CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALE5 Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 November 2023 To 31 October 2024 Charity name: Heart of God Ministry Charity reglstratlon number: 1193747 Objectives and Activities SORP tsference Summary oflhe purposes of the charity as set out in ils governing dcKument Pard1.17 The charity advances the Christian Religion in London and all through the UK for the benefiting of the general public by holding of prayer meetings, religious education and provision of outreach and pastoral care lor the comrnunity. We had two main meetings a week.. Sunday Services (Fa- to- Facel and Friday Bible Study and Prayer Meetin8 (Via Zoornl Church Members and others attended these meetings which were open to all. The Sunday Churth SÉrvitÉs Included slnging. praying and preaching of The Word. Friday Service included Prayer, Bible Study and di5CU55ion5. There were counselling sections addressing the ment31 health issues and rendering help and support to those in need of them. We extended coNdolence5 and support to the bereaved. We visited Care home to encourage and support the residents. Evangelism is one of our cores. We carried out Evangelism to spread Good News, giving hope to the hopeless. 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 3nd Statement confirming whether the tr(Jslees have had regard lo the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 -we hereby confirm that we, as Heart of God Ministry, have had due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission concerning public benefit. We have actively reviewed otjr charitable objectives and activities in light of this guidance to ensure that we continue to operate in a manner consistent with our commitment to providing rneaningful benefits to our communitv..
Additional information loptionall You ma choose lo include further statements where relevant about.. SORP relence P¥a138 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment We acknowledge and extend our deepest Eratitude to the volunteers who dedicated their time, skills, and expertise to the cause of the Church. Their invaluable support was instrumental in the successful planning and execution of our activities. Their contributions are crucial to our mission, empowerSng us to achieve our 8081$ and igniting inspiration in other5 to engage in meamingful ways. We recognize their efforts as vital to our success. Para 1.38 Conlribulion made by volunteers Other Achievements and Performance SORP reference The above activities have yielded and are still vielding positive fruit of changed lives,. beneficiaries testifying of how they have been imp3Cted by them. Those who were emotionally broken and depressed coming out of depression and being taught how to be free and remain free from them. The hopeless have received hope and reali5ing they have something to live for. Summary of the main achievements of the charity. identifying Ihe difference the charity's work has made lo the circumstances of its eneficiaries and any wider benefits lo society as a whole. P8ra 1.20 What we have achleved and plannlnE for more on a larEer scale Include: Empowering beneficiaries to dream dreams. unlocking everyone's potential. Inspiring those with no fLrture ambition to envision ambitious futures. Helping them to develop the confidence, creativity and determination they need to thrive in a changing and challenging world. We also do aim to fill idle minds (especially the young people) with dreams and aspirations. There is a saying that idle mind is a devil's workshop. When an idle mind is engaged and occupied, the likelihood of unwhole50me creativity is imrnensely reduced. If young minds are occupied with
dreams and aspirations, they would not join gangs, crime would be largely reduced. We are helpin8 and giving hope to the disenchanted and demoralised in OLJr modern society and motivating them to dream 8Ealn. We are seeking to create unforgettable moments of inspir8tion that can have a lasting impact on these lives. Additional information loptionall You ma choose lo inelijde further statements where relevant about.. Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 Perfomiance of fundraising activities against objeclThies set Par8 1.41 Investment performan against objectives Para 1.41 Other Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position al the end of the period Statement explaining the policy for holding reseeS slating why they are held P¥a 1.21 Financially, the charity has confidently funded its charitable activities solely through generous donations from our members. We maintain reserves to addre55 future obligations, manage risks, and ensure liquiditv. The purpose of holding these reserve5 includes risk mitigation for vnexperted expenses or withdrawals and providing a buffer against unforeseen events, such a5 economic downturn5, to absorb shocks and uphold stability during turbulent times. We prioritize regulatory Compliance and operational continuity in our linancial 5trale8ies. £1,500 P8r8 1.22 Amount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any uncertainties about the p*a 1.22 P8r8 1.22 P3r3 1.24 Para 1.23
charity continuing as a going concern Additional information loptionall You ma choose lo 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 sxjlicy adopted Para 1.48 A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.48 Other
Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts.. Type of governing document IlriJ£l decJ(I, i()VÉl1 r.harterl How is the charity consliluled? le.q uiiiiicorporated *1%O¢i81ion. C,IC)I.._ Trustee selection methods including details of any conslilulional provisions e.g. election lo post or name of any person or body enlilled lo appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 CIO Foundation Constitution Para 1.25 CIO Foundation Constitution Para 1.25 Eligibility Criteria.. To ensure a strong and effective board, prospective trustees should meet key eligibility criteria. Candidates must be t least 16 years old. not faee any disqualifications that would prevent them from serving. Moreover. prospe¢live trustees are expected lo embody essential values such as honesty, integrity. and a genuine commitment lo the mission of the charity they will represent. Recruitment Methods: The recruitment ol Iruslees can be approached through various constructive rnelhods, includin9 direct appointments by existing Iruslees, election5 held among members Iwhen applicable}. or through public advertisemenls.11 is essential that the recruitment process is transp3nt and inclusive, fostering a diverse range of skills and experiences wlhin the board. Induction and Training.. After selection, new Iruslees wll benefit from an induction process designed lo acclimate Ihern lo the charity's mission, governance structure, policies. and their legal responsibilities. To promote continuou5 growlh and effectiveness, ongoing training opportunlties should be made available, ensuring trustees remain well-informed about best practi$ in charity governance. Additional information (optional) You ma choose lo include further statements where relevant about.. Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of Iruslees Para 1.51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Para 1.5 Relationship with any re18ted parties Para 1.51
Other Reference and Administrative details Charil name Other name the charil uses Re islered chari number Charity's principal address Heart of G¢)d Minist 1193747 54 Breton Road Rochester Kent ME1 2JH
Names of the charity trustees manage the charlty Date8 acted If not for whole ear Trustee name Office lif any) Name of person lor bodyl entitled toa olnt trustee Ilf an Miss Agne5 Mbabzi Kany3m8hane Mr Jeremiah Ojimee Emuchav Mrs Elizabeth Jane Chidinma Emuchav Mrs Sarah Baby Kuteh Chair 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Corporate Iruslees- names of the directors 81 the date the re Director name ortwasa roved NIA Name of trustees holding title to propety belonging to the charity Trustee narne Dates acted sf not forwhole ear NIA
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets NIA 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 NIA Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets NIA Additional information loptionall Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of Name Address adviser Name of chief executive or names of senlor staff members (Optional inforrnationl Exemptions from disclosure Reason for non-disclosure of ke ersonnel details Other o tional information
Declarations The trustees declare that thay have approved the trustees. report above. Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signaturelsl Full namelsl Position leg Secretary, Chair. etcl C i+AI Date Xo