 6th UKIEurope Zonal Conference on October 7th 2023, al Hermon Mai Thoma Church, Birmingham. Parlicipants came from all the parishes and congregations in the UK, Ireland, and Europe, and around 230 members attended the conference, including all the Vicars from the UK/Europe Zone. Revd Merin Mathew delivered the main message based on the theme 'Conversation with Jesus.. Well to Wellness. 12.3.6. Quiz Competition: On the day of the conference, we also condLJCted a Bible quiz on the book of Jeremiah under the able leadership of Revd Fi. Phillip. Twelve teams participated in the competition. St John's London won the firsi prize, followed by Tabore MTC Manchester, and Sl James MTC London won the third prize. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 21 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE 12.3.7. Kudumba Sangamam: Sevika Sangham members presented a song during Kudumba Sangamam IMarThoma Meet) held on 11th November 2023 at Tamworth, United Kingdom. 12.3.8. Farewell to the Rt Revd Dr Issac Mar Philoxenos EpisGopa- We had leadership from our Diocesan Bishop, Rt Revd Dr Issac Mar Philoxenos, for the past seven years. We bid farewell to Bishop on November11th during the Kudumba Sangamam evenl along with the other organisations. 12. 3.9. Charity As planned last year, UK Europe Zone collected a generous amount from each church to Salem Bhavanam Thiruvalla, which is a dedicated institution of Sevika Sangham, that provides support and care to the Children. The fund is used for the renovation work in Salem Bhavanam. The collected amount was sent to Salem Bhavanam directly by each parish due present limitation on fund transfer. The general body decided that the sum collected for1£5935.881 St Thomas Mission Hospital Kattanam for the purchase of the dialysi5 machine to be set aside in restricted funds and transferred to the organisation in due course. The Zonal Sevika Sangham encouraged and guided all churches in the Zone to send the Deppi pirivu to Kendia Sevika Sangham -Thiruvalla, a main charity for ehildren's ministry. 12. 3.9. Farewell and Felicitation Revd K. K. Kuruvilla provided able leadeishlp In the prevlous financial years. As Achen transferred back lo India In May 2023, we bid farewell lo him. We remember him in our prayers and thank God for the ministry he provided in the previous years. Olllce Bearers: President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Joint Secretary -North Joint Secretary -south Revd Thomas John (Vicar- Sinai MTC London) Mrs Annamma John (Nazareth MTC -Dublinl Mrs Sherly Vaiughese (Carmel MTC -Liverpooll Mrs Gincy Alexander Ilmmanuel MTC -Cardiffl Mrs Susamma Abraham George ITabore MTC -Manchesterl Mrs Jessy Chacko (Canterbury MTC, Kent) 12. 4. Edavaka Misslon Edavaka Mission conducted online intercessory prayer every month, which was hosted by parishes. Edavaka Mission pailicipated in various zonal programs and took on drfferenl responsibilities. We arranged house visits, fellowships, and personal evanoelism in various parishes. Office bearers: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Revd Varghese Koshy Mr Abraham Niravelh Eva Sajeev Daniel Mr Saji John 22 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE 12. 5. DSMC-Diocesan Choir The past year has been an inspiring journey for our Diocesan Choir, filled with remarkable events and collaborative efforts. Our choirs have demonstrated exceptional talent, dedication, and unity, from virtual performances to feslive carol services. This report highlights the key activrties of our Diocesan Choir, showcasing their conlribulions to our community's spiritual and musical enrichment. We exiend our heartfelt gratitude to all the Vicars, Choir Leaders, and members who have played a vital role in these successes. 12.5.1. DSMC Choir Sunday In May 2023, church choirs celebrated DSMC Choir Sunday. This occasion was marked by special performances and activities that underscored the importance of choir music in worship and community life. It was a beautiful display of Ihe dedication and passion our choirs have lor their ministry. 12.5.2. DSMC Choir Fest: On May 31, 2023, as part ol the DSMC Choir Fesl, many of our choir members from various parishes participated in a virtual song event, This lest, held in Kottarakkara, showcased the talent and dedication ol our choir members despite the virtual format. Their collective performance was a testament to their hard work and ability lo adapt to new challenges. 12.5.3. Zonal Virtual Choir Presentation In November 2023, the Zonal Choir Leaders Forum decided lo release a virtual song performed by various church choirs. A total 0118 church choir5 participated in this virtual production, which received wide appreciation from our church members. This initiative highlighted the unity and collaborative spirrt among our choirs. Special thanks to all the Vicars, Choir Leaders, and Choir members for their initiative and effort in making this initiative a success. The Diocesan Bishop, Rt Revd Dr Issac Mar Philoxenos Thirumeni, blessed the virtual Choir with an introductory speech. 12.5.4. Mar Thoma Meet During the Mar Thoma Meet 2023, the Zonal Choir took a leading role in the holy communion service and performed special songs during the public meeting. Their involvement was pivotal in enhancing the spiritual expenence ol the event, showcasing their dedication and musical talent. 12.5.5. Zonal Carol Service The Zonal Carol Service wa5 held at All Saints Mar Thoma Church in Peterborough on December 26, 2023. Choir members from various churches came together to lead this festive programme. Their harmonious performance brought joy and celebration lo the attendees. We extend our gratitude to all the church choirs who participated and made this event memorable. 12.5.6. Church Choir Audilions Throughout the year, many ol our choir members visited diffeieni parishes lo attend choir audrtions. These auditions were crucial in identifying and nurturing new talent within our church community. We thank the members who assisted in Ihese auditions for their commitment and support in tostering musical excellence in our choirs. In conclusion, the past year has been pvenfful and fruifful lor our Zonal Choir. We have seen remarkable enthusiasm, participation and performances from our choir members across various events and initiatives. We express our heartfelt ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 23 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE thanks to all who have contributed to these successes, and we look forward to another year Of inspiring music and fellowship. Zonal Choir President Zonal Choir Coordinator Revd Jacob P. T. Mr Ali Chacko 13. EGumenical Relations The Mar Thoma church UK-Europe Zone is a full member of Churches Togelhei in England and Churches Together in Britain and Ireland. Revd Thomas George represented the Zone in the CTE and CTBI. He attended various programs organised by CTE and CTBI. The following report on our participation in ecumenical endeavouis and inilialives constitutes a comprehensive analysis of the collaborative efforts and undertakings within the context ol various Christian denominations coming together lo promote unity, cooperation, and dialogue. It encompasses a detailed examination of the activities, events, and programs organized by different groups with the aim ol fosleiing mutual understanding, respect, and solidarity among believers. 