2024-12-31-accounts - Divine Life Christian Centre

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Trustees' Annual Report for the period

Period start date Period end date 01 01 2024 31 12 2024

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Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name DIVINE LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE

Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1187548

Charity's principal address 100 NEW ROAD

LONDON DAGENHAM Postcode RM9 6YJ

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Deborah Ehiremen
	Andrew Ebohon

Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)

Name Dates acted if not for whole year

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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of adviser Name Address

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Type of governing document

(eg. trust deed, constitution)

How the charity is constituted

(eg. trust, association, company) The management of the charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who Trustee selection methods are elected and co-opted under the terms of the (eg. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (Optional information)

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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
relationship with any related parties;
trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.

Section C Objectives and activities

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Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit)	1. Objectives and Activities The charity’s objectives are to advance the Christian faith, relieve hardship, support community wellbeing, and promote personal development among children, young people, students, and families within the local community. To achieve these objectives, DLCC carried out a range of charitable activities during the reporting period, focusing on community outreach, youth development, pastoral care, and organisational capacity building. 2. Public Benefit Statement In line with Charity Commission guidance, the trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the Commission’s public benefit guidance when planning and delivering the charity’s activities. All activities were undertaken to provide clear public benefit to the local community, particularly to students, families, vulnerable individuals, and young people.
	Summary of Main Activities and Achievements A. Community Support and Outreach Organised a Community Christmas Carol Service, engaging local residents and promoting social inclusion. Delivered food distribution and grocery support to students and individuals experiencing financial hardship. Organised Mother’s Day and Father’s Day community events, supporting family wellbeing, single parents, widows, and promoting positive parenting values. Conducted evangelism and outreach activities, inviting members of the public to participate in a supportive church community. Provided prayer and pastoral counselling, supporting individuals with emotional, marital, and mental wellbeing challenges.

Summary of the objects of the
charity set out in its
governing document
Summary of the main
activities undertaken for the
public benefit in relation to
these objects (include within
this section the statutory
declaration that trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit)

1. Objectives and Activities
The charity’s objectives are to advance the Christian faith, relieve
hardship, support community wellbeing, and promote personal
development among children, young people, students, and families within
the local community.
To achieve these objectives, DLCC carried out a range of charitable
activities during the reporting period, focusing on community outreach,
youth development, pastoral care, and organisational capacity building.
2. Public Benefit Statement
In line with Charity Commission guidance, the trustees confirm that they
have had due regard to the Commission’s public benefit guidance when
planning and delivering the charity’s activities.
All activities were undertaken to provide clear public benefit to the local
community, particularly to students, families, vulnerable individuals, and
young people.

Summary of Main Activities and Achievements
A. Community Support and Outreach
Organised a Community Christmas Carol Service, engaging local
residents and promoting social inclusion.
Delivered food distribution and grocery support to students and
individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Organised Mother’s Day and Father’s Day community events, supporting
family wellbeing, single parents, widows, and promoting positive
parenting values.
Conducted evangelism and outreach activities, inviting members of the
public to participate in a supportive church community.
Provided prayer and pastoral counselling, supporting individuals with
emotional, marital, and mental wellbeing challenges.

Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)

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policy on grantmaking;
policy programme related investment;
contribution made by volunteers.

Section D Achievements and performance

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Section D Achievements and performance These activities reduced social isolation, supported vulnerable Summary of the main individuals, strengthened family relationships, and improved emotional achievements of the charity and spiritual wellbeing within the community. during the year Youth, Student and Children’s Development Delivered monthly music and creative outreach events (held every last Friday of the month) aimed at young people and university students, encouraging positive life choices and personal development. Supported the DLCC Bradford University Students Society, enabling students to influence their peers positively and live purposeful lives. Delivered children’s education and biblical teaching programmes, supporting moral development and positive values. Implemented an empowerment and skills development programme, enrolling participants in intensive property training to promote financial literacy and long-term economic empowerment. Public Benefit : These programmes supported young people and students to develop confidence, purpose, life skills, and resilience, contributing to responsible citizenship and long-term social benefit. Facilities, Equipment and Organisational Development Secured a new church venue tenancy, ensuring stability and continuity of charitable activities: Installed a church stage to support worship, teaching, and community events. Invested in audio-visual and digital equipment, including large display screens and streaming equipment, to improve accessibility and engagement. Purchased approximately 100 chairs to increase capacity for services and community activities. Improved facilities through the purchase of chandeliers, table covers, and chair covers, creating a safe and welcoming environment. Maintained church vehicle insurance and transportation support, including travel between London and Bradford to enable charitable activities. Public Benefit: These investments improved access to services, enhanced the quality and safety of community activities, and strengthened the charity’s ability to deliver its objectives effectively. Impact on the Community The charity’s activities have: Supported individuals facing financial hardship

