Trustees’ Annual Report for the period
From 01/04/2024 To 31/03/2025
Charity name: Love Life UK Church
Charity registration number: 1189430
Objectives and Activities
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document |
Para 1.17 | The object of the CIO is to advance the Christian faith for the public benefit. In Barnsley and such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world that the charity trustees may from time to time think fit, and to fulfil such other purposes which are exclusively charitable according to the law of England and Wales and are connected with the charity work of the charity. |
| Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. |
Para 1.17 and 1.19 |
The main activities of Love Life UK Church include our weekly Sunday worship services, weekly Bible studies, children and young people’s ministry. Specialist events for groups within the church, and provision of support for homeless people in our local community. |
| Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit |
Para 1.18 | The trustees have had regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment
Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other
Achievements and Performance
| SORP reference | ||
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity’s work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. |
Para 1.20 | Public Worship, Teaching and Pastoral Activities The charity held public worship services every Sunday throughout the year, with an average weekly attendance of approximately 50 people, many of whom attend regularly. Services included Christian worship, teaching, and prayer, and were open to the public. Teaching was delivered by the church’s leadership team as well as a range of guest speakers invited throughout the year, bringing additional perspectives and experience. Guest musicians and worship leaders also supported services at various points during the year, enriching the quality of worship. Alongside regular worship, the church organised themed men’s and women’s events designed to encourage spiritual growth, mutual support, and fellowship. One larger women’s event was held during the year, with additional informal gatherings taking place for food and fellowship. Attendance at women’s events was typically around 20 participants, primarily church members, with some attendees from outside the church community. Community Outreach and Social Action As part of its commitment to supporting vulnerable members of the local community, the church undertook quarterly outreach activities focused on homelessness. This included the provision of food and practical support to Queen’s House, a council-supported organisation |
working with people experiencing homelessness. Queen’s House typically accommodates around 15 residents, although this can vary. Church members regularly planned and delivered donations, sometimes visiting Queen’s House directly to deliver items and offer support. These activities were undertaken in partnership with Queen’s House and contributed to the charity’s wider aim of demonstrating Christian compassion through practical action. Children and Young People’s Activities The church provided regular children’s activities, running most weeks of the month, with children remaining in the main worship service approximately once per month. Around 10 children and young people were involved during the year. These activities were designed to communicate the ethos and values of the Christian faith in an age-appropriate way, supporting children’s spiritual development and encouraging personal growth within a safe and supportive environment. Use and Maintenance of the Church Building The church building was used throughout the year for worship services, children’s activities, and church events. The building was also occasionally used by external groups and visitors, including groups connected with the historical significance of the building. In particular, visitors associated with the legacy of James Hudson Taylor used the premises as a stopping point for refreshments and to view the building, recognising its historical connection to his childhood. There were no significant changes to building insurance arrangements during the year. However, utility costs, particularly heating fuel, increased due to higher levels of building use.
Public Benefit The trustees confirm that the activities described above were carried out in furtherance of the charity’s objects and for the public benefit, providing opportunities for public worship, spiritual education, community support, and practical assistance to those in need.
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| Achievements against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set |
Para 1.41 | |
| Investment performance against objectives |
Para 1.41 | |
| Other |
Financial Review
| Financial Review | ||
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| Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period |
Para 1.21 | The charity had a general fund balance of £7,657 at the end of the period |
| Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held |
Para 1.22 | The healthy cash balance has meant the charity is in a strong position at the end of the period and has enough cash to ensure its security going forward. Trustees do not currently have a formal level of reserves. |
| Amount of reserves held | Para 1.22 | No set level |
| Reasons for holding zero reserves |
Para 1.22 | The charity has no contractual obligations above its monthly expenditure, and the healthy cash position has meant trustees have not seen fit to set a minimum reserve level at this point. However, going forward trustees are mindful of the need to build a strong financial framework for the charity and will consider a reserves policy in the future. |
| Details of fund materially in deficit |
Para 1.24 | None |
| Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern |
Para 1.23 | None |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
| The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) |
Para 1.47 | |
| Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted |
Para 1.46 | |
| A description of the principal risks facing the charity |
Para 1.46 | |
| Other |
Structure, Governance and Management
| Description of charity’s trusts: |
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| Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter) |
Para 1.25 | Constitution |
| How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO) |
Para 1.25 | CIO - Foundation |
| Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees |
Para 1.25 | (1) Apart from the first charity trustees, every trustee must be appointed for a term of three years by a resolution passed at a properly convened meeting of the charity trustees. (2) In selecting individuals for appointment as charity trustees, the charity trustees must have regard to the skills, knowledge and experience needed for the effective administration of the CIO |
Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:
Policies and procedures adopted for the induction Para 1.51 and training of trustees The charity’s organisational structure and any wider Para 1.51 network with which the charity works Relationship with any related Para 1.51 parties Other
Reference and Administrative details
| Charity name | Love Life Church UK |
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| Other name the charity uses | |
| Registered charity number | 1189430 |
| Charity’s principal address | Salem Chapel Blucher Street Barnsley S70 1AP |
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole **year ** |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany) |
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| Bruce Antonio Dyer | Chair | |||
| Adrian Anthony Anderson |
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– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved
Director name
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity
Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others
Description of the assets None held in this capacity
Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets
Additional information (optional)
Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
| Type of | Name | Address |
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| adviser |
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Exemptions from disclosure
Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details
Other optional information
Declarations
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date
| Love Life UK Church | 1189430 | |||
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| Receipts andpayments accounts | CC16a | |||
| For the period from |
01/04/2024 | To | 31/03/2025 |
| Section A Receipts and payments | Section A Receipts and payments | Section A Receipts and payments | |||||||
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| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ |
Total funds to the nearest £ |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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Donations and Offerings |
15,159 | - | - | 15,159 | 15,933 | ||||
| CV20 Donations | - | - | 1,120 | ||||||
| HMRC Gift Aid | - | - | 4,329 | ||||||
| Corporate Donations | 2,775 | - | 2,775 | 3,877 | |||||
| Grants | - | - | 12,000 | ||||||
| Restricted Donations | 190 | - | 190 | 50 | |||||
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) | 17,934 | 190 | - | 18,124 | 37,309 | ||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| 37,309 | |||||||||
CV20 |
2,300 | ||||||||
| Church MinistryExpenses | 4,638 | 4,638 | 2,962 | ||||||
| Professional Services/Office | 2,324 | 2,324 | 550 | ||||||
| Publicity/Website | 970 | 970 | 768 | ||||||
| Insurance/Utilities | 8,147 | 8,147 | 6,584 | ||||||
| Special Events | 1,470 | 190 | 1,660 | 14,969 | |||||
| Gifts/donations | 2,000 | ||||||||
| Technical/Maintenance | 1,518 | 1,518 | |||||||
| Love Life UK refunds - Charitable | |||||||||
| **Sub total ** | 19,067 | 190 | - | 19,257 | 30,133 | ||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| **Sub total ** | - | ||||||||
| Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 30,133 | |||||||||
| - 1,133 | 7,176 | ||||||||
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| 1,614 | |||||||||
| 7,657 | 8,790 |
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| CCXX R1 accounts (SS) Categories B1 Cash funds |
1 Cash at Bank Details Total cash funds |
Unrestricted funds to nearest £ 7,657 - 7,657 |
09/01/2026 Restricted funds Endowment funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
| Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets |
Signature Homeless Fund Details Details Details (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details |
OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) 50 - - - - Print Name |
OK |
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| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
09/01/2026
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