Evangelical Walking Church
Charity No 1196231
ANNUAL TRUSTEES REPORT AND ANNUAL ACCOUNTS
For the Year Ending 31[st ] May 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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| Reference and Administrative Details |
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| Trustees Annual Report | 4 |
| Independent Examiner’s Report | 8 |
| Receipts and Payments Accounts | 10 |
| Statement of Balances | 11 |
| Notes to the Annual Accounts | 12 |
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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTARTION
Charity Name: Evangelical Walking Church
Charity Registration Number: 1196231
Principal Office: 97 Elmdale Crescent BIRMINGHAM B31 1SP
Registered Office: 97 Elmdale Crescent BIRMINGHAM B31 1SP
Current Trustees: Mrs Jeanine Ndaya N’Kallo Mr Makoba Kyandwe Kadicha Rev. Serge Muteba N’Sapu
Trustees retired: Ms Estefania Tinto Kiawete
Independent Accountants: Ethnic Minority Resource Centre Suite 4.6, 4th Floor
Standard Buildings 94 Hope Street Glasgow, G2 6PH
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Trustees’ Annual Report
For the Year Ended 31[st] May 2022
The trustees have pleasure in presenting their report together with the financial statements and the independent examiner’s report for the year ended 31[st] May 2022.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Constitution
Evangelical Walking Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, registration number 1196231. All its affairs are governed by the Board of Trustees as stipulated in the constitution of Evangelical Walking Church, which was adopted on 21/10/2021.
Appointment of Trustees
Trustee members are appointed by Annual General Meeting established by the constitution. An induction programme for any new members will takes place at which training, and governance support is given to ensure that Trustee members are familiar with the Charity's values, aims and responsibilities in their role as designated trustees of the charity.
Charitable purposes
The advancement of religion
Objectives
The objective of The Evangelical Walking Church is to advance the Christian religion by:
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Promotion of the Christian faith through worship, teaching and associated with religious services and activities, including.
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The relief of poverty amongst church members and the general public, especially in the United Kingdom but also,
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Other parts of the world as the Trustees may decide.
Types of Activities
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1) It makes grants, donations, loans, and gifts to individuals.
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2) It makes grants, donations, or gifts to organisations.
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3) It provides human resources.
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4) It provides buildings/facilities/open space. 5) It provides services.
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6) Provides advocacy/advice/information.
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7) Sponsors and undertake research.
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8) Acts as an umbrella or resource body.
Beneficiary Groups
- General public and all mankind.
The main Activities and Achievements
We had our AGM on the 10st of December 2021 and the accounts been submitted to the members.
The following is the chairman's report for June 2021 to May 2022.
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1) There were no regular church services every week as usual throughout the year under review due to lockdown caused by COVID - 19.
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2) From April 2021 the church continued with the services through ZOOM and YouTube.
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3) In Summer 2021, the church had some days as the lockdown was eased to allow church meetings in physically while observing all the COVID19 rules.
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4) During the period under review, the church was not able to host the special Youth Meeting physical but through ZOOM.
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5) We also missed the Passover Conference due to COVID - 19.
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6) Also we could not organise annual Conference for all individuals in the city of Leeds as planned; this campaign aims to bring restoration to all people in this city. The campaign is directed to touch one’s family, relationship, spirituality and so much more.
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7) Other activities conducted outside our normal Sunday service during the year are: - Children Sunday class, youth groups, Ladies meeting, Men’s fellowship, prayer groups, we conducted special Sunday services like Mothers and Father’s Day, Children Sunday service, Youth Sunday service, Good Friday service, and a New year crossover service.
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Financial Review
The accounts have been prepared on a Receipts and Payments basis and in accordance with the applicable Accounting Standards, Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting Reporting by charities (SORP 2005) and applicable accounting standards and the charities Acts 1993.
Financial performance:
Our financial performance was significantly weak compared to the previous year due to COVID – 19 as a result we could not meet our planned goals. The failure for church not meeting in physical led to many members not been able to make their normal donations as in the previous years. Hope these financial challenges will easy out when the COVID – 19 restrictions are lifted, and church members can physically meet which can boost our donations. The grant from the city council and support from church members have been a source of revenue for the year under review.
Reserve Policy
The trustees’ policy is to establish and maintain a reserve that can meet at least 3 months of our normal operating costs. Now, the trustees make sure that any finances that remain are held in the charity account to build up our future reserve according to the charity objectives.
Risk Management
First a special meeting called to discuss any special project. Committee members made aware of any risks involved. Once the Funding secured only then project will be approved.
Plans for the Future Period
The church plans to help and bring many people to Christ and support them out of financial difficulties for example Asylum seekers, destitute, students and older people who finds it difficult to use the public transport to come to Sunday service and other meetings.
