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2023-06-30-accounts

CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) TRUSTEES' REPORT AND ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

CHARITY REGISTRATION NO: 1180053

CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

CONTENTS PAGE
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION 1
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES 2-4
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS REPORT 5
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES 6
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 7
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 8-9
DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES 10

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 1180053 REGISTERED OFFICE: 20 Grange Road Thornton Heath Croydon Surrey CR7 8SA TRUSTEES: Pastor L B Smith Pastor O John Mr. R Boyd Mr S James Ms V McLean INDEPENDENT EXAMINER Allen Robyn and Associates Ltd Chartered Certified Accountants 367 Caledonian Road London N7 9DQ

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 30th June 2023. The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) ‘Accounting and Reporting by Charities’ issued in March 2005.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its constitution and is registered as a CIO and received Charitable status on the 24th of September 2018. It is managed by a board of trustees and assisted by a Pastor, who is the Minister in charge. The Church remains a part of the British Conference of the Church of God (Seventh Day) by agreement.

Risk management

The Board of Trustees is ultimately responsible for the system of internal control and for reviewing its effectiveness. The system is designed to manage the risk to the Church not achieving it objectives and can provide reasonable assurance against material misstatement of loss.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Objectives and Aims

The Charity's Objects are, for the benefit of the public:-

1) The advancement of the Christian religion in Deptford and the surrounding areas.

2) Coordinating the work of the Church in preaching the gospel; teaching and raising awareness and the understanding of the Christian Faith.

3) The furtherance of the charitable work of the Charity by the advancement of such other charitable purposes as the Trustees shall from time to time decide. Also, to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of other charities whose objects are similar to those of the Church.

4) The relief and/or prevention of poverty in Deptford and the surrounding areas as the Charity's Trustees may from time to time decide including but not limited to providing, funds, food, clothing, and services to those in need.

Significant activities

Weekly Sabbath Services

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

Other services

Although Covid-19 has subsided, the dynamics of fellowship as a church has changed dramatically. However, despite the changes, the church still endeavour to keep in touch with its members and the wider community. With virtual platforms now being an integral part of the communicating system world-wide, it enables the church to connect with individuals and other agencies nationally and internationally.

The church’s goal remains the same, to support its members and the community at large.

Children /Seekers Ministry

Although the pandemic had subsided, its effects still lingers on. However, the Church is still determined in its efforts to have an ongoing dialogue with them, be it youth days, annual youth conference etc.

There are several children who are regular attendees at church and have participated in various activities, including the annual National Children’s Conference. They are encouraged to participate in the various activities, dancing, singing, drawing, creative arts, story writing, poetry, or quiz.

Women's Ministry

The Women’s Ministry has been forging along despite the aftereffects of the pandemic. They continue to meet online approximately every six weeks. Following the success of the donations of pyjamas to the “Children’s Hospital Pyjamas” charity, the women have reached out to other organisations in the community to volunteer their time and resources. They have also volunteered at a sister church; participating in their very successful ‘Baby Bank’ scheme, which serves the local and surrounding communities. In addition, they were able to ship a quantity of food items, clothes, shoes, books, and some miscellaneous items to a community school in Ghana. Working with the Church as a whole, they went out on the streets to interact with the public using literature from the evangelism program “The Bridge”; further details at ‘thebridge@cog7thday.org.uk”. Interested persons can register for an online thirteen-week bible course for free. They also organised a thanksgiving and appreciation event, for senior members of the Church.

The Men's Ministry

Like most departments, the Men’s Ministry is up against the aftereffects of the pandemic. Nonetheless, they continue meet once each month. Their support of those who are sick through prayer and in other practical ways, i.e., financially, cooking and shopping continues. As with all aspects of ministry, there is still room for growth, which they are earnestly working towards.