1. Membership Subscription Fees.. The recent decision made by the Trustees of ChurchesTogether in England pertained to the establishment ol a comprehensive sel of principles aimed al determining the Membership Subscription Fees for the year 2024 and beyond, a framework that will be applicable to all members ol the CTE organization. This aheialion signifies an increment in our financial contribution from the initial amount of GBP 650.00 lo the revised sum of GBP 706.55. 2. Churche5 Together Shire & Soke Leaders meeting.. The variou5 gatherings such as the meetings ol the Churches Together Shire & Soke Leaders in regions like Noilhamptonshlre, Peterborough, and Rutland have been common occurrences that have been actively participated in, including sessions with the executive committees. 3. The Autumn Enabling Group of the Churches Together in England.. The Autumn Enabling Group of the Churches Together in England, meticulously scheduled from Ihe12th to131h of October 2023 al the Hayes Conference Centie in Swanwick, Derbyshire DE55 1 AU, was a pivotal event where the primary focus was directed towards exploring the pivotal role of young adults within our collaborative endeavours. The key objectives of this particular assembly included a collective examination ol the significant contributions made by young ecumenisls in England, both presently and in the foreseeable future, alongside the formulation of actionable responses by the CTE and ils member churches. Furthermore, the convocation served as the platform lor the official launch of The Bill Nelson Fund for Young Ecumenists, in addition lo lostering deeper conneclions Ihrough communal acbvities such as fellowship, theological contemplation, shared iievolional practices, and collaborative initiatives. Noleworlhy figures such as Victoria Turner, a distinguished CTE Trustee, and Rachel Gardner from Youlhscape were instrumental in leadino sessions on Iheological iellection and the broader landscape concerning Young Adults, respectively. 4. The Spring CTE Enabling Meeting 2024.. The Spring CTE Enabling Meeting which convened in March 2024, focused on the overarching theme ol safeguarding within the conlext of the church's mission. Hosted al the High Leigh Conference Centre in Hoddesdon, Herttordshire, the event featured two comprehensive presentations delving into the nuances Df safeguarding, with the first being a theological discourse delivered by the Revered CTE President and Moderator ol Ihe Free Churches Group, Revd Canon Helen Cameron. The discussions on safeguarding during this gathering served as a unifying force, where topics ranging from individual pastoral care within congregations to organizational practices, assumptions, and the concept ol 'best practice, were openly deliberated upon. The emphasis was on cultivating a deeper understanding of saleguaiding and tis alignment with the mission of Ihe 24 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Church, louching upon aspects such as power dynamics, compassionale vigilance, and support mechanisms for survivors of prolonged abuse, fostering an environment of conlinuous learning and introspeclion. The resounding message conveyed was that safeguarding transcends mere procedural obligations such as obtaining a Disclosure and Barring Service IDBSI check. 5. YMCA Christmas Celebration and Dinner.. The ceremonious Christmas Celebration and Dinner, hosted by ihe YMCA, London, took place on December15t 2023, marking a joyous occasion of communal festivity and goodwill. 6. Week of Prayer for Chrislian Unity in 2024.. The Week of Player for Christian Unity in 2024, oiganized by Ihe Malankaia Orthoiiox Syrian Church, UK, on Ihe181h of January, was a piolound lestamentlo the spirit ol ecumenism. Overall, the ecumenical gatherings, such as those facilitated by the CTE, where members convene to exchange reports, share updates, engage in delibeialions, and conducl official business, were very insigmful. These inleiactions foster an ambience of collegial warmth and fellowship, embodying the essence ol the ecumenical journey cenlred around embracing diversity and unity with honesly and compassion. 14. Constitution Drfting As we are becoming a diocese, Ihe zonal committee appointed a committee lo amend the exisling CIO constitution and bylaw ol the COMPE. The Rl Revd Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios chaired the committee. Revd John Mathew Chaiivil, Dr Zac Vaighese, Mi P. M. Mathew, Mi Thomas Abraham, Mr Noble J. Mathew and Mr Jacob P. Abraham are the members ol the drafting committee. The committee mel online and in person many limes lo make necessary changes in the constitution and the bylaws. We appreciate the invaluable effort of the Committee members. 15. Flnance The contribLJlions from the parishes and congregations, members, and well-wishers are the major income souree of the Zone. Oelailed financial slalemenls are given separately. We remember with gratitude all parishes and congregations and all those who contributed generously to the Zone's functioning, including charitable and humanitarian activities, Total Income Total Expenditure Balance £ 211,637.13 £103,044.62 £108,044.82 16. Acknowledgements We praise and thank the grace ol Almighty God, which we continually experience throughout the year. We are also blessed with eminent leadership. The blessing, vision, guidance, and support of our Metropolitan, the Most Revd Dr Theodosius Mai Thoma, and the Episcopal Synod empowered the Zone to grow as a wrtnessing communty. The leadership of the Rl Revd Dr Isaac Mar Philoxenos Episcopa was incredibly instrumental in the progress of the Zone. Now as we are moving forward as a Diocese, the great vision of our beloved Thirumeni cannot be forgotten. Thirumeni's period witnessed the formation of new parishes and congregalions in the Zone. It was in Thiiumeni's period thal Ihe zone became an independent entity under the Diocese of North America-Europe of the Mar Thoma Church. It was only through the great leadership of Thirumeni, that we could complete the Zonal office and Aramana. It was the fulfilment of Thirumeni's vision that we are elevated as a Diocese. We sincerely thank Thirumeni for his blessed leadership in the past seven years. