CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGLAND AND WALES
Independent examinerfs
report on the accounts
Section A
Independent Examiner's Report
Report to the trusteesl
members of
C.".8r¢,. Nw_
Church Crookham Baptist Church
On accounts for the year , De￿mber 2024
ended
Charity no
(if any)
1182141
Set out on pages
i-&0
l ￿port to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above
charity (Ihe Trusf} for the year endedryl 11 l£>l* ,
Responsibilities and As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation
basis of report of the accounts in accordan￿ with the requirements of the Charrties Act
2011 (llhe Acr).
I report in respect of my examinab'on of the Trust's accounts carried out
under section 145 ofthe 2011 Act and in carying out my examination, I
have followed the appliGable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under sedion 14515){b) of the Act.
I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have
come to my attents'on (other than that disclosed below") in connection with
the examination which gives me cause to believe that in. any matenal
respect.
accounting records were not kept in accordan￿ wrth section 130 of
the Act or
the accounts do not accord with the a¢¢ounting records
Independent
examiner's ststement
I have no concems and have come across no other matters in conne¢tion
wrth the examination to which attention should be dravm in order to enable a
proper understsnding of the accounts to b& reached.
' Please delete the wonys in the brackets rf they do not apply.
Signed:
Date:
Name:
John R Cobb
Relevant professional
qualification(s) or body
Irf any):
oc
Address:
3 Chineham Close, Fleet, GU51 1BE
IER
October 2018

Section B
Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concem {see
CC32. Independent examination of tharrty accounts.. directions and guidance
for examiners).
Give here brief details
of any items that the
examiner wishes to
disclose.
IER
October 2018

CHURCH CROOKHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
ACCRUALS & PREPAYMENTS as at 31 DECEMBER 2024
We Owe
Cr•ditors
General Fund
Electricity
300.00
L Dicks- Manse Tenants {Deposit)
1.673.08
1,973 08
Total Creditors
1,973.08
mentslVl• •r• owed
General Fund
Gift Aid
Gift Aid - Small Donalions Scheme
Hall Donations - U3A
Govemment Tenancy Deposit Scheme
3,683.03 Rec'd Jan 25
279.63
0.00
1.673_08
5,635 74
Total PrepaymentslDebtors
5,635.74

CHURCH CROOKHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
2024 Income
2023
enera
General Gwing
Cash
Cheques
Stsnding Orders
4.110.00
1.250.00
61.437.04
3,522
340
50,681
54,542
66.797.04
Gift Aid Tax Refunds
15,104.25
12.324
Outreach
Missions
SFecial- Turkeylsyria E'Quake
Compassion
600
50
0.00
0.00
0.00
650
Interest Received
Hall Donations
Manse Rental
Other
4,355 74
9,149.70
19,325_00
2,160.00
1,552
6,939
17.400
805
26.696
.990.44
General Fund Total
116.891.73
94.213
Toddler Group
637.90
192
Pastoral Support
Fellowship
455.00
1.233
Tuesday F•llowshlp
704.66
stud•nt Support
Total Church Incom•

2024 - Report Expenditure
CHURCH CROOKHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
2024 Expenditure
2024
2023
General Fuhd
staff
Pastor
Assistant Pastor
CLO Fees
SludentslFamity Liaison
0.00
5.352.00
0.00
151
3,984
5,352 00
4.135
Manse
Gas, Elec, Tax, Water, Ins
Repairs & Maintenance
Agenvs Management costs
782.83
2,788.53
0.00
620
8.408
3,571.36
9,029
Church
Elec. Water, Phone, Ins
Repairs & Maintentanee
Payroll Admin.Fees
Equipment
Photocopying
Books & Stationery
Subs & Licences
Preaching Fees
Outreach
Other
8.253.86
11.234.25
210.00
36.65
100.81
69.19
1.224.05
2,617.10
1.246.46
4.041.59
7.361
6,860
48
53
95
98
1,620
1,016
1,548
2.086
29,033.96
20,785
Missions
25.500.00
26,150
Bank Charges
91.44
Gen•ral Fund Total
Toddler Group
