Our House Church Yateley Charity Number.. 1196812 Accounts For the year ended 31 December 2024
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From: 1st January 2024 To: 31 St December 2024 Charity name.. Our House Church Yateley Charfty registration number: 1196812 Objectives and Activitie8 SORP rnferBrbc8 Para1 17 Summary of the pury)oses of the charity as set OLrt in rts goveming document 1. To advan the Christian faith in accordance wrth the Statement of Beliefs. 2. To further Chnslian education. 3. To relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and presen good health by the provision of funds, goods or services. 4. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities in the interests of social weare for recreation or other leisure time occu ation. Advancin Christian Faith and Education Summary ofthe main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the a¢tr¥ities, proj6cts or services identified in the accounts. P8r4 1.170Th1 1.19 We meet on Sundays in Yateley Manor School Hall as well as running specific ents for Aduts, Yolrth and Kids. In addition, have Small Groups that meet in the homes of members of our Church and V provide fr88 acoss to Right Now Media where people can source teachings and trainings led by world class Christian Experts. We arANely encourage anyone from our Community, to participate in all actNIti&s. Relievin sickness hardshi s social welfare and romotin ood health We have a significant focus on helping people cope with the struggles of lrfe. In addition to this being addressed in the activilies mentioned above, we actively support more than 10 Charities locally and intemationall All Trustees have a copy of the Constitution. We review progress and idenlrfy opportunities to expand our Contribution and impact for public benefrt at Trustees Meetings and whenever ortunrties arise. Statement confiming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidan issued by the Charity Commission on publi benefit Para 1.18
Achievements and Perfornianco SORP reference Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the dtfference the harity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider beneffts to society as a vthole. Para 1.20 In 2024 our resources were splrt 50.'50 betsveen the two main activity areas listed above. A summary of the most important ones fdlow.. Ch su We provided signrficant financial, hands on and prayer support to more than 10 international and local tharrties International - Compassion (child vertyl, Samaritan's Purse (disaster relief). NatK)nal - Samaritans, Prostate Cancer UK, Crisis (financial 5UPPOrt to the homeless in London), Christian Vision for Men (expansion of Christian Faith amongst men in UK). L cal - Communtty Panty (so¢i81 welfare and foodbank in Yateley), Yeldall Manor (drug and alcohol rehabilitation ntre in Reading), Youth for Christ (outreach to youth and schools in Camberfey). Wision for Youlh (youth club in Yateley), Frogmore {children educational needs in Yateley), Mind, Homestart. Cowshed. Ad hoc- Food Boxes and support for Homeless at Christmas and responses to pressing needs such a5 fo(MJ voucher5 for families stwggling economi¢alty etc. Minlstrfes WÉ arranged and contributed financially to a number of spiritual, training and swal activities and events for three main groups.. 1. Women We offer a spread of events through the year each with a specffic purpose.. Our House Church women. We provide opportunities for women actively involved in our church to connect, build relationships, support one another and promote spiritual grovèth. In Aprll ran a free mentsl health day. We had various specialist speakers, provided lunch and were able to signpost attendees to further help. 42 women attended and Our House overed all costs Inse tember. we held a ladies event at
Oakwood Climbing Centre in Wokingharn. This was a retreat for women. The weekend included teaching, life stories and worshiping together. Around 40 wom8n attended. All Costs were covered by the tickets. In November we hosted a Christmas ¢rsft evening. 35 ladies attended and all money raised was donated to 'Ezra Charitable Trust,. A Charity supportir Homelessness. Christian outreach. Church members host their families and friends to event5 that rnay include guest speakers vtho share life stories and personal testimonies on the impact that their faith has had on their lives. Servin our communit . Popular events attendèd by women in our church and their guests that provide an opportunity to raise funds and awareness of local charities and 1r needs. 2. Men 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 subjeds relevant to men. We again hosted our annual Weekend Away at Sandyholme (YMCA), Studland. attended by 17 men split beeen church and non-church goers. Geoff M¢Donald, an intemational speaker on Mental Health spoke about his mental breakdown and encouraged the men to discuss and support one another in their personal battles. Another hjghly successful week8nd with the intention to extend tt from 3 to 4 days in 2025. The Mens, Ministry focused on tlIdIng lationships and making a difference will be even more important in these uncertain times and unexpected challenges. 3. Youth We run Iwo learning groups for children that take place during each Sunday service for one hour. Our younger children aged 3- 7 ears attend the 'The Den. and our older