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Reserves Policy

The Trustees aim to retain sufficient free reserves at a level which equate to a minimum of three months of unrestricted expenditure. These reserves are held in case of any sudden decline in income and to ensure that we can meet our commitments to providing our services and activities. Specifically, these commitments include our contractual obligations in relation to our support and outreach work.

The Trustees have implemented robust budgetary controls to monitor costs in an effort to minimise expenditure throughout the year.

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

PERFORMANCE DURING THE YEAR

The Charity's total income for the year under review was £41,217 (2022: £45,408); whilst total expenditure in the year was £47,210 (2022 : £24,826). Net deficit for the year was (£5,993) (2022: £20,582 surplus) and the total unrestricted reserves at the end of the financial was £321,203 (2022: £327,196). During the year the Trustees placed emphasis on financial management to ensure that the funds within the organisation are properly managed.

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

The trustees are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

The law applicable to charities in England and Wales, the Charities Act 2011, Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed 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 incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charity for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD:

Accountants

The accountants, Allen Robyn & Associates Ltd will be proposed for re-appointment at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD:

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REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER #REF! CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

I report on the accounts for the year ended 30th June 2023 set out on pages six to ten.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The Charity's Trustees (who are also the Directors for the purposes of Company Law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under Section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act)) and that an independent examination is required.

Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to:

Basis of the independent examiners report

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Independent examiner's 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

(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be draw in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be

Rolston Allen (FCCA)

Allen Robyn & Associates Ltd Chartered Certified Accountants 367 Caledonian Road London N7 9DQ Date:

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

INCOMING RESOURCES
 Notes Unrestricted Unrestricted
Incoming resources from generated funds 2023 2022
Donations and Other Income 2
41,217 45,408
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Charitable Activities 3 44,909 19,072
Support Costs 4 1,461 4,914
Governance Costs 5 840 840
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 47,210 24,826
NET INCOME/EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR (£5,993) £20,582
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total Funds Brought Forward 327,196 306,614
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD £321,203 £327,196

None of the charity's activities were acquired or discontinued during the year and there were no recognised gains and losses for 2023 nor in the prior year other than those included in the statement of financial activities.

The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these accounts.

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

TANGIBLE ASSETS
Investment property
Furnitures & Musical Equipments
CURRENT ASSETS
Petty Cash
Debtors
Cash at bank in hand
CREDITORS: within one year
Net Current Assets
TOTAL ASSETS LESS LIABILITIES
FUNDS:
Unrestricted Funds		 Unrestricted
Funds
Unrestricted
Funds
Notes
2023
2022
6
£233,405
£233,405
461
576
233,866
233,981
-
140
8
47,475
58,575
41,812
35,340
89,287
94,055
9
(1,950)
(840)
£87,337
£93,215
£321,203
£327,196
2023
2022
10
321,203
327,196
£321,203
£327,196

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 10/12/2023 and signed on its behalf by:

Trustee

The notes on pages 8 to 10 form part of these accounts.

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102) .The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, the Charities Act 2011 and the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporting by Charities.

Incoming resources

All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.

Tithes & Offerings

Income from tithes and offerings, is included in incoming resources when these are receivable

Investment Income

Investment income consists of net interest received during the year and accounted for as unrestricted fund.

Resources expended

Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Charitable activities

Costs of charitable activities are those costs relating to the activities carried out to meet the objectives Church. These include both directly attributable costs and apportioned support costs.

Governance costs

Governance costs are the costs associated with the strategic direction of the organisation and with meeting regulatory responsibilities including apportioned support cost.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life. Tangible Assets 20% on cost

