**CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER 1181193**
Flaming Bible Church UK North London
**Financial Statements For The Year Ended 30 September 2024**
## _**Raywin P-Cole & Co Ltd**_
_Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA Registered Firm 131 Tivoli Road, West Norwood London SE27 0EE_
## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London**
## **Financial Statements For The Year Ended 30 September 2024**
## **Contents**
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|Trustees Annual Report|1 - 2|
|Chartered Accountants' report|3|
|Statement of Financial Activities|4|
|Balance Sheet|5|
|Notes to the accounts|6 - 7|
## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London**
## **Trustees Annual Report for the year ended 30th September 2024**
## **Introduction**
The Trustees of Flaming Bible Church UK North London are pleased to present the Annual Report for the financial year ending 30 July 2025. This report outlines the charity’s activities, funding sources, expenditure, and impact over the past year. It reflects our ongoing commitment to faith-based service, community support, and responsible stewardship.
## **About Our Charity’s Work**
Flaming Bible Church UK North London exists to promote Christian faith and values through worship, outreach, and practical support. Our mission includes serving vulnerable groups such as older adults, children, youth, and families— both locally and internationally.
During the year, we collaborated with charities including Young Minds Trust and Age UK to extend our reach and impact.
In this year, 2024/2025 our activities included:
- Preaching of the gospel every Sunday and during week-day online activities
- Assisting elderly and disabled individuals with shopping, home cleaning, and companionship.
- Providing counselling for young boys experiencing behavioural challenges.
- Offering marriage counselling and family support services.
- Delivering educational and mentoring programs for children and youth.
- Supporting educational and welfare initiatives for children in The Gambia.
These efforts reflect our holistic approach to ministry—combining spiritual guidance with practical care.
## **Sources of Funding**
Our primary source of income remains the generous contributions from church members. These donations enable us to sustain our charitable programs and respond to emerging needs. We are deeply grateful for the continued financial support from our congregation.
## **Expenditure and Allocation of Funds**
We have managed our resources with care and transparency, ensuring that funds are directed toward meaningful and measurable outcomes. Key areas of expenditure included:
- **Donations to Partner Charities** : Monthly contributions to Young Minds Trust and Age UK supported their work with young people and older adults. These donations align with our mission to promote wellbeing across generations.
- **Support for Elderly and Disabled Individuals** : The church provided practical assistance and emotional support, funded in part by member donations and operational resources.
- **Counselling Services** : We offered tailored counselling for young boys facing behavioural challenges, as well as marriage counselling for families. While these services are free, associated costs such as travel and fuel were covered by the charity.
- **Educational and Spiritual Support** : We provided online academic resources, weekend Bible studies, and mentoring programs to help children and youth grow in both knowledge and faith.
- **International Outreach** : In The Gambia, we supported children’s education and welfare through scholarships, learning materials, and community-based initiatives.
- **Funeral Services** : The church continued to offer free funeral services to members and their families, providing compassionate support during times of loss.
- **Operational Costs** : Regular expenses such as venue rental and equipment maintenance were also covered, ensuring the smooth running of our activities.
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## **Impact and Achievements**
This year, Flaming Bible Church UK North London achieved several milestones:
- **Digital Ministry Growth** : Our online services—including Sunday worship, Bible studies, and prayer meetings— continued to thrive. We invested in audiovisual equipment to improve broadcast quality and accessibility.
- **Children’s Ministry Expansion** : We welcomed more children into our programs, offering spiritual guidance and community engagement.
- **Community Breakfasts** : Free breakfast events remained a cornerstone of our outreach, fostering fellowship and providing nourishment to those in need.
- **Evangelistic Outreach** : Monthly evangelism efforts included flyer distribution and letterbox postings, helping us maintain a visible presence in the local community.
## **Challenges**
Despite growth in our online ministry, in-person attendance has remained modest. We have not welcomed new members through baptism since 2022/2023, when five individuals were baptised. This highlights the need for renewed efforts in outreach and engagement.
## **Future Plans**
Looking ahead, the Trustees have identified several strategic priorities:
- **Strengthen Online Presence** : We aim to enhance our digital platforms and interactive features to reach a broader audience and deepen engagement.
- **Expand Community Outreach** : Plans include partnering with local schools, charities, and community centres to provide targeted support for vulnerable groups.
- **Develop Food Bank Services** : We are exploring the feasibility of a full-scale food bank. A small fruit distribution service is currently in operation, and we hope to expand this to include essential food items.
- **Youth Empowerment** : New initiatives will focus on mentorship, life skills, leadership development, and educational support. Collaborations with schools and youth organisations are underway.
- **Interfaith Dialogue** : We plan to host events that promote understanding and cooperation among diverse faith communities, fostering unity and shared purpose.
- **Sustainable Fundraising** : To address financial constraints, we will pursue grant opportunities, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising events. Diversifying income sources is essential for long-term sustainability.
We extend our sincere thanks to all members, donors, friends of the church and trustees for their dedication and generosity. Your support has enabled Flaming Bible Church UK North London to serve faithfully and effectively. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and making a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.
## **Board of Trustees**
## **Administration Office / Secretary**
Reverend Anthony Marrah Reverend Felix Kachimanga Elder Paul Luke
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## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London**
## **Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees and Members**
We report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 30 September 2024 which are set out on the annexed pages.
## **Respective Responsibilities of the Trustees and Examiner**
The Trustees of the Charity are responsible for the preparation of the accounts; and consider that the audit requirement of section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 does not apply and that an independent examination is needed. It is our responsibility to:
- examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
- to follow the procedures specified in 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 our attention.
