Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Registered Charity Number 1175573 Trustees Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024
Bethel Pnouma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Contents Page Charity Inforniatlon TTh$tees Report Independent ExamIne9 Report 12113 Statement of FSnanclal tiVItieS 14 Balanc• Sh••t 15 Notes to the flnancial statoments 16120
Bethel Pneuma Tabemacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 References and admlnlstratlve Infornlatlon Trustees Pastor Delroy Hunter (Chalr) Dr Carol Ighofose (Secretary) Wayne Throop Paula Mckintosh Edwin Brown Principal address 79 Mount Road Leicester LE5 3DN Independent Examiners Modest & Co Financial Selvis Ltd 189 Greenhill Avenue Sheffield S8 7TJ Bankers Lloyds Bank 7 High Street Leicester LE19FS
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For th• year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report Introductlon The trustees Psent their report with the financial ststements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Chartties: Statement of Recommended Practi applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the and Republic of Irdand (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019). Bethel Pneuma TabemacEe Church {Apostolic)UK was incorporated as a charitable Incorporated organisation 6 November 2017. This decision was driven primarily by the desire to take advantage of the separate legal personality and limited legal liabilty for Trustees. Eccleslastical Relatlonship Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church {Apostollc) UK is a member of Bethel United Church of Jesus Christ UK & Europe family of churches. Which comes together four times per year including our annual convocation. Bethel Pneuma Tab•rnacl• Church (Apostolic) UK_ is one of seven churches that comprise Bethel United Church of Jesus Christ UK & Europe District 5 churches, where we held joint services and training events each year. Alms and purposes Bethel Pneuma Tabemacle Church (Apostolic)UK has the responsibility of promoting the Oneness Apostolic Faith, primarily but not exclustvely within Leister and the surrounding area, evangelism, social and community. Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic)UK Se1$ and worship are throwJh scriptures, prayer. singing and music. Objectlves and Actlvltles Bethel Pneuma Tabemacle Church (Apostolic)UK is committed to ensuring that as many people as possible come to worship at the church and to become part of the community of Leicester.
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trust••s Reportlcontlnued) Achievements and Perforniances Being an integral part of the ecclesiasllcal district 5 of Bethel United Church of Jesus Christ Apostolic UK and Europe. we organise weekly seNices for the church members for prayers, Bible study and worship. These services are also open to the public. We also carried out activities for the Youth and Young Adults Ministry (monthly). the Women's Ministy (monthly) and the Men's Ministry (also monthly). Additionally, we made some achievements in line with our 2023124 annual plans as follows: we celebrated Christmas 2023, New Year and Easter 2024 with all our church members. Specifically, we organised Christrnas Dinner at the Thumby Lodge Community Centre, Thumcourt Road. which was very well attended by church members, families as well as invited guests. The church also supported a number of charities and supported members in various ways including financial support. We fellowship with other churches in our ecclesiastical and other ecclesiastical districts. Pastor"s Report In the multitude of pastoral responsibilities, the act of caring is a fundamental thread that weaves through every ministry a pastor undertakes. This complex role means pastors are tasked with nurturing the spiritual, emotional, and communal needs of their congregation. whilst being mindful of individuals, needs. This critical duty requires a distinctive combination of empathy. guidance, and service, creating the essential bedrock upon which pastoral exllenCe is built and l endeavour, by Gc4J's grace to deliver to those I serve. Pastoral Care During the year Pastor Pastor D.S. Hunter extended compassionate care as follows:. Support for the elderty with long term heatth issues Hospital visits . Bereavement telephone support Home visits to the bereaved Home visits to eldedy (House bound) . Telephone support to lonely member of the communty Officiatlng Funeral Services Initiating and Executing Prayer Drives Leading and participating in Prayer meetings . Administering Hoty Communions . Actively engaging in and contributing to District and National meetings
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For th• year ended 31 March 2024 Truste•s Report( Contlnued) .Teaching the word . Preaching the word Membershl Re IstarlRoll Our membership has decreased this year for various reasons Marrla 05 2 members of BPTCA were joined in Marriage. The Ceremony was not perfomied at the BPTCA as the church does not currently own a building. Womonls Dopartment Achl•v8m•nt Report The BPTCA Women's Department remains steadfast in its mission. Aligned with the overarching vision of the Bethel National Women Council (BNWC) 2021-2024 and the Bethel District 5 Women's Department. our local BPTCA Women's Department has seamlessly integrated to fomi a common vision, a testament to our Lord Jesus Chrisfs guiding direction. The adopted BNWC vision 2021-2024 reads: 'To nurture, train and develop godly women of all ages to be and become kingdom builders and atmosphere changers. who will transcend cultural barriers.. with Judges 5.7 as our key scripture. Our local Women's Department president ntInUallY encourages personalising this scripture,, specific2lly encouraging the women to RELEASE their dreams. visions, gifts, and callings by using their unique SHAPE to seNe. That is by each VMan of God acknowledging and using our Spiritual gifts. Heart (Passion). Abilities, Personalities & EXperienS to minister. We have continued to minister in the follollng ways: Ongoing monthly Women's Department servIs. nurturing spiritual growth through worship, teaching. preaching, and shar8d testimonies. Active parkncipation in weekly Prayer meetings and Bible study sessions. Engaging in weekly Car Park prayer meetings and perthic Car Drive Prsyers. Consistent weekly contributions to the Bethel DistriGt 5 {BD5) online prayer fowm, along with unwavering joint support with the intercessory team. Providing 1-to-1 assistance for elderly members of our lo(21 community.
