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Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ (Phils.)

London Chapter Charity Registration Number 1184554

17 Palgrave House Wyndham Estate London SE5 0XS

TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT

For the Period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023

12 January 2024

MISSION and VISION

The objective of the CIO is to advance the Christian faith, as stated in our statement of faith below. To serve the public in London and other areas of the United Kingdom and the world.

We believe in one God eternally existing as one essence and Four district persons. God the Father, God the Mother, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, each of whom is fully God, yet they are One God. Each person has precisely the same nature and attributes and is worthy of precisely the same worship, honour, and praise. The Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ faith is bound together with the confession of God the Holy spirit.

Our mission is to continue the propagation of the legacy of the Holy Spirit, Mons D. Rufino S. Magliba.

One of the objectives of the London Chapter is to build houses of worship in London and provide assistance to those in need, both locally and internationally.

As a small organization in London, our vision can only be achieved through donations from various individuals or companies. Our churches globally are providing assistance to individuals, particularly in the Philippines, who are affected by natural disasters and for the construction of churches.

Every year, all members of our church are committed to making donations.

STATEMENT OF FAITH:

ABOUT THE GOD THE HOLY ESPIRIT

We are the Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ that is dedicated to loving God, the Holy Spirit with all our heart, mind and soul, and to loving our brothers, sisters and our neighbours as ourselves.

We believe in one God eternally existing as one essence and Four distinct persons: God the Father, God the Mother, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, each of whom is fully God, yet they are One God. Each person has precisely the same nature and attributes and is worthy of precisely the same worship, honour and praise. The Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ faith is bound together with the confession of God the Holy Spirit.

We believe in God the Father, the creator of heaven and earth (Genesis 1:1). We believe in God the Mother, truly existed long before the creation. She co-existed with God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit. God the Mother is the picture of a woman, how a woman looks like originated from her. When God created man, He said, let us created man in our likeness, That was why God created man in his likeness, He created them Man and Woman (Genesis 1:27). We believe in God the Son, God from God, who in history assumed to Himself a human nature for the sake of our salvation John 1:14; Hebreo 1:3). He is fully God and fully man. Through Him, all things came into being and were created. He was before all things, and in Him, all things hold together by the words of his power (Colossians 1:15-20). He suffered, Died, was buried and rise in Three Days (Matthew 17:23; Luke 24:46). Resurrected, Ascended, and before the God the Son sits at the right hand of the God the Father. The God the Son ask to the Father to sent us another comforter in his name,

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that is the God the Holy Spirit John 16:7-15). We believe in the God the Holy Spirit who eternally proceeds from the God the Father and the Son, and is sent by the Father and Son to save to those who believe in the Holy Spirit, and give us a new life John 15:26). The Holy Spirit has come to glorify the Father, the Mother and the Son. and He will lead the Church into right understanding and rich application of the truth of God's Word. He is to be respected, honoured and worshiped as God, the Third Person of the Trinity.

ABOUT THE BIBLE

The Bible is the infallible Word of God. We believe the Scriptures, the 66 books of the Old and New Testaments, are the inspired Word of God. The Scripture is sufficient for all the God requires for us to believe and do and is therefore to be believed, as God's instruction, in all that is teaches; obeyed, as God's command, in all that it requires; and trusted, as God's pledge, in all that it promises (Isa.40:6-8). As God's people hear, believe and obey the Word, they are equipped as disciples of Christ and witnesses to the gospel (Rom. 10:14-17). this is the way to learn the truth about God. That we need a Church and Faith (1 Peter 1:5, Romans 1:17, Efeso 2:8, Hebreo 11:6).

ABOUT SIN AND SALVATION

We believe that god created Adam and Eve in His image, but they sinned when tempted by Satan (Gen. 3:1-24). Everyone has sinned and needs salvation. Salvation comes by grace through Faith based on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Only through God's saving grace by believing the God the Holy Spirit JOHN 14:26,JOHN 16:13,JOHN 13:20).

ABOUT THE GOSPEL

The saving gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our Sins, was buried, and raise again in 3rd days (Matthew 16:21, Matthew 17:23, Luke 24:46). We obey the gospel, by repentance (death to sin), Water Baptism in the name of the God the Father, God the Mother, God the Son, and receiving the gift and Salvation of the God the Holy Spirit.