## **Basis of Independent Examiner's Report**
Our examination was carried out in accordance with general directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes 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 we do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
## **Independent Examiner's Statement**
In connection with our examination, no matter has come to our attention:
- 1) Which gives us reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
- to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act;
- and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met;
or
- 2) To which, in our opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
## _**Raywin P-Cole & Co Ltd**_
_Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA Registered Firm 131 Tivoli Road, West Norwood London SE27 0EE_
30 July 2025
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## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 30 September 2024**
|**Incoming Resources**
Donations
**Resources Expended**
**_Charitable activities_**
Mission Travel & Subsistence
Personnel Costs
Motor Expenses
Printing, stationery & postages
Community Mission
Overseas/Mission
Donations
Telephone & Fax
Light & Heat
Church Rent & Rates
Insurance
Development Programme
**_Governance costs_**
Accountancy
Legal & Professional Fees
Bank Charges
**_Total Resources Expended_**
**Net incoming resources**
Transfers between funds
**Net movement in funds**
**Total funds brought forward**
**_Total funds carried forward_**|**Notes**|**Unrestricted Restricted**
**Funds**
**Funds**
**2024**
**£**
**£**
**£**
25,677
1,557
27,234
564
-
564
1,109
-
1,109
2,626
-
2,626
633
633
5,229
-
5,229
1,796
-
1,796
1,870
-
1,870
256
-
256
298
-
298
4,300
-
4,300
1,240
-
1,240
5,172
-
5,172
**25,093**
**-**
**25,093**
450
-
450
-
-
-
9
-
9
**459**
**-**
**459**
**25,552**
**-**
**25,552**
**125**
**1,557**
**1,682**
1,550
(1,550)
-
**1,675**
**7**
**1,682**
8,102
-
8,102
**9,778**
**7**
**9,785**|**2023**
**£**
29,302
349
820
2,361
60
5,072
4,379
2,333
387
326
3,610
484
4,668|
|---|---|---|---|
||**5**
**1**
**1**|||
||||**24,849**|
||||450
450
45|
||||**945**|
|||||
||||**25,794**|
||||**3,508**
-|
||||**3,508**
4,593|
||||**8,102**|
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## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London Balance Sheet as at 30 September 2024**
|**Notes**
**Current assets**
Debtors and prepayments
**2**
Cash at bank and in hand
**Creditors: amounts falling due**
**within one year**
**3**
**Net current assets**
**Net assets**
**Funds of the charity**
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
**_Total funds_**|**2024**
**£**
2,739
7,496
**10,235**
(450)
9,785
**9,785**
9,778
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**9,785**|**2023**
**£**
2,319
6,233
**8,552**
(450)
8,102
**8,102**
8,102
-
**8,102**|**2023**
**£**
2,319
6,233
**8,552**
(450)
8,102
**8,102**
8,102
-
**8,102**|
|---|---|---|---|
|||||
||||**8,102**|
||||8,102
-|
||||**8,102**|
These financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 30 July 2025 & signed on their behalf by:
Pastor Anthony Marrah Trustee
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**Flaming Bible Church UK North London Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2024**
## **1 Accounting policies**
## _**Basis of preparation**_
The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities and Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities".
## _**Incoming resources**_
Unrestricted Income comprises donations and is recognised on receipt basis. Restricted Income relates to donations specifically raised for the purchase of land & buildings and is recognised on receipt basis. However, the donors have agreed that that once the primary purpose has been satisfied, any surplus funds remaining will be used for the running of the Charity's ordinary activities.
## _**Depreciation**_
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over it's estimated useful lives based on reducing balance method.
|Motor Vehicle|25%|
|---|---|
|Equipments|15%|
|Fixtrues & Fittings|20%|
## _**Resources Expended**_
## **Charitable Activities**
These comprise all expenditure directly relating to the objects of the Charity. Support costs are an integral part of the expenses incurred in carrying out those charitable activities, which the Charity was established to perform.
## _**Governance Costs**_
Governance costs comprise the costs of running the charity, including strategic planning for its future development, also includes accountancy & legal fees and all costs relating to consnstitutional and statutory compliance.
## _**Church Rent & Rates**_
The charity entered into an operating lease agreement which is subject to review annualy. The monthly rental payment agreed is £300 subject to use of the property.
## _**Publications/Advertising**_
The charity did not embark on regular weekly television advert/programmes during the period in order to faciliate & enhance its evangelism object.
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## **Flaming Bible Church UK North London Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2024**
|**2**
**Debtors and prepayments**
**Debtors**
Sundry
**Prepayments**
**3**
**Creditors: amounts falling due within one year**
Accountancy|**2024**
**£**
2,739
**2,739**
**-**
**2,739**
**2024**
**£**
450|**2023**
**£**
2,318|
|---|---|---|
|||**2,318**|
||||
|||**-**|
||||
|||**2,318**|
|||**2023**
**£**
450|
## **4 Analysis of net assets between funds**
|**Analysis of net assets between funds**||||
|---|---|---|---|
|**Current assets**
Debtors & prepayments
Cash at bank and in hand
**Creditors: amounts falling due after one year**
**At 30 September 2024**|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
-
2,739
7,489
10,228
(450)
**9,778**|**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
-
-
7
7
-
**7**|**Total**
**£**
-
2,739
7,496|
||||10,235
(450)|
||||**9,785**|
## **5 Trustees Remuneration included in personnel costs**
Personnel costs represents a total allowance of £1,109 given to Rev Anthony Marrah as a part time minister. Other than that, no remuneration was paid to any of the trustees and their expenses also not borne by the Trust.
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