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 25 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The graceful leadership of the Rt Revd Dr Joseph Mar Ivanios Episcopa continues lo uphold the legacy of Ihe leadership of our former bishops. Since Thirumeni was part of this Diocese in the past, he is aware of the needs in this part of the worfd. Let us thank and pray to God for His blessings upon Thirumeni. We express our gralitude and thanks to everyone who prayed, participated, supported, and encouraged us, including clergy, Zonal Assembly members, Zonal Auxiliary organizalion office bearers and members and well-wishers of the church. We acknowledge and thank all those who have contributed generously to the projects and programs ot the Zone and those who have helped us wrth the management of digital platforms and promotions ol programs of the zone. We thank God for enabling us lo worship ihe living God in person free of restrictions and oroanise proorammes lo strengthen our fellowship. We are grateful to God providing us the vision to move forward with the project lo establish a zonal office and bishop's residence and providing us the resources to complete the project and dedicate it lor the glory of God. Significant increase in membership presenls itsell both challenges and oppoilunities for us ai parish and zonal level. It is our fervent hope that we will rise to the challenge and provide the pastoral care and assistance to those who are new to the zone. 17. Conclusion As the new Diocese ol the Malankaia Mar Thoma Syrian Church, the UK-Europe-Africa Diocese is in its developing phase. Al the same time, the Diocese has a challenging mission in the context ol exponentially increasing migration ol church members to European countries.11 is high time to hold the hands ol our brothers and sisters in Christ and bring them under the umbrella ol the church. As we are going through a hard time breaking away Irom the influence ol Christianity, we should pay much attention lo nurluiing our future generations in lailh in Christ. The Lord has shown us a way through our church. What we need to do now is to endeavour lo make use of the possibilities that the Lord has given us and do our best to bring the church life into the homes. This is very crucial. The Danish philosopher Soren Kiikegaaid has a helpful saying.. "You can only understand life backwards, but you must live it forward.. May we continue to seek meaning as we move forward, encouraging each other to live the life into which we have been called. 'Lislen lo what the Spirit is saying to the churches., (Rev 2..71 Let's strive as a Diocese ol the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church to prepare and implement the plans for the new generation lo sland in the lailh of God by understanding the oralfiti of time and according io the times, needs by transmitting our ancestors, faith tradition to the latest generation. Together, let's live our Christian life, lor our future generations, assisting them in their search for meaning. For and on behaff of the Zonal Council Sd/- Revd John Malhew Charivll Secretary The Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe UK & Europe Zone 20 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE COUNCIL OF THE MAR THOMA PARISHES IN EUROPE (UK & EUROPE MAR THOMA ZONE) FOR THE PERIOD IstAPRIL 2023 TO 31st MARCH 2024 CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1175503 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 27 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of Ihe Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe UK & EUROPE MAR THOMA ZONE FINANCIAL STATEMENT Year ending 3151 March 2024 Financial Review Statement The trustees present their annual report and Financial Statements loi the year ended 31, March 2024. The Financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in Note 1 to the Accounts and comply with the Charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and the Charities statement ol Recommended Practice, IFRS1021. Detailed Income, Expenditure, Balance Sheet, Auditors Report and Independent Examiner's report are attached with this document. 'We solemnly declare that during the financial reporting year "151 April 2023 to 3151 March 2024" Iheie were no serious incidents or matters affecting the adminislialion, finance, and accounting practice to the charity. We make this declaiallon in accordance whh secllon 169 01 the Charity Act 2011. Going Concern Post Covid-19 pandemic the charity has now resumed all ils operations as undeilaken pre covid. All services and gatherings are now being held face lo lace Fundraising events and charitable activities have resumed to normal levels in 2023-24. The charity trustees reviewed the financial position and its cash flow based on current commitment and the trustees are lully satisfied that the cash generated is sufficient to enable the charity to support the activities for the next twelve months. The trustees are continuously monitoring ihe situation to ensure the charity responds to the challenges and lo continue to support various activities. 28 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Internal Examiners Report to the Trustees & Members of The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe. On accounts for the year ended 31SI March 2024 Charity No. 1175503 Set out on pages to 32 - 45 Respective responsibilities ol trustees and examiner The charity's trustees are responsible lor the preparation ol the accounts. It is our responsibility to.. examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, to follow Ihe procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 14515llbl ol the Charities Act, and to stale whelhei particular matters have come to our attention Basis ol independent examiner's slalemenl. Our examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the accounts present a 'true and lair, view and the report is limited to those matters sel out in the stalemenl below. Independent examiner's statement In connection with our examination, no material matters have come to our attention which gives us cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 01 the Charities Act,. 