Pastoral Support
Fellowshlp Fund
Tuesday F•llowshlp
student Support
85.C6
0.00
600.00
748.25
0.00
1,400
792
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2024- Report Funds
24 Funds
ummary
Transfers
In
Out
01-Jan-24
Incom•
Expendltur•
31-Do¢-24
O•n•ral
233,652.18
116,891.73
63,548.76
286,995.15
Bulldlng
Bulldlng Fund Loan Co•t• & Inlor••t
373,508.4S
132,844 271
40,664.18
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
373,508 45
132.844.271
340,684.18
000
0.00
Toddlor Oroup
Pastoral Support
Followshlp
Tu•Bday F•llow•hlp
stud•nt Support
1,100.32
391.41
803.12
151,90
0.00
2,446.75
637.90
0.00
455.00
704.66
0.00
1,797.56
85.06
0.00
600.00
748.25
0.00
1,433.31
1,653 16
391.41
658.12
108.31
0.00
2,811.00
.00
0.00
Total
576,763.11
118,689.29
64,982.07
0.00... .. ￿.00
630,470.33
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SOFA
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ,
Unrestricted Designated
funds
funds
Note
Total 2024
Total 2023
INCOME
Donations and Legaues
Income from Investments
Income from Chantable Activities
Other
TOTAL INCOME
91,050.99
4,355.74
91.050.99
4.355.74
1,797.56
21.485.00
1.797.56 118,689.29
73,806
1,552
2,918
18,205
96,480
0.00
1.797.56
21,485.00
116,891.73
EXPENDITURE
Expenditure on Charitable Ath"wb'es
Other
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
61,319.27
3,662.80
64.982.07
61,319.27
3,662.80
64,982.07
53.262
9.116
62.378
NET INCOME
51,909.66
1.797.56
53,707.22
34,103
TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS
NET INCOME BEFORE OTHER
GAINSIILOSSES)
51,909.66
1,797￿6 53.707.22
34.103
OTHER GAINSI(LOSSES)
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
51.909.66
1,797.56 53,707.22
34,103
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS:
TOTAL FUNDS BROUGHT FORWARD
233,652.18 343.110.93 576,763.11
542,660
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED
FORWARD
285.561.84 344,908.49 630,470.33
576,763
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Balance Sheet
CHURCH CROOKHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
Notes
2024
2023
Fixed Assets
Freehold Land & Buildings
457,912.82 457.913
Current Assets
PrepaymentslDebtors
Bank Current Account
BU DerM)Sit Account
Saffron Building Swety
Cambridge & Counties 8.
13
5.635.74
33,816.21
4,969
16,447
62,466.75
72.611.89
174.530.59
50,559
50.164
122,140
Less..
Current Llabilltles
Sundry Creditors
14
1,973.08
3,289
1.973.08
3,289
Net Current As6ets
172 557.51 118 850
Long Tern LTabllllies
Loans - amounts falling due
after more one year
Total Net Assets
630 470.33 576 763
Represented by..
Unrestricted Income Funds
General
Designated - Building Fund
Designated - Other
286,995.15
233,652
340,664.18
340,664
2,811.00
2.447
630 470.33 576 763
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Notes
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
A¢¢ountlng pollclfr8
Ba818 of Pr•paratlon
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance
with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice IFinan¢ial Reporting Standard 1021 Issued by
the Charity Commission in July 2014.
Inv••tmont Income
Investment income is included in the accounts in the year in which it is received.
Fund ralslng and publlclty costs
The Church does not make formal appeals for fund8, 8nd expenditure on these items 18
therefore not material.
Grants l Donatlon8 payable
The Church makes grants lo other organisations whose charitable objects ¢omplement its work. They
are accounted for in the y8ar in which they are approved.
Govern•nc• c08ts
M08t of the management of the Church is Garried out without charge by volunteers. This intangible cost
is not Included in the Ststement of Financial A¢tivilie8 since there is no measurable cost lo the
volunteers for their Se￿ICe.