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustse3 Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report( Contlnued) Extending care through phone calls. visrts. and periodic prepared meals for the elderly in our immediate communrty. Planning, delivering and participating in various health related Presentations including during national convocation Dedicated attendance at BD5 and Nab'onal events, demonstrating our unity and commitinent. Two of our dedicated sisters from BPTCA continue to serve faithfully as Ushers at both district and national meetings 10. Book Project- Initiated by BPTCA'S local Women's president, 'Dernentia and the Church." A Practical Guide, was authored by several contributors from Bethel UK and an ambassador of Dementia UK. It also includes a foreword by Dementia UK. Inspired by presentations at the 2022 District and National Convocations, the book was published in January 2024.lts goal is to raise dementia awareness and promote a supportive church and community environment whilst raising funds for Bethel's 'Treasured Saints, Dept and assist those with Dementia and their carers. 11. Local president's continuing service as District Vice PresKlent for BD5. supporting the district president and the women (and brethren) of BD5. Compiled by: Evangelist Dr Carol Ighofose (President - BPTCA Women's Dept) Young Peopl•lYoung Adults Department Achl•v•m•nt Report The Youth Department is a group of young people that come together to function as many members in one body. as taught by the Apostle Paul in 1 Cor 12. Its mission objective is for the edification of each member in the pursuit of our Most Holy Faith. Demonstrated by testimonies to support one another, united in prayer and song, as well as Words of encouragement and giving of exultations lo show ourselves approved under God our Father. Achievements 26/033 - 28104124 . Local Young People's services (weekEy) 09106123 - 11106123 . Attended Bethel District 5 Hoty Convocation
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report( Contlnued) 26107123 - 30107123 . Attended Bethel's 66th International Holy Convocation 27108123 Attended Installation service of Overseer Campbell 28110123 Attended Bethel National Youth Congress Walking in the Spirit. 29110123 . Attended & Hosted Bethel District 5 Fellowship 23103124 - 27104124 . Local Young People's Bible Study (fortnlghtly) 31103124 . Attended Bethel District 5 Fell0Vhip (Tipton) Future Aspirations Encouraging spiritual growth among the members to be ambassadors in the school and workplace, to be examples to each other and others as Christ taught us. Collaboration with members in assisting with the aforementioned goal, equipping ndividuals with the Confiden to face present challenges. Engage with the community by organising sport events with a facilitator recruited outside term time. while providing network opportunities in-house to be discussed (longt8rm) Report compiled by Youth President: Bro Simon ThrcM)P Sunday School Department Achievement Report Year on year. the vibrant spirit of BPTCA'S Sunday School ministy o)ntinues to fuel spiritual growth. Immersed in the profound word of God, we cultlvate strength. courage, and seek to remain in God's enduring anointing. Every Sunday, our sessions thrive, ntered on the Union Gospel Press (UGP) Sunday Sthool lessons. Engaging discussions flourish as our teacher seeks to educate, challenge, and guide. These dialogues are further enriched by the wisdom and anointing of our highly knowtedgeable Pastor. As eager students. we inquire and share our insights, fostering a collective thirst for understanding as we draw answers from the word of God and lY on the revelation of the Holy Spirit. Following UGP'S thematic framework, we explore captivating topics. intertwlning historic context, timeless principles, and practical application. Our lessons empower us to face everyday trials victoriously, embodying Christian values. "Compiled by: Evangelist Dr Carol Ighofose (Adult Sunday School Teacher) Dixtriet M8otlng# Tha mèmbgrs ol BPTCA aelivety engage and demonstrate unwavering commltment In supp¢ytlng ovr Bethel District 5 meelings. We attend consistentty and aclivety participate in 811 auxiliary meolings. Additionally, we host allocated meetings, when called UF4in to do so. {Please see auxiliary reports). Natlonal Me•ti As obove. 8PTCA fulty 8UPPOrts our natv)nal meetings in similar fashn.