01 the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reporlsl Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'tiue and fair, view which is not a matter considered as parl ol an independent examination. We have come across no other matters in connection with the examination lo which attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts lo be reached. Mr Cyril John St James Mar Thoma Church. 167 Avery Hill, London SE9 2EX Mr Abraham Niravthu Sl Thomas Mar Thoma Church Stackpool Road, Southville Bristol BS3 1 NW Daled.. 11th May 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 29 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Independent Examiner's Report lo the trustees ol the charity The Council of the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe (117503) Report of the Independent Examiner to the Iruslees on the accounls of the Charlly for the year ended 31 Mar 2024 I report on the financial statements of Ihe chartty for the year ended 31 March 2024 which have been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 Ithe Act) and with the Financial Reporting Standard102 leffective January 20151 adapted to meet the needs of unincorporated organisations, as modified by the Statement of Recommended Practice for Accounting and Reporting issued by the Charity Commission for England & Wales, effective January 2015 (The SORPI, under the historical cost convention and the accountino policies sel out in the notes of the accounts. Respective responsibilities ol trustees and examiner The Charity's trustees are responsible lor the preparation of the linancial statements. The trustees are satisfied that the audit requiremenl ol Section 144111 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) does nol apply, and that there is no reqLJirement in the governing documenl 01 constitution of the Charity for the conducting of an audit. As a consequence, the trustees have elected that the financial statemen15 be subject to independent examination. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit, and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to.. al examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act., bl lo follow the procedures laid down in the General Directs'ons given by the Charity Commission uniier section 145151 Ibl ol Ihe Act., and., cl lo state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of opinion and scope ol work undertaken I conducted my examination In accordance with the General Dlrectlons given by the CharRy Commissioners lor England & Wales in relation to the conducting ol an independent examination, referred to above. An independent examination includes a review ol the accounting records kept by the Charity and of the accounting systems employed by the Charity and a comparison of the financial statements presented wrth those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the financial statements and seeking explanations from you as Irustees concerning such matters. The purpose ol the examination is to establish as far as possible that there have been no breaches of the Chanties legislation and that the financial statements comply with the SORP, on a test basis, of evidence relevant to the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and information supplied by the trustees in the course of the examination is not subjected to audit tests or enquiries, and consequently I iio not express an audit opinion on Ihe view given by ihe linancial slatemenls, and in pailicular, l express no opinion as lo whether the financial statements give a true and fair view of Ihe affairs of Ihe chartty, and my repori is limited to Ihe matters set out in the statement below. I planned and performed my examination so as to satisfy myself that the objectives of the independent examination are achieved and before linalising the report l obtain written assurances from the trustees ol all tnaterial matters. 30 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Subjecl to the limitations upon the scope of my work as delailed above, in connection wtih my examinalion. I can confirm that'.- This is a report in respecl ol an examinalion carried out under seclion 145 01 the Act and in accordance with any direclions given by the Commission under subsection15llbl ol that seclion which are applicable., and that no matter has come to my attenb'on in connection with my examination which gives me reasonable cause lo believe that in any material respect the requirements lo keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act 2011., when preparing accounts on an accrual's basis Ljnder s132 01 the Charities Act 2011, to prepare financial slalements which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of Ihe Acl and the 2015 Regulations setting out Ihe form and conlenl ol chaiily accounts., that the financial slalements be prepared in accordance wilh the methods and principles set out in the Ststement ol Recommended Practice Accounting and Reporting by Charitie5 leffective January 20151 The Examiner's relevant professional qualification or body. Chartered Accountant Jitender Kaur Chartered Accountant Faith House Main Street Little Stretton Leicester LE2 2FS ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 31 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe ICOMPEI Charity Registration No 1175503 Statèment of Flnanclal Actlvltl&8 for thè y&ar endèd 3151 March 2024 Currentyear Current Year Unreslricled Designated Funds Fund5 2023.24 2023.24 Currenl Year Restricted Funds 2023-24 Current Year Total Pravlous Y8ar Funds Total Funds 2023.24 2022-23 Income & Endowments from.. Donations Charitable Acllvlties 40,050.00 48,469.11 76,010.19 47,107.83 116.060.19 95,576 94 110,294.18 285,544.65 Total Income 123,118,02 211.637.13 395,838 83 Expendltur Charitable Aclivlti8S Depreciallon 60,258.80 39,903.19 3,430 32 100,161.99 3,430 32 72,147.73 Total Expenditure 60,258,80 43,333,51 103.592,31 72,147.73 Nel Income lorlhe year 28,260.31 79,784.51 108,044.82 323,691.10 Nel movement ollunds 28,260,31 79,784,51 108,044.82 323,691.10 Reconcillialion olfund5 Total funds brought lo￿ardS Nel Movemenl ollunds 223,848.97 28,260.31 252,109,28 5,652.08 602,060.37 79,784.51 681,844,88 831,561.42 108.044.82 939.606.24 507,870.32 323,691.10 831,561.42 Total fund8 carried forward 5,652,08 A 5epaiale Statemenl olTolal Reco3nised Gain5 and Losses is not required as this 5tatemenl indude all recognised gains and105ses. All a¢livib-e$ derive from Continuing operations. The notss 8tt8Ghed on pag8s 3810 45 form integral part of these acc4)unts 32 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Statèment of Flnanclal Activltles for the yèar èndèd 31st March 2024 Analysis of prior year totsl funds