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above on 30th August 2021, and signed on their behalf by:
Rev Serge Muteba N'sapu
Chairman
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Independent Examiner’s Report
For the Year Ended 31st May 2022
Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Evangelical Walking Church.
I report on the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31st May 2022, which are set out on pages 9 to 12.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of the Charities’ Act 2011 and the Charities Accounts Regulations 2008. The charity’s trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1) (d) of the 2006 Regulations does not apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under section 449(1) (c) of the 2005 Act and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner’s statement
My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulation 11 of the 2006 Regulations. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeks explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently, I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: -
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Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect, the requirements: -
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To keep accounting records in accordance with section 44(1) (a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006 Regulations, and
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To prepare Accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with Regulation 9 of the 2006 Regulations (as amended)
Have been met
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- In my opinion, the Board of trustees has satisfactory met all the above requirements.
25/05/2023
Mr. Peter Sama Suite 4.6, 4th Floor Standard Buildings 94 Hope Street Glasgow, G2 6PH
Relevant professional qualifications and body
CPA – Qualified Accountant ACCA – Part Qualified Accountant ACIE – Affiliate Member
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Statement of Receipts and Payments For the Year Ended 31st May 2022
| Receipts | Note | Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total for 2022 |
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| Voluntary Receipts: | ||
| Donations | 10,304 - 10,304 |
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| Receipts from Charitable Other Receipts - Gift Aid |
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| Total Receipts | 10,304 10,304 |
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| Payments Cost of Fundraising |
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| Cost of Charitable Activities Grants and Donations Governance Costs Purchase of Equipment Purchase of Fixture and Fittings Total Payments Surplus/(Deficit) for the year Transfer between funds Surplus/ (Deficit) for the year |
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9,764 - 9,764 - - - 540 - 540 - - - - - - |
| 10,304 - 10,304 |
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The Notes on Pages 11 and 12 form an integral part of these accounts
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Statement of balances
As at 31st May 2022
| Statement of balances As at 31st May 2022 |
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| Funds Reconciliation | Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total 2022 |
| Cash at Bank & in Hand - 01/06/2021 Surplus/(Deficit) for the year Cash at Bank & In Hand |
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| Bank and Cash Balances Bank Deposit Account |
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| Bank Current Account | - - - |
| Other Assets (Unrestricted Fund) Cash in Hand Equipment at cost: |
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| Music equipment | - - - |
| Repair Work - Fixture and Fitting Fixture & Fitting: Office Chairs Asco Extinguishers Totals Chairs GRAND TOTAL |
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Liabilities (Unrestricted Fund)
The church had no Liability as at 31st May 2022 and all funds were
The Notes on pages 11 & 12 form integral part of these accounts
Approved by the trustees on the 31th May 2022 and signed on their behalf
Rev. Serge Muteba N’Sapu
Chairperson
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Notes to the Accounts - For the Year Ended 31st May 2022
1. Basis of Accounting
These assounts have been prepared on the Receipts and Payment basis in accordance with the Charities & Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as
2. Nature and purpose of funds
During the year under review the Forum's managed to raise funds from both sources, namely; unrestricted and restricted, and were all used at the discretion of the trustees. The Forum raised funds for donations to various organisations. All the funds received were wholly and exlusively used for pursuit and furtherance of the Form's objects as stipulated in its constitution.
Restricted funds may only be used for specific purposes. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for specific purpose. During the period under review, the Forum did receive restricted funds.
3.Related Party Transactions
There was no remuneration paid to any charity trustee or to any person connected to a trustee during the year.
4. Grants Received
There was no any grant received by the Mission during the year under review.
| Total Telephone Light & Power General Travelling Expenses Refreshment Computer Expenses Repair & Renewal Printing, Stationery & Postage Guest Speaker, Conference & Seminars Christmas Party and Cross Over Events Volunteer Allowance Donations Received Rent Staff Welfare 5. Cost of Charitable Activities |
Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total for 2022 |
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| 10,304 - 10,304 - - - - - - |
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| 10,304 - 10,304 |
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| Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total for 2022 |
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| 578 - 578 1,350 - 1,350 388 - 388 454 - 454 3,000 - 3,000 879 - 879 304 - 304 650 - 650 402 - 402 58 - 58 1,701 - 1,701 - - - |
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| 9,764 - 9,764 |
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Notes to the Accounts - For the Year Ended 31st May 2022
6. Grants & Donations made
There were grants and donations made during the period, as follows:-
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Unrestricted Restricted Total for
funds funds 2022
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7. Governance Costs
Annual Accounts & AGM 200 - 200
Independence Examination 240 - 240
Legal Advice 100 - 100
540.00 - 540.00
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8. Transfers between funds
There was no any transfer of funds from either unrestricted or restricted funds.
9. Funds collected for other charities
There was no any fund collected on behalf of other charities during the period under i
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