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report( Contlnu•d) Soclal and Community Ev•nts See example in Women's Dept Report- collaborating with churches and communities to spread awareness about Dementia. Also, collaboration through on- line fowms- presenter, panellist and participating In online prayer meetings. Additional liaison activities are planned through the Oementia Book project and the Outreach ministries in our local areas. Evangelismloutroach Actlvltl•s Consistent targeted prayers for unsaved friends. colleagues, family and others. Indivldual and joint efforts to spread the gospel. Annual ProgrammeslConf•renceslConcertslSpeclal Eventsrrralnlng Represenlative of BPTCA participated in national convocation training I empowemient session 2023. ststement of Trustees" respon8lblllti The Charities Act 2011 requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the inming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to: Select suitable accounting policies and apply them consistently Observe th8 methods and principles of the Charities SORP" Make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed. subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; and Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is Inappropriate to do so. The trustees are responsibl8 for keeping sufficient accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hen for taking reasonable steps for the prevention of fraud and other irregularities.
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report(contlnued) structure. Governance And Management The Church is govemed by an Approved Goveming Docment. Members of th8 Church are accepted in accordance with the Constitution which requires them to be or to have been publicly baptised on the profession of faith in Jesus Christ and following a mode of baptism as per Acts 2v38. A trustee meeting tskes place throughout the year and has responsibility for the overall policy of the church. In accordance with the Constitution, the trustees, who together with the Pastor, Church Secretary and Treasurer. are responsible for the day to day running of the church's work, and the financial and legal aspects of the charity. Al trustees are encouraged to take an appropriate part in the spiritual and practical tasks involved in the furtherance of the charitable objectiV8. Relevanl matters may be submitted to the General Congregational Church meeting by the Trustees for guidance or may be raised by members, in General Congregational Churd) meeting for further consideration by the Trustees. Public Benefit The trustees have considered the guidance produced by the Charity Commission on the provision of public benefit and they confirm that public benefit has been provided By:"
Providing regular public worship open to all Providing sacred space for personal prayer and contemplation Conducting pastoral work induding visttsng the sick and the bereaved Teaching Christianity through semions and Bible studies. Promoting the whole mission of the church through activities for senior citizens. parents and toddlers and other special needs groups Flnanclal Revlew Total receipts on ordinary unrestricted funds were £28,984(202&£38.022) and are detailed in the financial statements. £6,803(2023-£9,292) was spent to provide the Christian ministry. The net result for the year was a surplus of £22,181 (2023-£28,730) and adding bank and deposit balances brought fOard at the beginning of the year, the balances carried forward at 31 March 2024 for unrestrlcted funds totalled £153.481 (2023-£131.350). io-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church {Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Trustees Report(continu•d) Reserves Pollcy The Trustees review the policy on reserrfes and set targets at least once per annum with reference to th8 guidance and temiinology published by the Charity Commission. The policy is also reviewed, when warranted by changes in risk assessment or business plans. The review includes unrestricted and tangible fixed assets. Transfer to and from funds are authorised by the Trustees acting as a whole. Futur• D•v•lopment of the Church As ouliined in above Pastoral, Women's. 8nd Young People's 8uxilw Reports. Risk and Rlsk Management As a church, BPTCA fa similar Tisks to most churches, such as Health and Safely. Legal and ComplianGe, Community Relevancé, Technology and Data Risks, Ethical and Moral Issues, Negative Publicity. BPTCA Trustees aim to manage these risks by establishing risk management stralegies through our committee and appointing specific indNiduals to lead on these. e.g., Child Safeguarding Officer. Heallh and Safety Officer. Buiklings Management Officer. Jointly creating contingency plans, ostablishlng clear p(Aicies and procedures. collaborating closely with the District and National church wliues as are relevant and appropriate to BPTCA. investing in insurance coverage, and fostsrfng a culture of accountabllity and transparency. Regular review of risk profiles and adapting strategies acCling1Y is essential to ensure the church's long-term sustainabilty and SU9$5. Approved by the Trustees ug 28.2024 10..44 GMTIii Carol Ighof05 (Aug 29. 2Q24 ts7..06 GMT+il Delroy Hunter- Chalr August 2024 Dr Carol Ighofose - Secretary August 2024