ABOUT THE CRUSADERS OF THE DIVINE CHURCH OF CHRIST

The Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ, has it's beginning in the Philippines, in the province Pangasinan lies the coastal town of San Fabian, nestled along the waters of Lingayen Gulf. There, The sleepy barangay of Nibaliw West (Renamed Nibaliw Magliba in 1996) is home to the CDCCPI. The Congregation was first organized and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Manila, Philippines by MONS. DR. RUFINO S. MAGLIBA, The FOUNDER and SUPREME PONTIFF. On September 27, 1955 and was issued the Registration Number 010285. Mons. Dr. Rufino S. Magliba, is full of mystery to believers and non-believers alike. For Us C.D.C.C. Members are believe that he is the manifestation of the Holy Spirit in the end times. We believe that He is the Second Comforter the Living God to Save those who fulfill His Father's Will and who Obey his Commandments and Teaching. Evidence and Testimony of his countless mysteries and wonders John 4:48). As a Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ we are to love God and others. We should live a holy life inwardly and outwardly, and worship God the Holy Espirit joyfully. The Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ Inc. has come to stand unique and wondrous amongst the world's religions, for it is not of man's planning but of Divinely inspired Revelations of God’s Will. It is stewarded by Mons. Dr. Rufino S. Magliba, the God-sent manifestation of the Holy Spirit, The Living God and Savior in these end times.

ABOUT THE FUTURE

Jesus Christ has sent the Holy Spirit to tell the truth John 14:16,26. John 16:13). That we need to build a Church for our salvation. The righteous will inherit eternal life and live in the Kingdom of God.

ACHIEVEMENT, PERFORMANCE and GOALS

The church faced a significant challenge in 2022, despite the pandemic's slowdown. Nevertheless, a monthly meeting is regularly convened by officers and members. Our regular Sunday mass (face to face) and weekday early morning and afternoon holy prayers were also conducted on Zoom.

We are striving to become recognized in the region as a registered charity in England and Wales.

Our ability to raise funds through Facebook on the social media platform has been enhanced with the opening of our PayPal account.

Our Stewardship Recipient Account has already been opened, as previously mentioned in the previous reports. This account will provide regular financial support and regular giving to the church. A Stewardship giving account can be opened by church

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supporters to set up regular giving via Direct Debit. The great news is that we can also claim Gift Aid instantly. We have set up a profile on Give.net as part of our fundraising efforts.

We have raised £5,809.52 as of the end of 2022 for the 'Kamalig' fund. When the time is right and we have the funds, this will be used to construct our church. The funds were generated by members' contributions, Facebook donations, and small fundraising efforts (running a marathon). Given that this has already been initiated, we are anticipating receiving more donations and contributions in the upcoming year.

Our main church in the Philippines has established a vocational and college school, as previously mentioned in the previous reports. The school will serve the needs of younger students from both church members and non-members who are less fortunate. The school provides a free tuition fee for the entire school year. The funds will come from donations from all members of the church (Philippines and worldwide chapter). With this new program of the church, London Chapter is looking forward to providing financial and in-kind (technical, laptop, and any other school equipment) support.

Our objective is to increase the amount of funds we raise each year. We are continually gathering more information, details, technology, and mechanics on how to raise funds through all legitimate platforms. This is meant to support our primary objective of constructing our church building. To aid more church members worldwide who are impacted by natural disasters and to provide assistance to underprivileged young students.

“KAMALIG FUNDS” Where all donations and funds raised go - towards the construction of a church in London.

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Crusaders of the Divine Church of Christ (Phils.)

OFFICERS

President Mrs. Virginia Williams Vice President Mr. Flores M. Ramones Treasurer Ms. Marife Corpuz Assistant Treasurer Mrs. Alma Ancheta Secretary Mrs. Maria Cristina Soriano Assistant Secretary Mrs. Myrna Quizon Bookkeeper Mr. Ronald Ancheta Business Manager Mr. Manny Delos Santos P.R.O. Mrs. Lorie Bosworth

Ms. Marisyl Paccarangan Auditor Mrs. Tessie Corpuz Assistant Auditor Mrs. Julie Ocampo Adviser Ministro Felipe Sabado

TRUSTEES:

The Rev. Father Bonifacio Corpuz Mrs. Virginia Williams Mr. Flores M. Ramones

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DIFFERENT WORKING COMMITTEES

2022

1) ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE

CHAIRMAN: President Mrs. Virginia Williams Member: Mr. Flores M. Ramones The Rev. Father Bonifacio Corpuz Ms. Marife Corpuz

Ministro Felipe Sabado

2) EVENTS and FUND-RAISING COMMITTEE

CHAIRMAN : Mr. Flores M. Ramones

Member:

3) BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE

CHAIRMAN : Ms. Marife Corpuz Member:

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4) SAFEGUARDING & MEMBERS RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Chairman : The Rev. Father Bonifacio Corpuz

Member :

Declarations:

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees.

Signature:

Full Name: FLORES M. RAMONES

Position: Vice-President/Trustee

Date: 12 January 2023

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