Prlor Yèar Unreslricled Funds Prlor Yèar Designated Funds Prlor Yéar Prfor Yèar ReBtricted Funds Total Funds 2022-23 2022-23 2022-23 2022-23 In¢om8 & Endowmants from.. Donations Charitable Activities 39.015.00 75.642.59 71,279.18 209,902 Cfj 110,294.16 285.544.65 Totsl Income 114.657.59 281,181.24 395,838.83 Exp8ndltur8 On.. 37.981.54 34,166.19 72,147.73 Totsl Expendllure 37.98154 34,166.19 72,147.73 Not Income forlhe year 76.676,05 247,015.05 323,691.10 Net mo¥em8nt In funds 76.676.05 247,015.05 323,691.10 Re¢on¢lllallon of fund$;. Total funds brought forward Nel Movtmenl olfunds Total funds cafflèd forward 147.172,92 76.676.05 223.848.97 5,652.06 355,045 32 247,015.05 602,060.37 507,870.32 323,691.10 831,561.42 5,652.08 All actlvltles derlve from contlnulng operatlons A separate Slalemenl of Total Recognised Gains and Losse5 is not required as this slalemenl includes all recwnised gains and losses.. The notes attached on pages 3810 45 form an integr81 part of these accounts ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 33 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishe8 in Europè Statèmènt of Financial Activities for thè year ènded 31$1 March 2024 Re50ur¢e$ applied in the year ended 31It March 2024 low8rd5 fixed assets for Charity uso 2023-24 2022-23 Funds generaled in ihe year Resources applied on functional fixed assets Nel ￿SOul¢eS av8118ble lo fund charitable 8ellvthÉs 108,044.82 323,691.10 108,044.82 323.691.10 No resources have been applied on fixed assets lor charity use. Movements in Revenue and Capital fund5 for the year ended 3111 March 2024 Revonue accumulated fund8 Unroslrlcted Funds 2023-24 Deslgnatsd Fund$ 2023-24 Restrlcted Funds 2023-24 Total Funds 2023-24 Total Fund8 2022-23 Accumulated funds bfoughl lopNard Recognised gains and Ios58s before Iransleis C105ing Revenue fund 223,848.97 5.652.08 602,060.37 831,561.42 507.870.32 28,260,31 252,109,26 79.784.51 661,844,86 108,044.82 939,606,24 323.691.10 831.561.42 5.652.08 Rt$tA¢tsd Rov&nue fvnd$ Total Funds 2023.24 Total Funds 2022.23 al 1st April 2023 al 31st March 2024 602,060.37 681,844.88 355.045.32 602,060.37 The purposè lorwhith Ihasè funds 1unr6striet￿, D6signalèd & R8strictsdl hAV6 b86n d$signalèd Ar8 d8serib6d in Notè x lo y of thè aecounts Summary ol Funds UnrostrScted Funds 202>24 Deslgnated Funds 2023.24 Restrlcted Funds 2023.24 Total Funds 2023.24 Total Funds 2022.23 Revenue Accumulated Funds Revenue Funds Total Funds 223,848.97 28,260.31 252,109.28 5,652.08 602,060.37 79,784.51 681,844.88 831,561.42 108.044.82 939.606.24 507,870.32 323.691.10 831.561.42 5.652.08 34 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Income and expendlture Accountlorthe year ended 311l March 2024 2023.24 2022.23 In¢omè Income from oper8ts-on5 Gift aid donations received 207,577.78 4.059.35 395,838 83 Gross Income In the year before exceptional Items 211,637.13 395.838.83 Gro88 Incom8 In th• y￿r Includlng exc•ptlonal Items 211,637.13 395.838.83 Exp•ndllur¢ Ch811￿ble expenditure, excluding depi8Ci8ts-on and 8mortisalion 103,592.31 72,147.73 Total expendiluie in the year 103,592.31 72,147,73 Not Incomfr bofore tax In tho Ilnanclal year 108,044.82 323.691,10 Not Incomè aft8r tax In th• flnanelal yèar 108,044.82 323,691.10 Retslntd $urplu$ for the flnin¢lil year 108,044.82 323,691.10 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 35 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Balan¢e Sheet as at 31$t Mar¢h 2024 2023.24 2022.23 Flxed A￿ets Tangibl8 Ass818 Plsnl & Machinery offi￿ Equipment Fumiture & Fixture 740,253.15 106.53 363,691.72 917.90 14.310.35 755,587.93 14,024.99 377,716.71 CurrentA8$eti Debtors (Du8 from member Churches) Cash al bank and in hand Totsl ¢uNent a8sel8 88,439.35 194.893.33 283,332.68 73,395.95 380,448.76 453,844.71 Creditors.. 8mouni falling due within one year Creditors.. amounl falling due afiei more than one year Not Curront As•gt• 10.341.11 88.973.26 939.606.24 831,561.42 Th total n•t as$ots ol tho charlty 939,606.24 831,561.42 The lolal nel Sssels ol tha charity am fundèd by thè funds ol tha charity, as Idlows.. Unro$trlct6d Funds UnreslriGled Revenue Funds Dèslgnatod Funds Designated Revenue Funds Ro8trl¢tod Fund$ Zonal Fund Zonal Development Fund Episcopal Travel Highar Eduealion Scholarship Salary Adjuslmenl Fund 252,109.28 223.848.97 5,652.08 5,652.08 144,860.00 359.322,62 14,144.17 63,700.00 20.383,55 21,757.51 28,795.87 12.440,78 10,042.77 223.00 6.074.61 100.00 115.940.00 361.440,89 9.975.33 49.240.00 16.508,55 22,632.86 Sunday Sthool Sevika Sangham Edavaka Mlsslon Youth Youmal Totsl Charlty Funds 8.767,30 9,722.83 223.00 7.609.61 602,060.37 177,662.26 681,644.88 939,606.24 831,561.42 The Tru8lee8 acknowledge the re8ponsibilili88 for complying wilh the requir8m&nt5 of Charity legislation ￿ryth re8P8Ct lo accounting records and lh8 preparation of account8. Th8 Charity IS subject lo Ind8pendenl Examin8tion underth8 charily18gi51atio All activities derive from continuing operations Approved by the board of Iruslees on For and on Behalf of Trustees sw. Thomas Abraham Treasurer 30 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Cash Flow Slalement for the year ended 315t March 2024 2023. 24 2022.23 Cash Flow from operatlng actlvltles Nel Cash prowded by operating activities a5 shown belL 93.(K11.42 308.998.59 Cash Flow from investing activities ProTreds from sale of property. plant and equipm6nl Purchase ol property, plant and equipmenl 377,871,22 174,146.49 Nèt Caih ui•d In Inv•8tlng a¢tlvltl•i 377,871.22 174,148.49 Cash Flow from flnanclng actlvltl88 Repsymeni of amounts borrowed Cash inflow$ from new borrowings 751.67 98.562,70 99.314.37 Overall cash provld¢d by all actlvltl•8 A+8+C 185,555,43 134.850,10 Cash Mov•m•nt8 Ch8ng8 in 8nd CBsh 8quiva18n18 from aclivilie8 in th8 year ended 3151 March 2024 Cash and cash equlvalents al 1st Apill 2023 Cash al bank snd in Hand 185,555,43 134.850,10 380.448.76 194.893.33 245.598.66 380.448.76 Rg¢on¢lll8¢lon of ng1 Income to ne¢ caNh flow from gwra¢lng 8ctlvltl¢ Nel Income as shown In Slalement ol Flnanclal Acllvilles 108.044.82 323.691.10 Adjuslmenls for.. Depie¢lallon charges D8cr888e in creditors 3.430,32 Increa5elDecrease in Debtors 15,043.40 14,692.51 Nèt ¢ash provid6d by oparating adiviti68 93.001.42 308.998.59 Anatysis ol cash and tash 0guival•nts 202>24 2022.23 Cash al Bank and in hand lor the year ended 3151 March 2024 194.893.33 380.448.76 Totsl cash and cash equivalents 194.893 33 380.448 76 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 37 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 315t March 2024 1 A¢¢ountlng Poll¢le$ Policies relating lo the proLluction