2023-03-31-accounts - Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO

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REHOBOTH CHURCH CONWY CIO

Trustees Annual Report and Accounts

For the period ended 31st March 2023

Charity No: 1194257

Trustees' Annual Report for the period

	Period start date	Period start date			Period end date
From	1st	April	2022	To	31st March	2023

Section A Reference and administration details

Charity name Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO

Registered charity number (if any) 1194257

Charity's principal address Bron Wendon, Conwy Road,

Penmaenmawr,

Conwy Postcode LL34 6BB

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Stephen Burt	Ex-officio(Minister)
	Mike Anderton
	William Moffat
	AntonyRatcliffe
	Bob Ratcliffe
	William Waller

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)	Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser Name Address
Bankers	Lloyds Bank	22 Mostyn Street, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 2RU

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

Cassie Ratcliffe - Secretary

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Constitution dated 26[th] January 2021 and registered with the Charity Type of governing document Commission on 27[th] April 2021; subsequently amended on 9[th] June 2021 (eg. trust deed, constitution) Charitable Incorporated Organisation How the charity is constituted (eg. trust, association, company) A Foundation, therefore new trustees nominated by any existing trustee, Trustee selection methods then formally appointed by all trustees at the next meeting. (eg. appointed by, elected by)

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Section C Objectives and activities

The advancement of the Christian faith for the benefit of the public in accordance with the Statement of Faith appearing in the Schedule. Summary of the objects of the Such other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the charity charity set out in its trustees, further the work of the Church. governing document • Developing and making available a Christian resource centre in Dwygyfylchi, North Wales, helping people to explore the spiritual dimension of life with conferences and conventions, with rooms available for respite and holidays, and staffed by a team of volunteers. • Organising activities and special worship services that explore Christianity in various dimensions. • Being a resource hub of information about Christian spirituality for local congregations and individuals. Summary of the main activities undertaken for the • Offering Christian teaching conventions to train individuals to public benefit in relation to relate correctly in relationships with each other and in their these objects (include within spiritual walks. this section the statutory declaration that trustees have • Providing a drop-in service for people seeking support or a chat. had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity • Offering coaching on aspects of the Christian faith. Commission on public benefit) • Coordinating conferences for Christians in the wider area. • Offering a confidential listening and healing prayer service on the charity premises. Our facilities are open on most days and evenings. • The prevention or relief of poverty or financial hardship in North Wales, the rest of the UK and internationally, by providing donations, items or services to individuals in need. The trustees have complied with the Charities Act 2011 with regard to the public benefit requirement.

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Section D Achievements and performance

Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year

REVIEW OF ACTIVITIES IN 2022-2023

As the upgrading and renovations of the Oasis property continue, as per last year, most of the expenses have been as a result:

Continued improvements to the grounds – wildflower beds, rose garden, further landscaping. The total acreage of the Oasis property is 3.5 acres. The trustees agree that it is necessary to make the grounds as low maintenance as possible.
Improvements to the exterior caravans and surrounding area
Electric gates to Oasis entrance
New roof for function room
Annexe improvements – bathroom upgrade, carpet laid throughout lounge, stairway, 2 bedrooms and hallway, lounge decorated.
Decorating of Oasis passageway, including laying of laminate flooring and decorating of middle kitchen.
Further alterations and improvements have been carried out to comply with fire regulations, including fire warden training of a number of responsible persons. At the inspection following the purchase of the property, a list of work to be completed was provided which is systematically being worked through.

Upgrades to the property will continue in the future.

The property continues to be used, and the following activities continue to take place:

Weekly Sunday morning church meetings
Christian Teaching seminars
Respite holidays for individuals and families
Preparation of function room facility for proposed future conferences, wedding and funeral services.

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Section E Financial review

The trustees maintain as the previous year that £5,000.00 will be kept as Brief statement of the a reserve for the purpose of emergency repairs and/or maintenance. As charity’s policy on reserves previously stated, this minimal amount is due to the fact that labour costs would not be included in this sum because within the trustees and the fellowship there are skilled professionals who offer their services on a voluntary basis.

The charity has a net expenditure for the period, which is due to a one-off expenditure for the replacement of the function room roof (£9,600). The roof was in bad need of repair as it leaked significantly in rain and wind conditions. The trustees agreed that it was vital to replace the roof as the function room is one of the main assets of the property. Despite the net expenditure, there is still a balance of £15,387.00 at the year end, which is still considerably above the agreed £5,000.00 reserve.

Details of any funds materially in deficit

None

Further financial review details (Optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:

the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;

Funds from the bank account are not only used for the renovation of the Oasis property, but also for the maintenance and running costs of Bron Wendon, the Church Fellowship house.

