Our House Church Yateley Charity Number.. 1196812 Accounts For the year ended 31 December 2023
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From: 1&t January 2023 To: 31 St December 2023 Charity nama: Our House Church Yateley Charfty registration number: 1196812 Objectives and Activities SORP retwence P8r¥ 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its gov8ming d[Ument 1. To advan the Christian faith in accordance with the Statement of Beliefs. 2. To further Christian education. 3. To relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the wovision of funds. goods or $eNices. 4. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the int8rests of soaal weifare for recreation or other leisure time occu ation. Advancin Christian Faith and Educatron Sumrnary of the main activities in relation to those wrpose5 for the public benefrt, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts. Para 1.17 an¢ 1.19 We meet most Sundays in Yateley Manor School Hall as well as running specific events for Adums, Youth and Kids. In addition, we have Small Groups that meet in the homes of members of our Church 8nd we provide fe access to Right N¢xv Media where people can source teachings and trainings led by worfd class Christian Experts. We actively encourage anyone from our Community, to participate in all activities. Relievin sickness hardshi s social welfare and romotin ood hearth We have a significant focus on helping pèople cope with the struggles of life. In addttion to this being addressed in the activities mention8d above. actively support more than 10 Charities locally and intemationall All Trustees have a copy of the Constitution. Vve review progress and identify opportunitiès to expand our contribution and impact for public benefit at Trustees Meeting and whenever ortunit*s arise. Statement confimiing whether the trustees hav8 had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18
Achievements and Performance SORP reference Summary of the main achlevernents of the charity, identifying the difference the charrty's work has made to the circumstances of it$ benefioaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. P8ra 1.20 In 2023 our resources were split 50.'50 between the two main activity areas listed above. A summary of the most important ones follow: Charf We provided significant financial, hands on and prayer support to more than 10 Intemational and local charities International - Compassion (child poverty), Samaritan's Purse (disaster reliefj arKI Turkey-syria Earthquake Appeal. Local - Yateley Panty (social welfare and foodbank in Yateley), Yeldall Manor (drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre in Reading), Youth for Christ (outreach to youth and schools in Camberley), Wision for Youth (youth ¢lub in Yateley). Ezra (homeless in Camberley), Frogmore (children educational needs in Yaleley). Adh - Food Boxes and support for Homeless at Christmas and responses to pressing needs such as food vouchers for families struggling economically etc. Ministrle8 We 8rranged and contributed financially to a number of spiritual, training and soGial activities and events for Ihree main groups.. 1. Women We offer a spread of events through year each with a specific purpose.. Our House Church women. We provide cyportunrties for women actively involved in our church to connect, build relationships, support one another and promote spiritual grovhh. In September, y held a ladie$ event at Oakwood Climbing Centre in WOnghaM. This was a retr8at for woman in our church to have a day and night away listening to testimonies and worshiping together. Around 20 women attended. All costs covered by the tickets and th8 profrt donated to Oakwood Charitable Trust. Christian OLrtreach. Church members host their families and friends to events that ma include U8St s akers vtho