of the accounts Ba818 of preparatlon and actovntlng conventlon The accounts h8v8 been prepar8d on th8 accruals basis, under th8 historical cost conv8nlion, and in accordance with th8 Financial R8fM)rting Standard 10218ff8cliv8 Janu8ry 201518nd'The FRS 102 Sla18m8nl of R8comm8nd8d ACcoun￿'n9 Practice 2015,, ITh8 SORP 20151, and in accordanc& with all applicable18w in th8 ch8rily's jurisdiction of regislralion, 8xc8pI that th8 charily has pr8par8d th& financ181 s18tsmenls in accordanc& with the FRS 102 SOP 2015 in pr818rence lo th8 previous SORP, The SORP 2005, which has b88n wilhdr8wn, notwilhstsnding the fact that the 8x18nl stalutory regu181ions, the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Reoulalions 2008 refer 8xplicilly lo the SORP 2005. This has been done lo accA)rd wlh current best practice. Rls*5 and future as5umptlon¥ These accounts have been prepared on a golng concern basls whlch assumgs the ¢harlly have the ablllly lo conllnue opeiallons as a golng ncem. Pollcl88 relatlng to cat8gorf88 ol Income and Income recognltlon N4tur8 ol In¢om¢ Donations. Gift5, subscript￿n, Membership f8&8 All income is accoun18d for gross, belore deducting 8ny relalad fe88 or costs. M•mbgrshlp Sub$¢rlptlon• The Income and any assoualed Glft Aid or olhertsx refvnd from 8 membgrship subscrlplion received by the charity in the nalufg of 8 glft, is accounted lor on th8 S8me ba815 a8 8 donation Poll¢l•s r•l•tI￿ lo •xp•ndltur• on Bood$ •nd$•rVl￿s provld•d to th• Charlty. Recognltlon of Ilabllltles and expendlture A liability, and the related gxpendilure, is recogn15ed when a legal or conslruclive 0bllgal￿n exists as 8 r8suII of a pasl ev8nl, and wh8n il is more likely than nol that 4 transfer ol economie benefits will be required in se1119menl, and Ythen Ihg amounl of the obligation ¢an be measured or reliably eslimaitrd Liabllilies arising from lulure funding commllments and con$lru¢tive obligations, Includlng perfomiance related grants, where the knming 01 the amount of ihe future expendllure required lo settle the obligation are uncertain, give rise lo a provision in the 8¢¢ounts, which is reviewed al the accounting year 8nd. The provision 18 increased lo reflect any increases in liabilities, and is decreased by the ulilis8kn.on o18ny provision within th8 period, 8nd reversed if any provision 15 no longer required. These movemenis are charg8d or crediled to the respective fund8 and activi￿.e5 lo which the provision rela18S. Volunteer8 In accordance with Ihe SORP, and in recognition of the difficulties in pla￿ll9 a fflonelary valua on Iha eontribulion from volunleer5, the contribution of volunteers is not Induded wllhin the income of the ¢haity. Pollcl88 relatlng to 8558ts, Ilabllltlo5 and provlslons and other matters. Tanglblo flxed as8Ots Tangible fixed assets are measured al Ihelroriginal ¢o$l value, or subsequent revaluation, or donated as descdbed above. Cost value In¢lude$ all cos15 gKpend8d in bringing the asset into ils intended wothing condition. Depreciation has been provided at the followng rates in order lo write off the assets lo their anticipated residual value on estifflate(J u5elul lives. Offi¢e Equipmeni 20% sloighl line Plant 2nd f4lachinery 33°kn slraighl line Furnilur8 and Fixlur8S Debtors Debtors ar8 m8asured al their r8coverable amounts at th8 balance sheet dats. Creditor5 and provi5ion5 The creditor5 al the year are the Bank towards Mortgage and supllier5 whose bills ate yet lo be due for payment5. 38 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes lo Ihg A¢¢ounl$ forlhe year ended 31st March 2024 2 Liability lo laxalion As a registered charity. the oiganisabon is exemplfrom ino)me and corporalb)n tax lo the exienl that ils income and gains are applied towards th8 charit8b18 objects of the charity 8nd for no other purw59. Value Add9d Tax 15 not re¢overab19 by the ch8rily, and is therefore indud9d in Ihe relevant costs in the Slalettbentof Finanual Aclivilie5. 3 Winding up ordi5501ution of the charty If upon winding up 01 di5solulion of the charity there remain any assets, after ihe satisfaction olall deb15 and liabilth-es, the 8ssets wesenled by the actumulaled fund sttall be transferred lo some olherchaiilable body or bodies having similarobjeds to the charity. 4 Nèt surplus befort tax In the flnanclal yèar 2023-24 2022-23 Th8 n81 sU￿lUS b8fore t8x in th8 fin8nei81 year 15 stsled after chargin9'. D&piecialion of owned fixed asseis 5 Intèrèit Payablè 2023.24 2022.23 Bank Interest payatle 5,754.78 S staff coot• and emoluments 2023.24 2022.23 Pastor81 Care St8ff Rernenur3lion Trusi$es Rèmènuiab-on 8,456.00 2,447.50 Nufflbers ol fvll tlmo tmployet8 or lull tlme equlvalgllt• The average numberof iolal staff employed in the year was No employees iecewed emoluments lexcluding pension costs) In excess 01£60,000 per annum. 6 R•mun•ratlon and paym•nti toTruit••8 and p•rnons connèctèd %￿th t￿M Neilh6rlhe trus166s norany persons conneeted wth Ihem have r6ceived any iemuneralion from Ihe eharity or any ielg16d enlily, either in the cuThenl or prioryear. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 39 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes to th8 Ao)Junts for th8 year 8nded 31* March 2024 7 Tanglblo fixed assets Plant ar Mathinery FuMibj￿ and Land and Buildiws Otfice Equiprnents Toial al 1st April 2023 363.691.72 14,024.99 3TI,716.71 Addlllons 376.561.43 1,147.38 159.00 3,433.73 381,301.54 81 31st March 2024 740.253.15 1,147.38 159.00 17,458.72 759,018.25 DeP￿tia￿.0 811sl April 2023 Charge loi the y691 8131st March 2024 229.48 52.47 3,148.37 3,430.32 Nel book valu& 8131st March 2023 363,691.72 14,024.99 14,024. 8131st March 2024 740,253.15 1,147.38 106.53 14,310.35 15,564.26 8 Dtbtors 2023.24 2022.23 Debtor5 Ioue from mernberchurchesl Other D&blor5 88,439.35 73,395.95 88,439.35 73,395.95 9 Credltors.. arnoun¢s falllng dug wlthln one year 2023.24 2022.23 Acuuals Olh8r creditor5 Bank Loans 751.67 9,5B9.44 10 Cr8dilors'. arnounlfalling du8 aft8r Or￿ y8ar 2023-24 2022-23 Bank Loans 88,973.26 88,973.26 40 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Not8810 th8 Acmutbts forthe year 31¥i March 2024 11 In￿me and Expenditure account summary 2023.24 2022-23 Al 1st April 2022 Surplus after tax forthe year 831,561.42 108,044.82 507,870.32 323,691.10 939,606.24 831,561.42 12 Partlculary of how p8thcularfundB are represented by assets and Ilabllttles A8 at 31st March 2024 Unieslricled Funds Designated Funds Restricted Funds Funds T8ngltle Fixed Asset Curr9nl Asse18 759,018.25 177,662.26 9,589 44 68,973.26 838,117.81 759,018.25 283,332.68 100,018,34 751.67 5,652,08 88,973.26 943.036.56 99,266.67 5,652.08 As at 31st