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year Ond 31 March 2024 Independent examinerfs report to Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostollc) UK I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024 which are set out on pages 14 to 20. Respective rponsIbIlItIeS of the Commlttee and the exaffllner The charity"s trustees are responsible for the preparation of accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year section 144{2) of the charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is rny responsibility to.. Examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act. To follow the procedures laid down in th8 general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 act., and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention Basls ol Independent examlner s report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General DirectTrons given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a cornparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also indudes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees conceming any such matters. The prOdureS undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a "true and fair view. and the report is limited to those matters set out in the ststement below. 12-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Independent examineVs report to Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK(contlnued) Indop•ndont axamlnerfs statement In connection with my examination. no matter has come to my attention.. (1) Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: to keep accounling records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 ACL. and to prepare accounts, which accord with the accounting records and comply with the requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met: or {2) to which. in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Donovan St H M st ACG Modest & Co Financial Services Ltd 189 Greenhill Av8nue Sheffield, S8 7TJ August 2024 13-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the y•ar ended 31 March 2024 Statement of Flnancial Actlvltles Unrestrlcted Funds Total Funds Total Fund$ 2024 2024 2023 Income from: t)onatlons & off•rlng Othar In¢om• Investment Income 16,610 10,9S5 1.419 16,610 10,955 1.419 37,846 176 Tolal Income 28984 28984 38.022 ExpgndEtura on: Charltable acUvltl•$ 6,803 6,803 9,292 Total expendltsre 6,803 6M03 9.292 Net Ine¢xne 21181 22,181 28.730 Reconclllatlon of funds: T¢)tal fund8 brought forward 131.300 131.300 102.620 Totsl funds ¢arrled fornard 453,481 153,481 131AIXI 14-
Bethel Pneuma Tabemacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2024 2024 2023 Notes Fixed As8et8 TaThJible Ass&ts Current Assgts Cash & Bank 131170 Current Liobllltl•s Amount falling due wlthin one year 520 520 Current Assets Less Current Liabilities 153J81 131391 Tol81 Assets less cUent Liabilities 153381 131 JSI) Long Tem) Llabllltles Total Assfrls less Total Uabillties 153,481 131 J5(1 Funds Restri¢led 8nd Unresbicted Funds 153,481 131 J511 The notes on pages 16 to 20 fom part of these financial statements Accounts approved by the Twstees g28, 2024 10..44 GMT+ll Carol Igholo IAu8 29. 2Q24 07.06 GMTtrii Delroy Hunter- Chair Dr Carol Ighofose -secretary August 2024 August 2024 15-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostollc) UK CIO Trustees Report and Account$ For the year ended 31 March 2024 Notes to tho flnanclal statements Accountlng Policies Basis of preparatlon of financial statements The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention b) Income and Expendlture All income and expenditure is accounted for on an accrual basis. Fund Accountlng The unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtheran of the general objeiveS of the Charity. There are no restricted furKls held by the Charity d} Tangible flxed assets Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less depreciation. Fixed assets are capitalised in the accounts where their initial cost is a value of £200 and greater, items lower than this amount are exp8nded through the Statement of Financial Activities. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of the fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their exp8Cted useful lives on the following bases: Fixtures & Fittings & Office Equipment 25Yo Straight line 16-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Notes to the flnanclal statements 2. Income from donation and legacles Unrestricted Funds 2024 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Donations & Offering Total 16,610 16,610 37.846 16,610 16,610 37,846 Other income Unrestricted Funds 2024 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Gift Aid Reclaim Total 10.955 10,955 10,955 10.955 Investment Income Unrestricted Funds 2024 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Interest Received Total 1,419 1,419 176 1,419 1,419 176 17-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024 Notes to the flnanclal statements Expendlture on charltsble actlvites Unrestricted Funds 2024 Total Funds 2024 Total Funds 2023 Eccleslastlcal Support Cost [Contribution towar(15 the responsibilities of the National Church] Mission & Ministry Cost Accountancy Fees Consultancy Fees Legal & Professional Fe8S Depreciation on tangible assets: Owned by the Charity Repairs & maintenan Equipment Transportation & Travel Supplies & Services Rent & Room Hire Miscellaneous Expenses Total 1.620 1,620 6.200 3.142 520 3,142 520 755 400 120 145 248 248 98 98 40 95 1047 490 9.292 1.175 1,175 6,803 6.803 18-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the y•ar ded 31 March 2024 Notes to the financlal statements Tanglble Assets Fr•ohold Flxtures. property flttlngs & Equlpment Motor V•hlcl•s Total At 1 April 2023 Addition Surplus on revaluation Disposal At 31 March 2024 2,493 2.493 2,493 2.493 De reciation At 1 April 2023 2,493 2,493 Charge for the year 31 march 2024 2N93 2.493 Net book value 31 March 2024 31 March 2023 19-
Bethel Pneuma Tabernacle Church (Apostolic) UK CIO Trustses Report and Accounts For the yoar ended 31 March 2024 7.Indgp•ndent Examination 2024 2023 Accountant's Fees 520 520 Total 520 520 8.Croditors: amounts falling due within one year 2024 2023 Creditors: Trade crlIOrS 520 520 Total 520 520 9. Trustees Remuneratlon and Benefits There was no trustee's remunerab'on paid for the year ended 31 March 2024(2023-£0). Trustees. expenses There was no trustee's expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2024(202&£0). -20-