share lrfe stories and personal testimonies on the impact that their faith has had on their lives. In June, we hosted 'Beauty from Ashes,. aftemoon tea wth a highly engaging speaker Sarah Seldon. The cost for this event was covered in the ticket pri. Around 35 women attended, with around 500h being non<hur¢h memt*rs. Servln our communi Powlar events attended by women in our church ar their guests that provide an opportunity to raise funds and awareness of local charities and their needs. In March we held a Well Woman Day with gu6St speakers discussing health subjects like menopause, east heatth and g8n8ral well-being. The ticket profft from this event wa$ donated to Menopause Support CIC and Breaslcancer Now. 65 women attended, ryth around 60% being non- thurch memb8rs. In November, we held a Christmas craft and Gharity event at Yateley Industries. Christmas bottle decorations vRre made whilst raising funds for Yateley Industries Charrty. Of the 40 women attendees around 50% were nonrfhurch members. 2. M8n We meet for breakfast on the first Saturday of every month and run various social events such as snooker and ten-pin bowling to build relationships, support one another and to discuss spiritual and topical subjects relevant to men. l+Ve again hosted our annual Weekend Away at Sandyholme (YMCA), Studland, attended by 22 men split equ8lly beeen church and non-¢hurch goers. Major General {Retired} Tirn Cross spoke on 'Morally Courageous Lèadership" challenging men to consider their personal morals and have the courage to change. In October, well known speaker and author of th8 book"Thief, Prisoner, Soklier, Pfiest.. Paul Cowley, spoke M hi8 dramatic life exFeriences in his pursurt of freedom from crime. The event was free of char e
and attended by 40 men from our community most of whom do not go to church. The Mens, Ministy focused on building relationships and making a drfference will be even more important in these uncertain times and unexpected Ghallenges. 3. Youth We run Iwo learning groups for chihyren that take place during each Sunday service for one hour. Our younger children aged 3- 7 years attend the "The Den. and our older children aged 8-12 years attend 'The Cabin.. Each group have a dedicated room in which they meet. Both groups have mix of indoor and OLrtdoor aclivities. We aim to provide a nurturing and engaging environment through scripture. art a4 craft activities and games where children can grow in their knovAedge and understanding of God's love, develop a personal relationship with Jesus, and live out their faith through practical examples of service. kindness, and compassion. We aim to create 8 welcoming, safe and inclusive space for every child in our care and encourage empathy and respect regardless of differences, backgrounds, or special requirements for leaming where they feel loved, valued, and equipped to live as disciples of our Lord Jesus, impa¢ting their families. friends, and their neighbourhood with His love. Other We host social events (eg. Open Mic Nights) for the communty to build relationships and provide an affordable time oui together. We provided support to social YRlfare initiatives at Christma8. Crisis at Christmas (financial support to the homeless in London). Christmas food boxes (we purchased, packed and delivered 25 food hampers to Share the love of Jesus with Blruggling families in Yateley. Our Pastor, Dave l•Wheeldon, meets regularly ¥Mth the leaders of other local churches in Yateley lo share ideas and find ways to work effectively together for the good of our communty.
Vhilst still a relatively smai church (cir¢a 50 members) Our House Yateley has and 11 continue to make a significant impact on the lives of peoFl8 in our communty Irrespedive as to whether they go to church or not. We are recognised as a place where people feel welcome, loved and cared fw and our reputation in our community as a church that makes a difference Continues to expand. Our aim is to go even further in 2024. Financial Revlew Review Of the charity's financial position at the end of the riod Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves statin are held Amount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero resenies Details of fund materially in defictt Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern Par8 1.21 Please See Independent Examinerfs Report P•ra 1.22 Reserves are held to fund future activities or shortfalls. Trustees 8re currently looking into how to invest reserves res onsibl £42.115 NIA Para 122 Par8 1.22 Para 1.24 NIA P8r4 1.23 No uncertainties, please see Independent Examiner's ReF(Jrt structure. Governance and Management Description of charrly's trusts.. Type of governing document How is the charty constituted? Trustee selection methods induding details of any constitutional provisions e.g. eleclion lo po81 or name ot any person or body entitled to app)in* one or more trustees P•ts 1.25 Constitution P•r• 125 Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) PBra 1.25 The Trustees met four times in 2023 to review expenditure, agree additional dBritable needs and lo review progres$ against our aims and objectives. There wag no change in composition of the Trustees in 2023 and all agreed to serve for a further year in 2024. Reference and Administrative details Charit name Other name the Cha ' use8 istered charit number Charity's principal a¢JJress Our House Church Yatele 5187508 17 The Sett, Yateley, GU46 6YF