March 2023 Uni8slricted Funds Designated Funds Restricted Funds Funds Tangible Fixed Ass81 Cuir8nl Ass81s 377,716.71 224,343.66 377,716.71 453,844.71 223,848 97 5,652.08 223.848.97 5,652.08 602,060.37 831.561.42 13 Chafig¢ In totsl funds ov¢r tho yoor Fundl brought forward from Movomont In Fund• In Trftnjfors bfrtwoon funds In Fundj carrlod forward to 2023.24 2023.24 2023.24 2024.25 Llnr8Strided, designated #nd restricted fvnd$ Unrestricted fvnd5 Designated funds Reslrided fvnds Total Charity funds 223,848.97 5,652 08 602,060.37 831,561.42 28,260.31 252,109.28 5,652.08 681,844.88 939,606 24 79.784.51 108.044.82 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 41 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes lo th8 Accounts for th& ygar gnd8d 31StMarch 2024 14 Analysls of movement oflunds Other Galn$ and Losses Movement In funds In¢omo 2Q23.24 Expèndi¢uro 2D23-24 202>24 202>24 Unrèstrf¢ted, de$lgnated and re$trldèd fund$ Unre5trictsd fvnds 88,519.11 60,258.80 28.260.31 D•slgnitod lund$ RKlrfct¢d funds Zonal Fund Zonal D8V8lopm8nl Fund Eplswpal Travel Higher Educab-on Scholarship SalaryAdjuslmenl Fund Chsnty Activities 28,920.CQ 28.920.00 1.312.05 4.168.84 14.460.00 3,875.00 3,915.00 24.005.52 3.673.48 319.94 7.230.CIJ 14.460.C 3,875.CKJ 3.915.CM) 41.880.78 17,938 CQ 2,582.19 3.061.16 17.875.26 14,264.52 2,262.25 Sunday Schwl S8vik8 Sangham Voluntary Evangelist's Assouab-on Youth YouM81 905,00 100.00 2.440.00 1.535.00 100.00 100,161.99 15 The purpose$ forwhich the funds Unrestdctsd, deslgnated 8nd r88trlcted funds Th&se tunds are hold loi the msellng the obj-ectives ollhe charity, and to Pfowd6 iesetyes forlului& acb-vilies. and, subjed lo charity legislaiion, affj118e from all ieslriuions on their use. Unrssliietad funds Designa16d (unds Th￿ hjnds a￿ unieslri¢ted funds earrnarked lor a parb"cular purpose. 16 Sunday S¢hwl Funds Those are designated for meeting the Centre Sunday s¢￿ Expenses 17 Youth Fellowship Funds Th￿ are designated lor m6eling Cenrte Youth Fdlowship Expenses 18 Edav8k8 Missi￿ Funds Those are designated for meeting Ihg Centre Edavaka missil￿ Exp8n8es 19 Seviks Sanghatn Funds Thèse sre designated lor meeting Ihp Centre Sevik£ Sanghatn ExpBnses These fund5 wer8 collected on th8 occasion of the Diamond Jubi18e of The Mar ThDm8 Church in UK. The fund5 are to be used only toward5 purcha58 of Land or Propety lorlhe purwse of Zonal OTfice Bu1￿1n9 orcentre Building orZons1 Bishops residence. Funds contributed lowsrds supporting the highBf slud￿5 of sn ordained Msr Thoma Clergy. funds are lo b8 Used only towards purchase. repayments of mortg8geAoans, maintenance and upkeep ol Land or Propety lorlh& purpose of Zonal Office Building or Centre Building orZon81 Bishops residence. 20 Diamond Jubilee Souvenir 21 Higher Education Schol8rship 22 Zonal Development Fund I z￿al Fund 42 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Thg Council of Thg Mar Thoma Parish85 in Europe Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31$t March 2024 23 Donation & Legacios Current Year Unre$trf¢tsd Funds 2023-24 Current Year Deslgnated Funds 2Q23.24 Current Year Re$trl¢ttd Funds 202>24 Current Year Total Fund8 202>24 Prior Year Total Funds 2Q22-23 Contrfbutlon from MemberChurche5 Annual Zonol Contrlbutlon Nilhyathi18VU Zonal Fund Episcopal Travel Zonal Sunday Collecb-on Offertory 14,460.00 14,480.00 28.920.00 7,230.00 21.6￿.00 14,460.00 3.875.00 3,900.00 94.535.00 17,938.00 905.00 2,582.19 1M.00 116,060,19 13,850.00 28,420.00 7,105.00 21,315.00 12,180.00 3,150.00 3,850.00 90,470.00 14,714.00 4,038.70 1,071.48 28,920 00 7,230.00 21,890.00 14,460.00 3,875.00 Salary Adiusimenl Fund 3,goo.00 40,050.OD Total Annual Zonal ContrlbuU#n Sunday School 54,485.00 17,93B.00 5.00 2,582.19 100.00 21,525,19 Sevika Sangham YouM81 40,050.00 110,294.18 24 Incorn&from charItab￿ Actlv11188 Curr•nt Y•ar Unrè¥trlct•d Fund$ 2023-24 Curront Yoar D•slgnaled Funds 2Q23.24 Current Year R8¥trlct•d Funds 202>24 Curr•nt Y•ar Total Fund8 202>24 Prfor Y•ar Total Fundi 2022.23 Prlmary Purpose Donabons Adminislralive & P8s1ornl C8re Zon81 Dev8loprn$ni Fund Gift Coupo Souvenir Maiamon Convenllon Licenc8 Fe8S Zonal Inauguiall Clergy Confer&nr Mai Thoma Meet Zon81 Assembly 403.00 14,457.32 403.00 14,457.32 1,312.05 1W.QO 6,650.00 400.00 193,792.36 49,098.32 4,000.00 750.00 150.00 1,000.00 1,312.05 100.00 6,650.00 1,000.00 15,735.99 880.00 1,OM.00 15,735.99 880.00 41,880.78 2M.00 3,715.00 14,262.02 740.00 8,715.35 1,394.35 41,880.78 200.00 3,715.00 Earthquake RelielAid FuTb8ral Aid lo Mr P C Thoma5 Higher Education Scholarship 6,000 00 225.00 839.63 2,932.62 1,245.00 R8seesa Uposhanavaram S￿181 Offertories1131 S&vik8 S8ngh8m- $8bha HMRC GrftA 930.06 3,113.95 1,039.44 100.00 4,059.35 48,469.11 3,113.95 1.039 44 1M.00 4.059.35 95,576.94 47,107.83 285,544.65 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 43 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 3111 March 2024 25 Expendlture on ¢harttabl& a￿[VItIeS CuThent Yèar Unr65trictsd Funds 2Q23-24 CU￿ent Year D88ignat8d Funds 2023-24 Curronl Y•ar Restricted Fund$ 202>24 Currentyèir Total Fund$ 2023-24 PrSorY•ar Total Funds 2022-23 Pastoral Care Staff Salary Zonal Meet Zonal Chri51rn8S Pa$loral Care Sunday School 8,456.00 2,447.50 19,416.19 250.00 8.456.00 2,447.50 9.412.44 25D.OD 1.200.00 10.932.32 1,475.74 451.73 5.925.DD 6.000 00 35.647.23 250.00 14,2N.52 2,440.00 2.262.25 17,875.28 14.264.52 2,440.00 2.262.25 17,875.26 Sevika Sangh8m Higher EdU￿tIOn Schdarship 30.569 69 36,￿2.0 67.411.72 26 Support costs INeh•rhabh I￿1¥It￿*S Current Year Unr￿trfctsd Funds 2Q23.24 CuTh8nt Year 0081gnatod Fund8 2023.24 Current Ye4r Ro$trl¢l?d Fund# 202>24 cu￿onlY￿r Total Fund5 2023.24 PrlorYe4r Totsl Funds 2022.23 CTE Annu81 Subscripllon CTBI Annual SubscnpI￿n CTE & CTBI Annual Conlèrenca Zonal Cent Zonal Office Equipm6nis Zonal W8b3ile Web Conleffjnci Visa Processing Zonal Offi'ce Miscellaneous Vehicle Lease Vehicl8 In5ur8nce 1,356.55 1,356.55 650.00 800.00 203.10 477.14 5,340.90 568.04 940.05 143.88 697.75 43.14 4,884.80 1,069.75 100.00 2,356.08 370 26 1,086.39 998 60 477.14 5,340.90 568.04 940.05 143.88 697.75 43.14 4,884.80 1,069.75 100.00 2,356.08 370.26 1.086.39 998.60 143.88 Maramon Conventi Clergy Conference Zonal Assernbly 1.582.00 829.86 Ov8rs88s Trav811ing Sponsorship Licence Bank Charges Audit Fe8s Zonal olfi￿ Ded￿atIon Zonal Offic8 Furnishing Adminislrab-ve Expense Mortgage Interest Bishop Kaimulhu Episcopal Travel Sa18ry Adju51rn8nl Fund 1,349.00 900 00 21.00 720.00 1,349.00 21.00 720.00 600.00 14,847.63 2,786.32 183.00 5,754.78 5.754.78 500.00 8,764.95 616.45 3.483.16 36,500.50 3,061.16 3.061.16 511.00 29,689.11 511.00 