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

Fund Accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

2. VOLULTARY INCOME
Tithes and Offerings
Building Fund
Bank Interest
Rental Income
Other Income
Total incoming resources
3. CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE
Christian ministry expense
Rental church premises
Books and quarterlies
Contribution to conference
Evangelism and Special Events
Welfare and donations
Venue Hire
4. SUPPORT COST
Insurance
Motor expenses
Sundry expenses
Repairs and maintenance
Depreciation
5.GOVERNANCE COST
Accountancy and Examiners
6. FIXED ASSETS
COST
At 1st July 2022
Additions
As at 30th June 2023
DEPRECIATION
Opening Balance
Charge for the year
NETBOOK VALUE
As at 30th June 2023
As at 30th June 2022		 Investment
Property
233,405
-
233,405
-
-
-
£233,405
£233,405		 2023
2022
28,733
32,294
40
2,610
128
57
4,867
10,447
7,449
-
£41,217
£45,408
2023
2022
111
86
19,500
16,500
1,051
234
20,204
683
1,248
-
2,465
1,329
330
240
£44,909
£19,072
2023
2022
337
306
869
936
140
72
-
3,600
115
-
£1,461
£4,914
2023
2022
£840
£840
Furniture and
Musical
Equipments
Total
576
233,981
-
-
576
233,981
-
-
115
115
115
115
£461
£233,866
£576
£233,981		 2023
2022
28,733
32,294
40
2,610
128
57
4,867
10,447
7,449
-
£41,217
£45,408
2023
2022
111
86
19,500
16,500
1,051
234
20,204
683
1,248
-
2,465
1,329
330
240
£44,909
£19,072
2023
2022
337
306
869
936
140
72
-
3,600
115
-
£1,461
£4,914
2023
2022
£840
£840
Furniture and
Musical
Equipments
Total
576
233,981
-
-
576
233,981
-
-
115
115
115
115
£461
£233,866
£576
£233,981		 2022
32,294
2,610
57
10,447
-
£45,408		 2022
2022
86
16,500
234
683
-
1,329
240
£19,072		 2022
2022
306
936
72
3,600
-
£4,914
2022
£840
Total
233,981
-
233,981		 2022

Freehold property was revalued to represent carrying values, not materially different from fair value. Revaluation was based on insurer's valuation and independent estate agents valuation

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

7. TRUSTEES REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

Trustees' expenses

There are no paid staff. All tasks are carried out by Trustees who are not remunerated and do not receive any expenses or benefits for their activities.

8. DEBTORS : within one year
Loans to members
9. CREDITORS : within one year
Other Creditors
10. MOVEMENTS IN FUNDS
Unrestricted Funds
General Fund
Analysis of Funds
General fund for the year
Building Funds
Investment in Derby Road
Total funds		 Incoming
Resources
£41,217
1.07.2022
54,500
39,291
233,405
327,196		 Incoming
Resources
£41,217
1.07.2022
54,500
39,291
233,405
327,196		 2023
£47,475
2023
£1,950
Resources
Expended
£47,210
Movement in
funds
(5,993)
-
-
(£5,993)		 2022
£58,575
2022
£840
Movement in		 2022
£58,575
2022
£840
Movement in
Funds
(£5,993)
30.06.2023
48,507
39,291
233,405
321,203

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CHURCH OF GOD SEVENTH DAY (DEPTFORD) INCOME AND EXPENDITURE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023

Incoming Resources:
Voluntary income:
Tithes and Offerings
Building Fund
Bank Interest
Rental Income
Other Income
Total incoming resources
RESOURCES EXPENDED:
Charitable Expenditures
Christian ministry expense
Rental church premises
Books and quarterlies
Contribution to conference
Evangelism and Special Events
Welfare and donations
Venue Hire
SUPPORT COST
Insurance
Motor expenses
Sundry expenses
Repairs and maintenance
Depreciation
Governance cost
Accountancy and Examiners
Total resources expended
Net expenditure		 2023
2022
28,733
32,294
40
2,610
128
57
4,867
10,447
7,449
-
£41,217
£45,408
2023
2022
111
86
19,500
16,500
1,051
234
20,204
683
1,248
-
2,465
1,329
330
240
£44,909
£19,072
337
306
869
936
140
72
-
3,600
115
-
£1,461
£4,914
£840
£840
£47,210
£24,826
(£5,993)
£20,582		 2022