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Trust00 rm0 Offlce Ilf any) D•to& acted rf not for whok year Namo of porson lor body) •ntitled to appolnt trustee lif an Karen eeIdon David Turnbul Paul Sweetland Debbie Sweetland Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the ass8ts held in this capaciiy None Namè and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity's objeds NIA Detsils of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets NIA Declarations Signature(s) Full namels Oavid Dalzel Turnbull Position Chair Date 17th October 2024
Ind• ndert Examlnqrfs r• rt to the Trustees ofour Trlouje Churth Y For the ar ended 31 December 2023 We report th¢trustee$On my èmarninth olthe Kwunts ofour House Chwfh Y•tel¢yfrrtheyear ended 3tst Deomber 2023. As the thartystrust•es, you are responsible for the prep•r8tknn ofthe accounts In rdance wlth the equlrementsofthe CharttlesAct 2011171 Acri. It Is our rsp(Thibllty to.. Examlne the accounts und•rse¢iion 145 of the 2011 kL' Followthe ptotedure5 lakl dLwn In General DlreclloN Oven bythÈ Char Comrnts51oners under secuon 145151 Ibl of the 2011 Art; and Stal• whetherrtkuk4r mattern have Corne tOlMYattentlo B•51s of IndewKl•rtwmln•rfs ststement ¢)Jr examlnatkin wa5 out In attordoru rfththe General DIrtil$sl tythe Chwtty Commts5k>nws. An mInatOn Indudes a reVW of the aUntIng re$ kept by the dwrlty •nd a comparf50n of the accounts presènted wSth those records. Ita150 Indudes cOreratIon of any unusual IlÈms ordlsdosures In the accounts and seÈklng e¥pkrynatlons from you as trustee5 concemlnÈ anyswh matttr5. The procodwes uThJertaken do not pr¢Nde all the evldencethat would be requlred In an INt. •nd consequent we do not wr•ss an audli Dplnknon thè vlewgl¥en bythe accoun Independ•ht wmlnerfs slai•m•nt We have (ompfeted ourtxamlnatlon. We c4Jnfinn th no mat•rtal matters have come to tyJratt¢ntlon In ronnecdonwth o examlnth knthich Bive5 us cause to belleve th In any matsrlal respe¢ the atcountln8 remrdswer not kept In •ccord•nc• wh sectlon l>)of the 2011k theaccounts dld not •¢cord wth the accoing record5,' or the accott5 dld Mtcomptywlth the applkable requirnments con¢ernlrytheform ind ontent of accounts 5etout Inthe Ctharftle5 (Accounts and Reports) Reavlat#)n$ 2 otherthan any requlrementthatthe att¢jUrrt5g a true and faIre which 15 nota matter p)nsldered as part of an Independert eyAmlr)atlDn. Wo nDconcerns and have wne au055 no other mattèrs In ¢onneLlkJnwFththe eNaminatJon to whlch attentlon shId be drawn In orderto enable a proper understandtN of the 3(rountsto be Te•ched. Andrew Mltchell A R Mchell & Co Ltd t/a Mltthell& Co ChorteredAccountants October 2024
Our House Church Yateley Balance Sheet 31 December 2023 2022 Bank Cash on hand 26,443.41 159.86 30,256.92 144.40 Total bank and cash 26,603.27 30.401.32 Worshlp and sourKJ a55et5- Cost Less.. Accumulated depreciatlon 12,305.66 8,380.82 8,744.35 6,680.29 Net Book Value of assets 3.924.84 2,064.06 Gift aid Accrual Rent accrual 11,982.59 -396.LNJ o. Total Assets 42,114.70 32,465.38 Reserves Reserves from Prior year Net Income for the year 32,465.38 9,649.32 31.268.36 1,197.02 Reserves at 31 December 2023 42,114.70 32,465.38
Our House Church Yateley Income and Expenditure Account For the year ended 31 December 2023 2022 Income Bank 36.912.20 1,685.Q) 13,453.86 32.432.63 2,265.00 Cashbox Gift aid Total recelpts 52.051.06 34697.63 Expendlture: Maln Church Sunday Morning Rent Worship Staff Youth Womans Men'sgroups Small Groups Events Gifts and Outreach Charity donations Bank charges Depreciation of sound equipment -3,435.21 -1,053.rxJ 4.620.00 -1,182.45 -17,500.94 -553.58 79.32 -1,277.30 -2.709.96 -884.52 4.290.00 -780.70 -14,743.42 475.05 -214. 71 -167.08 -223.99 -iii.io -1.316.89 -6.169.69 -809.05 -2,158.92 -7,415.87 -15.57 -1.700.53 -1.413.51 Total expenditure 42,401.74 -33,500.62 Net Income for the perlod 9,649.32 1,197.01