Flxod A880ts
The legal tille to ownership of the Church premises and the Manse premises is held by the Church's
custodian trustee, The Baptist Union Corporation Ltd. These assets therefore do not appear in these
accounts However, the major extension constructed in 200812009 was paid for by Church funds and
is
therefore included in the Balance Sheet al cost. In addition,during 202012021, total expenditure
of some £49,500 was Incurred on a new offi'ce extension and this has also been capita5ised As at 31
December 2024 the insured value8 of the Church and Manse premises were as ft)Ilows'.
Church premises
£1,250,750
Manse premises
£513,476
DgproGiation

Notes
Depreciation has not been charged on the Church extension and new office because in the opinion of
the Trustees the residual values of these assets are not less than the total original cost price.
All expenditure, except for major expenditure on property, is charged as direct charitable expenditu
in the year in which it is incurred, and is not capitalised.
Re•erve8
'The Church's g•n•ral re$erv6s at the end of 2024 lotalled some £287.000, with its nel Cu￿0n1 8ss81s
amounting lo almost £173.000.The policy is to aim lo hold ￿SelveS equivalent lo at least six months,
revenue expenditure, which In 2024 trqualad to Some £32,000. Relying on and subject lo God's
ongoing blesslng on the Church, the Trustees believe that CCBC will be able to ¢onlinue as a going
con¢em'.
Donatlon• and Logaclos
Unrnstrlctod
Funds
Do8lgnated
Funds
Total 2024
2023
General Giving
Gift Aid Tax refunds
Outreach
Hall Donations
66,797.04
15,104.25
66,797.04
1 5,104.25
54,542
12,324
9.149.70
91,050.99
9,149.70
91,050.99
6,939
73,806
Income from Invo8tment•
Unr&8trl¢tod
Fund8
D081gnated
Fundo
Total 2024
2023
Interest received
4,355.74
4,355.74
1,552
Income from Charltablg A¢tlvltlg8
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Notes
Unrostrictgd
Funds
Dgsignatsd
Funds
Total 2024
2023
Missiong
Toddler Group
Fellowship
Tuesday Fellowship
650
192
1,233
844
2,918
637.90
455.00
704.66
1,797.56
637.90
455.00
704.66
1,797.S6
6 Othor Incomo
Unro8trlct•d
Funds
Do•lgnated
Fund
Total 2024
2023
Other
Manse Rental
2,160.00
19,325.00
21,485.00
2,160.00
19,325.00
21.485.00
805
17,400
18,205
The Manse 1s held for the use of the ChurGh's Minister and Family, but may
be rented out as decided by the Church during periods when the Minister
does not require use of the property or in a period of interregnum
Throughout the year the Manse was rented to a third party with the tenancy
being renewed on a ￿0-year fixed term basis from February 2022
7 Expondlturn on Charltabl• Actlvttl••
Unrestrlct•d
Funds
De81gnated
Fund#
Totsl 2024
2023
staff - see Note 9
Church- see Note JO
Missions - see Note 11
5.352.00
29,033.96
25,500.00
5,352.00
29,033.96
25,500.00
4,135
20,785
26.150
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10
Notes
Toddler Group
Fellowship
Tuesday Fellowship
student Support
Pastoral Support
85.06
600.00
748.25
85.06
600.00
748.25
1,400
792
.31
61,319.
Other Expendlturn
Unr88trlctod
Fund8
Do8lgnat•d
Funds
Total 2024
2023
Manse
Bank charg88
3.571.36
9144
3,571.36
91.44
9,029
87
3,662.80
3,662.80
9,116
9 Staff Co•t•
Unre•trlct•d
Funds
DMlgnat•d
Fund•
Total 2024
2023
Sa18ries
Social Security
Pension
Mobile Phone
Other ¢osls & Fees
5,352,00
5,352.00
1.784
151
2,200
4,135
5,3S2.00
5,352.00
Headcount
9a Related Party Transa¢tlon$
There were no related party transactions undertaken in the year.
