REHOBOTH CHURCH CONWY CIO
Trustees Annual Report and Accounts
For the period ended 31st March 2024
Charity No: 1194257
Trustees' Annual Report for the period
| Period start date | Period start date | Period end date | ||||
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| From | 1st | April | 2023 | To | 31st March |
2024 |
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
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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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| 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) |
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| Type of adviser Name Address |
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| 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 2023-2024 As the upgrading and renovations of the Oasis property continue, as per last year, most of the expenses have been as a result. Further improvements to Oasis main building include:
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Decorating of Dining room
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Complete refit 2 shower rooms – 1[st] floor
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Decorating of upstairs landing
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Re-carpet one bedroom, staircase and upstairs landing
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• Continued maintenance of grounds and guest accommodation ongoing. The total acreage of the Oasis property is 3.5 acres. Regular changeovers of caravans and self-catering accommodation takes place throughout the season - April to November.
The cottage renovation is ongoing, and work continues when other prioritised work allows:
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Installation of block and beam system
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• Tanking and damp-proofing of lower ground level.
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• Building of suspended floor
The cottage renovation will continue in the future.
The property continues to be used, and the following activities continue to take place:
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Weekly Sunday morning church meetings
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Christian Teaching seminars
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Respite holidays for individuals and families.
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Use of function room facility for proposed future conferences, wedding, and funeral services.
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.
This year, a sum of £2000.00 was transferred out of the charity Paypal account to assist with expenditure. The transfer highlighted the fact that although mention of the Paypal account has been made in previous Financial Statements, the transactions have not been accounted for since the setup of the charity. This oversight is due to the fact that this year is the first time since the setup of the charity that Paypal funds have been used to assist with expenses.
Moving forward, Paypal funds will be accounted for in future Financial Statements.
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Details of any funds materially None in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant about:
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the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
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how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
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investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.
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 house continues to be used for accommodating those in need. Currently, spiritual rehabilitation and housing of an individual has developed into a more permanent situation for this individual, therefore, running costs of the fellowship house will have increased to reflect this.
The charity continues to rely on voluntary donations from those who identify with our objective. All income is received through donations, church offerings and the 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.
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 continue 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:
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Spiritual rehabilitation and housing of an individual at Bron Wendon (mentioned above), who has now become an integral part of the church fellowship and supports the ministry in line with the charity’s objectives.
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Practical and spiritual support for an individual recently widowed.
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.
Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s) S. BURT B. RATCLIFFE Full name(s) Stephen Burt Bob Ratcliffe Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc)[Chair/Trustee ] Trustee Date 22 January 2025
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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 2024 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 2024.
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:
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accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act or
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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: 22 January 2025 Name: Janet Margaret Freer Relevant professional Retired HMRC qualification: Address: 133 Sutton Road Waterlooville Hants PO8 8PT
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| Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO | Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO | Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO | Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO | Rehoboth Church Conwy CIO | 1194257 | 1194257 | CC16a | ||
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| Receipts andpayments accounts | |||||||||
| For the period from |
1st April 2023 | To | 31st March 2024 | ||||||
| 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 | 31,795 | - | 31,795 | 37,550 | |||||
| Buildingfund | - | 5,000 | 5,000 | - | |||||
| Gift Aid | 181 | - | 181 | 459 | |||||
| Oasis flat contributions | - | 656 | 656 | 868 | |||||
| Chicken coup | - | - | 76 | ||||||
| Bron Wendon Utilities contribution | - | 2,250 | 2,250 | 225 | |||||
| Gifts to those in need | - | 130 | 130 | 480 | |||||
| Book order | - | - | 8 | ||||||
| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
31,976 | 8,036 | 40,012 | 39,666 | |||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Sub total | - | - | - | - | |||||
| Total receipts | 31,976 | 8,036 | 40,012 | 39,666 | |||||
| A3 Payments | |||||||||
| Housekeeping | 239 | - | 239 | 784 | |||||
| IT costs | 245 | - | 245 | 338 | |||||
| Oasis Buildingmaintenance - interior | 68 | - | 68 | 1,438 | |||||
| Oasis Buildingmaintenance - exterior | 779 | - | 779 | 2,952 | |||||
| Bron Wendon maintenance | 1,693 | - | 1,693 | - | |||||
| Cleaning | 700 | - | 700 | 980 | |||||
| Catering | 2,763 | - | 2,763 | 1,885 | |||||
| Utilities | 11,198 | 2,906 | 14,104 | 11,860 | |||||
| Legal fees | - | - | - | - | |||||
| Insurance | 574 | 574 | |||||||
| Merchandise | - | - | - | ||||||
| Fire safety | - | - | - | 745 | |||||
| Printing, postage & stationery | - | - | - | 43 | |||||
| Vehicle runningcosts | 2,071 | - | 2,071 | 5,174 | |||||
| Finance costs | 179 | - | 179 | 143 | |||||
| Gifts | 620 | 130 | 750 | 780 | |||||
| Sundry | 619 | - | 619 | 175 | |||||
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| **Sub total ** | 21,747 | 3,036 | 24,784 | 27,297 | |||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| Oasisproperty | 5,942 | 5,000 | 10,942 | 13,617 | |||||
| Garden equipment & improvements |
2,751 | 2,751 | 3,012 | ||||||
| Household equipment | 1,160 | 1,160 | 1,123 | ||||||
| **Sub total ** | 9,853 | 5,000 | 14,853 | 17,752 | |||||
| Totalpayments | 31,601 | 8,036 | 39,637 | 45,049 | |||||
| Net of receipts/(payments) | 375 | 0 | 375 | (5,383) | |||||
| A5 Transfers between funds | - | - | - | - | |||||
| A6 Cash funds lastyear end | 22,622 | - | 22,622 | 28,005 | |||||
| Cash funds thisyear end | 22,997 | 0 | 22,997 | 22,622 |
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Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
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Unrestricted Restricted Total funds
Categories Details funds funds
to nearest £ to nearest £ to nearest £
B1 Cash funds Lloyds bank - current account 14,761 - 14,761
Paypal account 8,236 - 8,236
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Total cash funds 22,997 - 22,997
Fund to which Current value
Cost (optional)
Details asset belongs (optional)
B3 Investment assets Supplier duplicate payment due Oasis Property 131 -
HMRC Gift Aid Oasis Property 5,000 -
HMRC Gift Aid Unrestricted 2,855 -
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Fund to which Current value
Cost (optional)
Details asset belongs (optional)
B4 Assets retained for the Oasis property 428,834 -
charity’s own use Gardening equipment & improvements 17,246 -
Household equipment 2,936 -
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Fund to which Amount due When due
Details liability relates (optional) (optional)
B5 Liabilities -
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Signed by one or two trustees on Date of
Signature Print Name
behalf of all the trustees approval
S. BURT Stephen Burt 22-Jan-25
A. RATCLIFFE Antony Ratcliffe 22-Jan-25
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