The charity continues to rely on voluntary donations from those who identify with our objective. All income is received through donations, church offerings and a Paypal facility found on the charity’s website, which enables those who are identified with the objects of the charity, both nationally and internationally, to donate.

investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.

Section F Other optional information

As well as endeavouring to reach out to the local community, and also other part of the UK, the charity has a developing relationship with missions in India and Pakistan, where poverty and persecution are constant obstacles slowing down their respective projects. The trustees hope to be able to offer financial support and encouragement to these groups in the near future.

The Bron Wendon Church Fellowship house continues to be used for accommodating those in need. For example:

Spiritual rehabilitation of an individual who has now become an integral part of the church fellowship and supports the ministry in line with the charity’s objectives.
Practical and spiritual support for an individual recently widowed.

Section G Declaration

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

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Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

ed on behalf of the charity’s trustees	’s trustees	’s trustees
Signature(s)STEVE BURT BOB RATCLIFFE Full name(s)Stephen Burt Bob Ratcliffe Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Chair / Trustee Trustee Date07/01/2024	STEVE BURT		BOB RATCLIFFE
			Bob Ratcliffe
		Chair / Trustee		Trustee
		07/01/2024

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Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ members of[Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO ]

On accounts for the 31[st] March 2023 Charity no. 1194257 period ended Set out on pages 7-8

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31[st] March 2023.
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 examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention 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

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: J. FREER Date: 07 January 2024 Name: Janet Margaret Freer Relevant professional Retired HMRC qualification: Address: 133 Sutton Road Waterlooville Hants P08 8PT

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	Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO	Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO	Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO	1194257	CC16a

	Receipts andpayments accounts
	For the period from	1st April 2022	To	31st March 2023


Section A Receipts and payments
	Unrestricted funds	Restricted funds		Total funds	Last year
	to the nearest £	to the nearest £		to the nearest £	to the nearest £
A1 Receipts
Unrestricted funds	34,570	-		34,570	22,700
Buildingfund	-			-	150,001
Gift Aid	459			459	12,530
Oasis flat contributions	-	868		868	136
Chicken coup	-	76		76	318
Bron Wendon Water Rates contribution	-	225		225	-
Gifts to those in need	-	480		480	-
Book order	-	8		8	500
*Sub total*(Gross income for AR)	35,029	1,657		36,686	186,185

A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table).
	-	-		-	-
	-	-		-	-
*Sub total*	-	-		-	-

**Total receipts **	35,029	1,657		36,686	186,185

A3 Payments
Housekeeping	784	-		784	692
IT costs	338	-		338	900
Buildingmaintenance - interior	1,438	-		1,438	2,610
Buildingmaintenance - exterior	2,952	-		2,952	7,335
Cleaning	920	60		980	600
Catering	1,885	-		1,885	2,343
Utilities	10,827	1,033		11,860	6,898
Legal fees	-	-		-	2,030
Merchandise	-			-	500
Fire safety	745	-		745	649
Printing,postage & stationery	35	8		43	40
Vehicle runningcosts	5,174	-		5,174	1,153
Finance costs	-	-		-	30
Gifts	300	480		780	-
Sundry	175	-		175	-
	-	-		-	-
**Sub total **	25,573	1,581		27,154	25,780

A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table)
Oasis property	13,617			13,617	404,274
Garden equipment & improvements	2,936	76		3,012	11,483
Household equipment	1,123			1,123	653
Repayment of loan	-			-	80,000
**Sub total **	17,676	76		17,752	496,410

**Totalpayments **	43,249	1,657		44,906	522,190

*Net of receipts/(payments)*	(8,220)	0		(8,220)	(336,005)
A5 Transfers between funds	-	-		-	-
A6 Cash funds lastyear end	23,607	-		23,607	359,612
*Cash funds thisyear end*	15,387	0		15,387	23,607

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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period

Categories	Details	Unrestricted funds	Restricted funds	Total funds
		to nearest £	to nearest £	to nearest £
B1 Cash funds	Lloyds bank - current account	15,387	-	15,387
		-	-	-
		-	-	-
	*Total cash funds*	15,387	-	15,387


	Details	Fund to which asset belongs	Cost (optional)	Current value (optional)
B3 Investment assets			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-

	Details	Fund to which asset belongs	Cost (optional)	Current value (optional)
B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use	Oasis property	417,892	-	-
	Gardening equipment & improvements	14,495	-	-
	Household equipment	1,776	-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-
			-	-

	Details	Fund to which liability relates	Amount due (optional)	When due (optional)
B5 Liabilities			-
			-
			-
			-
			-

Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees	Signature	Print Name		Date of approval
	STEVE BURT	Stephen Burt		07/01/2024
	ANTONY RATCLIFFE	AntonyRatcliffe		07/01/2024

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