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Notes
10 Chur¢h ¢08ts
Unr68trlctod
Funds
Deslgnated
Funds
Total 2024
2023
Electri¢ity, Water, Phone. Insuranc
Repairs & Malntentance
Payroll Admin.Fees
Equipment
Photocopying
Books & Stationery
Subscriptions & Licences
Preaching Fees
Outreach
Other
8,253.86
11,234.25
210.00
36.65
100.81
69.19
1,224.05
2,617.10
1,246.46
4,041.59
8,253.86
11,234.25
210.00
36.65
100.81
69.19
1,224.05
2,617.10
1,246 46
4.041.59
7,361
6,860
48
37
95
98
1,620
1,016
1,548
2.085
29,033.96
29.033.96
20,769
11 Ml•8lon• - Expendlturo
Unre8trlctod
Fund8
D￿IgnIted
Fund8
Total 2024
2023
BMS
BU Home Mission
Mission Aviation Fellowship
Tearfund
Fleet Town Centre Proj•cl
FACCTS
Compassion
Levi Booth
Other
Special Appeals
4,250.00
4,250.00
1.000.00
1,000.00
4,250.00
4,250.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
4,250
4,250
1,000
1,000
5,000.00
2,000.00
1,500.00
5,500.00
1,000.00
5,000.00
2,000.00
1,500.00
5,500.00
1,000.00
5,000
2.050
1,500
5,500
1,600
25.500.00
25,500.00
26,150
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Note$
12 Froohold Land and Bulldln98
2024
2023
The Church is the beneficial owner of the following tangible fixed assets, the
legal tille to which is held by The Baptist Union Corporation Ltd. the
Church's custodian trustee. The use of the proceeds from any future sale of
these a8sets is restricted to acquiring similar assets and would require the
¢onsent and agreement of the holding trustees.
In the event that the Church is permanently closed the proceeds of sale
would be transferred to the Baptist Union Corporation Building Fund. These
a$sets therefore do not appear in these accounts.
However, the major exlen$ion constructed in 200812009 and the recently
completed new office extension were paid for by Church funds and
borrowings 8nd therefore in¢luded in the Balance Sheet at cost.
The Church Manse, 25 Curzon Drive, Church Crookham.
Fleet, Hants., GU52 6JL.
The Church and Ha11, 64 Basingbourne Road, Church
Crookham, Fleet, Hanls., GU52 6TH.
Extension and refurbishment to the Church and Hall carried
out In 2008109, at cost
408,367.37
408,367
New office extension
completed in 2020 at ¢o$t,
including release of retention
of £1,138.68 in 2021
49,S45.45
457,912 82
49,545
457.913
13 Debtor8
2024
2023
Gift Aid Receivable
Hall Donations
Government Deposit Scheme
3.962.66
3,296
1.673.08
1.673
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Cash Flow
CHURCH CROOKHAM BAPTIST CHURCH
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 ',
Prior Year
Funds
Totsl Funds
Cash Flows from operating activities:
Net cash provlded by/(used In) operating acdvities- see below
47.368.94
34.815
Cash Flows from investing a¢tlvities:
Bank Interest received
Alet cash provided by/{used in) invesb'ng activhies
4,355 74
4,355.74
1,552
1.552
Cash Flows from financlng actlvities."