32.750.27 3,061.16 44 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE The Council of The Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 318t March 2024 Current Y￿r Currentyear Current Year Currént Y￿r un￿$trI¢l¢d Funds 212>24 De$l9nated Funds 212>24 Re$trl¢ted Funds 2023-24 Totsl Funds 202>24 27 Zonal Centra Zon81 offic& Ulilib&8 & W818r Zonal Olfi¢e Council T8X Zonal Office Telephone & Inlemel Zon81 offic& P0518g8 & Couri8r Zonal Olfi¢e Pnnling & Stslionery Zonal Office Sofiware 236.42 1.325 15 717.35 184.05 236.42 1,325.15 717.35 184.05 1,165.88 102.79 781.45 312.21 515.60 5,340.90 102.79 781.45 Zonal Centre Furni$hing$ Zonal Pfymise$ Expense$ 515.60 5.340.90 28 Zonal M••t Curr•nt Yèar Unr88trfcl8d Fund$ 202>24 Curr•ntY•ar D051gn81ed Fund$ 202>24 Cuff•nt Yèar R88trlctsd Fynd$ 202>24 Curr•nt Y￿1 Funds 2Q2>24 Venue Hire Marquee 2.428.00 3.350.00 285.41 94.76 577,82 1.1￿.00 7.181.30 2.500.00 4M.00 150.00 2W,00 160.00 242.00 250,00 426.90 19.416.19 2,428.00 3,350.00 265.41 94.78 577.82 1,190.00 7,181.30 2,500.00 400.00 150.00 200.00 160.00 242.OD 250.00 426.90 Transport Music F8s1 Catering Bishop Kalmuihu SpBaker Gift v￿e0 & Event Photryraphy Staglng Arongemn Memento Ev&nl Insur8nc8 P￿￿tOn?1 Vld Mi5cell4neou5 Totsl Charftsblo Exp&ndltur• CurrentY•ar Unre5tricled Fund8 Curr•nt Year Deslgnaled Fund$ 2023-24 Curr8ntY•ar Curr•nt Ye4r Total Fund$ 2023-24 Prlor Year Funil$ 2023-24 Fund$ 2022-23 2023-24 Total ￿1￿¢1 Spending Total Charitable activity costs Total Charity costs Total Chanlable expendiiure 29.689.11 30.569.69 6.49148 36.￿2.03 3fj,180.59 67,411.72 24,917.89 52,131.96 60.258.80 43.333.51 103,592.31 77,049.85 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 45 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Tho Coundl ofTh• MarThoma Parf8hK In Europo Charty Rtylstratlon No 1175503 Analy515 of Budgotv8Actual. Income Cury¢nl Yur Il•cel¥&J CufftntY•ir Cun•ntYg A￿81 202>24 dgrt 202>24 202>24 2fj2$25 COntr*•U￿OnI￿ IlpthrChur¢h 12,212.38 24,424.75 6,1Cfj.18 18,318.5S 12,212.38 3,269.87 3,218.20 79,762.31 13,850.fpJ 28.420. 7.105.00 21,315.fpJ 12.1￿,[1) 3.7￿.00 3.850.00 .470. 14,4￿.C￿ 28.920.C 7,230.fK) 21,69). 14,4￿. 3,875.00 14,4￿.c 28,920.fp) 7,230.00 21,89J. 14,WJ. 3,875.00 3,900.00 94,535.00 2 Zonal Fund 3 Eplwl Tw 4 Zonal sur￿&Y￿)Ill￿￿Th Lhyértory 5 HbJher Edwa1￿￿ O S81iryAdlustrn&ni Fund 7 Ecumenlcal Sthcripl￿n Fees T(IAIAnnv81 ZonÉl 94,535.CQ ￿*￿￿rch￿rC￿￿1TrQnthTr Zonal De¥olopmnl (Aregrs) Oryinliaibn oif*knry & Sp•thl¢d*¢is)n S6vlts SÉNJh8m 10 SuThYey ￿001 11 VoluntBry E￿well¥l,￿A4￿dI0)rt 12 Youth IJ Youmql 14 Chdr 188.6C6,13 ie8,eO8.13 2,582.19 17,938.00 2,582.19 17,938.00 5,tiJo. 25,Om.QO 21.2￿. 1.0￿. 3.5￿.00 1.5th),00 1.OLN).00 33.250.(KI 3,5￿.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 36,(W.00 1￿.00 1￿.f￿) 21,525.19 21,525.19 Zonil E¥•nts 15 Mèr Th(MM F8mtyMè81 16 Ecumenl¢BI &Zon81 ArbWe• 17 zo￿1 15,735.99 12.￿￿.(P) 4.0th).00 i.0￿.00 11.￿). 15,735.99 40,WO.LK) 4,000.00 1,000.00 45,000. 16,615.99 Olh•rlncgrn• 11 Nlmlnsirèllve &P8thIC81e 19 motorv8h￿ (fro¥81, In8urnnca8 Molnt￿on¢￿j 20 s￿111 Cc41￿￿0￿1$ÈbhÉj 21 ￿h8 ￿nIbu￿n& S0wknaSaryhern ISthh$l 23 ltsr8mDn thnv8nbDn 24 Pen¥ion Fund IS8bhal 25 F￿￿ent Fund IS8btwl 21 LYJhl ioule 27 ChwtYPAi￿ts8s FUnerBIA￿ to MrPC Thmi 28 Zonal D8¥dot•nt FuTrJ 29 14.457.32 40.th). I.5￿),00 7.Cth). 3.OCiI.00 2.W. 1.5W. 2.5th),CQ 2.W.00 S4.￿).￿j 10.lhJ),￿j 14,457.32 40,000.Cp) 5,tIJo.cK) 2,500.00 1,[￿O.[K) 1,tIJo.cK) 1,000.rN) 1,000.00 s6,￿J.00 7,wo.ri) 1,039.44 1Lb).00 1,039.44 41,880.78 41,WJ.76 3,715.00 1,312.05 1￿.00 6,69J.00 3,715.00 1,312.05 1￿.00 6,650.00 92.064.64 2.5W,(11 18.000.fpJ 10.000.(*) 1.5W. 1,5co.fpJ 2.500.LII 2.5￿.Tr) J,752.59 30 S(AbYenii 31 Hlgh8r Educ411￿ 32 Suvishesha Nthi 33 Friday or 34 R8888 I,￿0.c 1,gJO.C 2,￿0.(￿) 5,(W.CQ 36 3,113.95 3,113.95 403.00 1,(th.00 4,059.3S 78,￿.95 33 Donations 30 Clorw Confw8nr* 37 HklRC 1,th).00 4,059.35 78,W 95 2,￿.i￿) 2,5m. 201,752.59 259.064.64 Totsllneorn• 196,864.44 588.390.7T 211,637.13 565,893.72 40 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Coundl of Th• 11a1Th￿l Parfsh•$ In Eurcy• Charfty Reglstratlon No 1175503 Analy•S• of Budw v• Adu•l- Exp•ndlturo Curr8nlY•ar Budg 202&24 rr•nl Y•ar Acbjal 202>24 Bud 2￿25 kaknJham SuTrJaySchwl Volunt•ry EvwJelBf¥*J8Ddai You Youm31 ChDr 5,(W.00 21,150.00 1,(W.00 3,5￿.00 1,MM).00 2,262.25 14.264.52 S,(OJLTrJ 21,250.L¥J ). 3,5OJ.00 I,￿J. 1 (th.00 32,250. 2,440.tp) 33,150. 18.966.77 39 Zonal¢•ntr• Rep8wThII Coundl Tax & Water TIe[￿￿. IntemL mo￿19 PtOP8ty Insur￿¢• 0￿￿Ex￿en 18,th).QO 2,7￿).00 4,8(M).00 1,￿.00 1.325,15 236,42 717.35 381.02 827.81 3.4È7 75 1,700. 4,450.00 1,5)0. 28,48000 40 zon11Adn￿nl1Irn1Qn P￿ntIng and Stslbnery Ptysw& Cou lax Offrfx EquI￿tr Z￿1 K4knI￿n￿U Bbcanlerend Bbslie Advethlw onkChgTG Mortggge Inierebt Aruuntancy&Aud Ilndgmntyl Sa*A￿￿￿1￿￿Trt A8¥st8nt Legal Eyn8 mU￿1v8h￿l8{TrO¥I. Inswth & M81nw￿l Cfv8r868sTrn¥8llng c￿￿YRe1Otst￿n t*dub)n ClhrExpEn8eJl Liwth, Fe681 S￿10￿￿h1Psyth1 1.165. 184.05 1,￿)J.00 43.14 143.88 940.C 150.00 lQ).00 21,C¥) 5.754,78 720,￿) 400,43 250. 7.000. 1,￿J.00 1,￿￿.00 3,875.00 4,320.00 1,fM.00 I,￿).00 3,7￿.00 s,(w.00 s,(￿).00 7,5fy).00 2.447, 8,410.63 1,349.C•) 12,SJO. 1,920. 1,QJO.C 1,9)J.TrJ 2,(O).tTrJ 1,5fp).frJ 2,(W.th) 102.79 1.597 75 23,848.92 31,1￿.(￿) 52,095. 41 Zanil Expqn Nithyathiloyu EpMwpg1 Tr CTE Subxd CTBI SUnScn￿n CTE8 ¢TBI Confe AdMInth￿￿& Pq8tOTI Ca 13,89). 7,105. I,￿.[￿j .00 .(KJ 40,iKN).TrJ 9,tts).TrJ 3,WN). 2,WN). 77,455.00 511, 3.IXI.16 1.3S8.&S 14,W. 7,280. 477.14 8.456.Lll 8,9)).fVJ y￿b￿av￿a￿SWwB 13.861.85 39,910. ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2024 47 MALANKARA MAR THOMA SYRIAN CHURCH UK & EUROPE ZONE Th Coyntil ofTh8 MarThoTh Pari$h8s in Eyrop8 Charty Re9i$lralion No 1175503 *m*Bl8C4BudgetnAtts￿l. LwdlbJr• cu￿nty80f Currentyur A¢tu•l 202>24 Budpt 202>24 202MS 42 ZOMI Ewnts F8mily TrAe81 Zcrfjl Cards& Zcrol Zonl coun￿ Trnv 12,QCN). 4,th). 1,0ts),( S￿.00 19.418.19 250. 40.QCM).QO 4.LYA.QO I.7￿.00 5th),00 2,5W.00 46.250.IJO 1,086.39 17,500. 43 OthrEYF4JrA ChartiyAthits8S L￿h1t0 L SwdqlCollecUonl&thal h8 Conidbthic Mammon Conwnuon Swthg5awhomlSotth81 pon￿￿) Fund ISèbh81 P￿¥￿n¢FUDd IsqbhBI SLM"8h8Bh8 Nltthl Gxd Fr￿jaY Offertory Ruse Urthhan8v8r•rf* lo,0￿). $4,W).( 7,OU), 3,0￿),( 7.￿￿.00 26.C(N).QO S.￿￿.00 2.￿.00 1.LW.00 l.LW.OQ 1.Cth.QO 1.Cth.QO 1.￿.00 1.￿.00 2.SW.00 S.￿￿.00 6S.Sth).00 17,87S. 37Q.21 2,50Q. 2,SOO. 2,500. I,th).( I,5￿.( 2,5W,( 2,5W,( 69,5￿.( 18,245.52 Tot•1 248,705, 100,161,99 245.685.00 48 ANNUAL REPORT 2023 - 2D24 The Council ol the Mar Thoma Parishes in Europe MAR THOMA CHURCH- UK & EUROPE ZONE Chatity Registration Number.. 1175503 11 Priory Gardens. Ashloid, Suriey TW15 1NZ.