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Section D Achievements and performance

Reduced loneliness and social exclusion Encouraged positive youth engagement and student leadership Strengthened family life and parenting skills Provided emotional, spiritual, and practical support Improved community cohesion and wellbeing Plans for Future Periods The trustees intend to: Expand community outreach and food support initiatives Increase youth and student engagement programmes Strengthen safeguarding, pastoral care, and wellbeing support Enhance digital outreach and accessibility Continue improving facilities to meet growing community demand Trustee Statement The trustees confirm that this report accurately reflects the charity’s activities and achievements during the reporting period and demonstrates how the charity has delivered public benefit in accordance with its charitable purposes.

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Section E Financial review

The trustees monitor reserves on an ongoing basis to ensure that Brief statement of the sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational commitments. charity’s policy on reserves

Details of any funds materially N/A in deficit

Further financial review details (Optional information)

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the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

Section G Declaration

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

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Deborah Ehiremen (Mar 2, 2026, 4:06pm) Full name(s) Deborah Ehiremen Position (eg Secretary, Chair, TRUSTEE etc)

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Charity Name No (if any) DIVINE LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE 1187548 CC16a Receipts and payments accounts For the period Period start Period end date To from 01/01/2024 31/12/2024

Section A Receipts and payments

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Unrestricted Restricted Endowme
Total funds Last year
funds funds nt funds
to the nearest to the to the
to the nearest £ to the nearest £
£ nearest £ nearest £
A1 Receipts
Tithes & Offerings 7,100 - - 7,100 4,560
Other donations 40,000 - - 40,000 -
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Sub total (Gross income for
47,100 - - 47,100 4,560
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A2 Asset and investment sales,
(see table).
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Sub total - - - - -
Total receipts 47,100 - - 47,100 4,560
A3 Payments
Church Services Expenses 4,033 - - 4,033 815
Conferences & Events – Costs 2,935 - - 2,935
Mission support 12,800 - - 12,800 320
Insurance 210 - - 210
Pastoral Care (benevolence giving) 903 - - 903 980
Printing & Stationery 2,079 2,079 350
Professional fees 3,946 3,946
Rent / Mortgage 4,065 4,065 1,560
Repairs & Maintenance 875 875
Telephone & Internet 1,294 1,294
Travel & Transport 1,261 1,261 360
Worship Team Expenses 11,011 11,011
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Sub total [ 45,411 ] - - 45,411 4,385
A4 Asset and investment
purchases, (see table)
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Sub total [ - ] - - - -
Total payments 45,411 - - 45,411 4,385
Net of receipts/(payments) 1,689 - - 1,689 175
A5 Transfers between funds - - - - -
A6 Cash funds last year end 175 - - 175
Cash funds this year end 1,864 - - 1,864 175
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

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Report to the trustees/ Charity Name
DIVINE LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE
members of
On accounts for the year 31st December 2024 Charity 1187548
ended No.
Set out on pages
(remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)
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	I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above
	charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended31 / 08 / 2025.
Responsibilities and	As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation
basis of report	of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act
	2011 (“the Act”).
	I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out
	under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I
	have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
	under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent	I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have
examiner's statement	come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) in connection with
	the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material
	respect:
	 accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of
	the Act or
	 the accounts do not accord with the accounting records
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	with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a
	proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

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