Capitsl expenditure on buildings
Net cash pmvided by/(used in) financing aclivides
Change in cash and cash aqulval￿ts in the year
Cash and ¢ash equivalents at the beginning of thè year
51,724.68
36,367
117.170.17
80,804
Cash and cash equivalents at the end ol the year
168,894.85
117,170
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOMEIEXPENDITURE TO NET CASH FLOW FROM
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Current Year
Prior Year
Net In¢ome/(expenditurn) for the year(as pw the Ststement of
Finan¢ial A¢tlvities)
Adjustments for-
Bank Interest receNed
Decreaselllncrease) in DebtorslPrepayments
IncreasellDecreasel in Creditors
Nét cash providod by opornting activities
53,707.22
34,103
(4,355.74)
(666.40)
11.316.14)
47.368.94
{1,5511
2,847
15841
. 34,815
ANALYSIS OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
Currenl Year
Prior Year
Bank Balances
Total cash and cash equivalents
168,894.85
168,894.85
117,170
117.170
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Churth Crookham Ba ti5t Church
Trusteeg Annual Re rt for 2024
Introdurtion
l. This annual report has been prepared in accordance with the Chariknes Statement of
Recommended Practice IFRS 1021 issued by the Charity Commission in July 2014. Church
Crookham Baptist Church ICCBCI is a charity IRegi5tered Charty Number 11821411, as well
as a member of the Baptist Union of Great Britsin. This report covers the church's financial
year 2024- i.e. l Januory to 31 December 2024.
Ob
ectives and Activities
2. The principal purpose of CCBC is the advancement of the Christian faith according to the
principles of the Baptist denominats'on. The Church Constitution also provides that CCBC
may advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the UK and l or other
parts of the world.
3. In the light of the above. CCBC'5 overall vision is "Seeking to know Jesus Christ and to make
Him known to others".
4. To fulfil this purpose and vision CCBC engages in a range of artivities including..
regular public worship. prayer. Bible study. preaching and teaching,.
the welcome. inclusion, encouragement. and teaching of all a8es-
evangelism and mission, ranging from local to international:
the nurture and growth of Christian disciples:
giving pastorol Ca￿ (both to Church members and in the local communityl- and
supporting and encouraging charitable social action locally, nationally, and
internationally
AChie￿ments Durln
2024
5. During the year Paul Brice retired from his position as Pastor and Elder. The Church familv
came together at a special service to give thanks to God for his Servi￿ to U5 and the local
community. Following Paul moving on. the remaining two Elders hold the spiritual leadership
of the Church, supported by the Deacons who lead on practical matters. Together. they form
the Trustee team. The trustees are assisted and encourdged by the membership and regular
attendees.
Church Crookham Baptisi Church. Charity Number: 1182141

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6. Whilst we celebrate and honour the past, this period of pastoral 1￿CanC¥ has gently ushered
in a new seoson for Church Crookham Baptist Church. New ministries have been born and
refreshed, with many members stepping into new roles and Service.
7. We have sought to recruit a new pastor wtth two recruitment rounds occurring in 2024
including interviews with potential candidate5. However, the right person ha5 not been
found as of yet.
8. We are earnestly praying for God's clear guidance in our"search and are very grateful for the
assistance of our Moderator. as well as the regional minister of our local Baptist association
(SEBAI. We Bive thanks for the prayerful unity that exists within CCBC and look forward with
hL¢mble confidence to all the future that God has planned for the church.
9. The highlights of the year include:
relevant Bible teaching each Sunday morning-
regular teaching of Sunday School (pre-school, key stsges l & 21 and Young People's
Bible Studies (key stsges 3 & 41-
regular meetings of Re'.Fuel (youth group for 5econd3ry age childrenl-
one baptism, seven new members and many more deepening their faith,.
running throughout the year the very popular Little Lambs Toddler Group meeting
three times 3 week during term time led by our employed leader,.
ongoing meetings of homegroups and our Tuesday Fellowship:
the monthly distribution of the evangelistic Good News newspaper in the local area,.
holding very well attended Sunday Fun afternoons for primary age Child￿n,-
providing preachers on several occasions for several local churches linked to CCBC:
a prayer team who offer to pray with, and for. anyone:
practical support for the local community including the distribution of Christmas
food hampers, being a refuge ￿ntre during a fire in a nearby block of flats and other
ad-hoc practical support..
leading the Christmas carol service at the local park, an Easter sunrise service, and
services at a local residential care home-
practical and financial support for Hot Chocolate Mondays, serving refreshments to
local school students-
Church Crookham Baptist Churcb. Charity Number: 1182141

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significant financial support to local. national. and international charitable
organisations- and
many of our members living out their fatth in practical service to local. national. and
international charities.
