Living Water Arabic Church End of Year Report and Accounts
Year ending 31[st] December 2024
Charity Information
Trustees: Nadia Abdelseed Mervat Metry Petra Metry Sameh Metry (Chairman) Noor Fuad Yacoub Qassis (Treasurer) New trustees are appointed by the existing trustees. Governing Document: “Foundation” Model Constitution Charity Registration Number: 1182877 Registered Office: 22 Gosling Close Greenford UB6 9UE Bankers: Metro Bank
Objects
The objects of the CIO are:
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To advance the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in accordance with the statement of faith (stated in the charity CIO constitution) in such ways and in such parts of the United Kingdom or the World.
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Such other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the Trustees, further the work of the church.
Aims and Objectives
The central tenet of Living Water Arabic Church is that the Christian Faith itself brings immediate benefit to its followers, hence the purpose of the church is to promote this faith. There is however a requirement on Christians to demonstrate their faith in very practical ways, and in the context of Living Water Church this is worked out by providing a supportive community for Arabic speaking people living in London. Many of these people have been displaced from Middle Eastern countries through war and persecution and the community of the church meets a very real need for them and their families.
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Activities in 2024
The year 2024 was a fruitful and blessed year for Living Water Arabic Church. We experienced growth both in numbers and in spiritual maturity through many activities and ministries. Below is a summary of the key highlights from the year:
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We began the year with revival meetings featuring two Arabic guest speakers, a powerful start that set a strong spiritual tone for the year.
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Our Annual Members Meeting was held on Sunday, 28 January 2024, where we shared the church’s annual vision.
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We launched a weekly prayer meeting on Zoom every Tuesday (7:00–8:00 PM) starting in February.
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We joined a monthly national Arabic evangelical prayer meeting on Zoom with other Arabic churches in the UK, beginning 27 February at 7:00 PM.
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We continued The School of Christ-like Ministers every Thursday evening (7:30–9:00 PM) via Zoom.
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A ladies’ weekly prayer meeting has been held every Thursday morning, interceding for the nation, the city, the needy, and our church community. Occasionally, these meetings are held in person.
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We organised a fundraising event on Saturday, 9 March 2024.
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On Thursday, 28 March, we hosted a Passover meal to commemorate the Last Supper.
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Our Easter celebrations ran from Good Friday (29 March) through Easter Sunday (31 March 2024), featuring guest speakers and worship by Samuel Farouk and Pastor Emil Fawzy from Egypt.
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On Monday, 1 April, we celebrated the Spring Feast, a traditional and joyful family fun day.
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We continued holding a monthly all-age service, bringing the church together in Arabic and English.
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On 28 May, we launched the Deep Group initiative, encouraging members to grow deeper in God’s Word and in fellowship with one another.
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A revival weekend took place from 14–16 June, featuring worship leader Fayez Adly and guest speaker Pastor Atef Rushdy from Egypt, a powerful time of renewal.
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We held a Worship Conference from 26–28 July 2024 with worship leader Michail Makram from Kuwait.
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A Summer Fayre fundraising event was held on Saturday, 24 August.
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Every Friday afternoon throughout the year, we distributed food to 80–90 people, serving both our Arabic community and local neighbours, without interruption.
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We celebrated Thanksgiving Day on Sunday, 8 September 2024.
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From 20–22 September, we hosted the “El Eklisia” Arabic Christian Conference in London, with guest speakers Dr. Pastor Ezzat Hakim and Faten Khalil from California, USA.
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On Saturday, 12 October, we launched our new Youth Club for ages 11–17, providing a safe and fun weekend space for young people.
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On Wednesday, 20 November, we held a memorial service for our beloved minister Rev. Samuel Benjamin (aged 29), a deeply heartbreaking moment for our church family.
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Throughout the year, we were honoured to host many visiting preachers and worship leaders, including:
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Rev. Shraf Kamel (Florida, USA)
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Mrs. Nadrah Nabil (KDC Cairo, Egypt)
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Dr. Ashraf Al-Malakh and worship leader Nasef Sobhy (Asiut, Egypt)
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Pastor Hany Mosa (Cairo, Egypt)
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Pastor Raef Azab (New Jersey, USA)
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Pastor Basem Sawiress (Norwich, UK)
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Our Arabic Christmas Carol Service took place on Sunday, 22 December, attended by guests from Arabic embassies and communities, and broadcast on Arabic Christian and secular TV channels.
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From 29–31 December, we concluded the year with End of Year Revival Meetings featuring Rev. Chad Bata and worship leader Eric Al Saad from Toronto, Canada.
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On the final day of these meetings, we celebrated the baptism of 10 people who publicly committed their lives to following Jesus, a joyful highlight to end the year.
We give all glory and thanks to the Lord for His faithfulness in helping us accomplish these wonderful activities throughout 2024.
Plans for 2025
Looking ahead, we are excited about what God has prepared for us in 2025. Planned activities include:
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The Annual Members Meeting in January.
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The Annual Church Conference in February.
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Continuing The School of Christ-like Ministers program.
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Easter Revival Weekend at St. John’s Church, 18–20 April.
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Weekly Ladies’ Prayer Meetings via Zoom on Thursday mornings.
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A Youth Weekend Away in May.
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Monthly All-Age Services in both English and Arabic.
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Filming new episodes of the “Church Without Walls” TV program.
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Hosting additional social and fundraising events to strengthen community fellowship.
Financial Review
Reserves Policy
The church does not have a reserves policy, but spending is controlled to ensure there is no deficit on the accounts.
Funds in Deficit
There are no funds in deficit in the current accounting period.
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Receipts and Payments Living Water Arabic Church Receipts and Payments Account For the perlod from 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2024 LbnaDfnS a)JIa(]eS Cthertradir¥J Xi,m 33,536 159 159 Totsl fce¥ts 518)3 51J03 n6 ftaisiry hJTr EYThjDJre ch8ritat4e th4D85 17207 17.207 10,745 40A77 47 47267 4336 742) (6,7421 14742) 10 10,862 Page 4
Balance Sheet Lwing WalerArabic Church Balance Sheet (SunNnary) 31M2fJJ24 31112r2023 CShA8knH 10,&2 6.626 10.862 6.626 10 10 10 lo2 Fund Movement Summary Lbllng terArab Church Fund ernent summary Selected period.. 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2024 513 4T io S1 io Page 5
Approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf on the 25[th] of October 2025:
Rev. Sameh Metry. Chairman
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