10. We must record our sadness at the great loss during the year of some long-serving members
of the church, although we rejoice that they are now home with the Lord.
11. We are, therefore, so grdteful to God for all that has been achieved, grown, and maintained
durin8 2024. As live in this season of not having a pastor, we remember Ecclesiastes 3.1
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven"
Financial Revlew
12. We continue to be thankful to God for his generous and frdithful provision.
13. The church's annual net revenue income and yeor end financial position were again very
encouraging. Total income amounted to £118,689 Ipreviou5 year £96.4801, with expenditure
totsllin8 £64.982 (previous year £62.378} giving a surplus of £53.707.
14. During 2024 the church was able to finance fully all its attbvities in support of its purpose and
vision. includin8 making contributions totalling £25,5CM) to other charities. The artivities of
these local, national, and intemattonal o￿anisatiOnS include Christian evan8elism. social
action, humanitsrian aid, and emergency support.
15. The church's net current assets at the yearond amounted to £172,557 which are held in
various current and saving accounts regulated by the FCA.
16. The surplus for the year. and thus the growth in cash assets, wès significantly influenced by
not employing a salaried pastor. Our financial projections indicatethat once a salaried pastor
is employed. Y￿ will be operatbng on a budgetsry deficit. This 15 not only due to an increase
in employee costs, but the expectiition that the pastor will use our manse for housing which
we currently receive rental income for.
17. Therefore. the Trustee5 have purposefully exceeded the reserves policy (to hold reserves
equivalent to at least six months, revenue expenditure). instead building up cash assets in
readine55 for predicted deficits in future years and thus ensuring we can continue to support
salaried pastor once employed.
18. At the end of 2024, the Trustees, in consultstion with the members, decided that the level of
cash reserve5 were greater than required and thus ontroff gifts will be given to charities we
support to reduce cash assets to a more suttable level.
Church Crookham BaptiSI Church. Charity Number: 1182141

19. Relying on and subject to God's ongoing blessing on the church. the TrLfjStees believe that
CCBC will be able.to continue as a Eoing concern." and to plan for the appointment of a new
pastor.
Church Crookham Baptist Church. ch￿lty Number: 1182141

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5truciure Govemance and Mana
ement
20. The overall leadership of the church is exercised through its Charity Trustees the Elders,
Deacons, Secretary and Treasurer. Such Trustees are. however, accountable to the Church
Meeting (normally held four times each yearl. As of 31 March 2025, the Charity Trustees
were..
Terry Bateman (Elder}
Nigel Stevenson (Elderl
Simon Hawes Isecretaryand Deacon)
Frances Walton (Treasurer and Deacon)
Helen Butler (Deacon)
Carolyn Parson5 (Deacon)
John Walker (Deacon)
During the financial year the following trustee also served
Paul Brice IPastor}- resigned lrett.redl on 31 March 2024
21. The "governing document" for CCBC is the Word of God, the Bible. Its administration,
organisation details and Tnjstee arrangements are all set out in the Church Constitution.
Reference and Administrdtfve Delails
22. The church is known as Church Crookham Baptist Church- see also paragraph l above.
23. The legal titles to the ownership of the church premises in Basingbourne Road IGU52 6TH)
and manse premises in Curzon Drive IGU52 6JLI are held by the church's custodian trustee,
The Baptist Union Corporation Ltd. and these assets do not appear in the church's accounts.
other Detalls
24. The church does not need to declare the omi55ion of any address / trustee details nor does It
or its Trustees act in any capacity as custodian trustees.
Conclusion
25. The Trustees rejoice and gNe thanks to God for His grace and blessing on the chorch
throughout 2024. To God alone be all the glory.
Church Crookham Bapust Church, Charity Number 1182141

Signed and dated on behalf of the Trustee5
Slmon Hawes, Church Secretsry
chU￿h Crookham Baptist ch￿c￿ Charity Numbcr: 1182141