children aged &12 years att8nd °The Cabin.. Each group have a dedic8ted room in which they meet. Both groups have a mix of indoor and outdoor activities. We aim to provrde a nurturing and engaging environment through scripture, art and craft activities and games where children can grow in their knowledge and understanding of God's love, develop personal relationship with Jesus, and live out their faith through practical examples of service. kindness, and compassion. We aim to create a wel¢oming. safe and inclusive Spa 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, impacting their families, friends, and their neighbourhood wilh His love. Other We hosted the Alpha Course, an int8mationally recognised evangelism course for people in our ¢ommunity. 11 people attended. We host soGial events (eg. Open Mic Nights) for the communty to build relationships and provide an affordable time out together. We provided support to social Ylfare initiatives at Christmas. Crisis at Christmas {financial support to the homeless in London). Christmas food boxes (we purchased, packed and delivered 25 fo¢>J hampers to share the love of Jesus with struggling families in Yateley. Our Pastor, Dav8 M*heeldon, meets regularfy with the leaders of other local churches in Yateley to share ideas and find ways to work effectively together for the good of our community. hilst Our House Church continues to expand in both numbers and influenc&, v are still a relatively small ¢hurch (circa 100 members + 30 children) and ha$ and will continue lo make a significant impact on the lives of people in our community irrespectrve as to whether they go to church or not. We are recognised as a place where people feel welcome, loved and cared for and our reputation in our communit as a church that makes a
difference continues to expand. Our aim is to go even further in 2025. Financial Revlew Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the eriod Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves statin wh the are held Arnount of reserves held Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materialty in deficit Explanation of any uncertainties about the chanty continuing as a going Crcern Para 1.21 Please see Independent Examiner's Report Para 1.22 Reserves are held to fur future activth'es or shtxffalls. Trustees are currently looking into how to invest reserves res onsibl 47,489.43 Para 1.22 Para 1.22 NIA Para 1.24 NIA Pva 1.23 No uncertainties, please see IndeFendent Examinerfs Report Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity'8 trust$= Type of governing document How is the charity constituted? Trustee selection methc¥Js including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to posl or name of any person or body entitféd to appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 Constitution P8ra 1.25 Charilabla Incorporated Organisation (CIO) Para 1.25 The Trustees met four times in 2024 to review expenditure, agree additional charitable needs and to review progress against our aims and objectiV88. There was no change in composition of the Trusteés in 2024 and all agreed to serve for a further year in 2025. Reference and Administratlve detsilg Chari name Other name the charit uses istered Charit number Chanly's principal address Our House Church Yatele 5187508 17 The Sett, Yatèley, GU46 6YF
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Trta• n•rne Offlce (If any} l)ate8 acted If not lor whole year Name of pernon {or body) eJ)tll•d to appoint trust•• Irf Karen IAlheeldon David Turnbull Paul Sweetland Debbie Sweetland Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of othern Description of the assets held in this capacity None Name and objects of th8 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 assèts NIA Declaratlons Slgnaturols> Full nam818) David Daizel Turnbull Position Chair Date
knde t Ex•mlnerfs r• rttstheTru s of Our House Y•t•l l Dec•mb•r X124 We Terttotht trustees on my L%amlnatlon of theac¢ountsof thJrHouse Chw¢h Yateleyfortheyeèr ded 3tst December2024. Re5pecll¥e responsibllitl•s of trust••5 and ex•nln•r Asthecharltvstrustees, you are respon51bleforthe prepafatlon of theattounts in acconlantewlth the requlrementsof the Chrftle5 Art20111"the kri. It151Jur responsibilltyto: Examlnethe accounts sertlon 145 ofthe 2011 Prt. Followthe protedures lald down In the General DIreclJn58ln tythe Charlty Comm1551oners Undersett)n 14515) Ibl of the2011 Act: and StateththhÈr partlcukryrmatters hfft come to ourattentlon. B•ds of Ind•pendentex•mlnqrf$ statem (rmInatIOn was taffied tyjt h) •ccordarKe wlth the Genwal Dlrecdwts 8l¥en bytr tharlty Commissloner5. An examlnatltsn includes • re¥iew of the accountlr¥ recorts kept bythp charltyand a comparlson of the accounts preseMÈd tse records. It also Indude5 Eonsiderarlon of any uwsual or dlsd05ures In the ¥ccounts ath4 steking explaMtion5frvm you astrustee5 corKemln8 anysuth matters. The edureS undertaken do not proNldèo11 the edence that would be rewked In an aud and consequerfty we do not e¥press •n alft op1rOrt on the view8l¥tn bythe accounts. IRd•pendenl ex•mln•rf5 Statement We have completed ourthxmination. We conflmithat rth) matervjl matter5 have rnet0 ourattentbn tn OvQl0 wlth our &Yamln8tton whkh 8l¥es us causeto belielethat In anymaterial respect: the accountln8 re¢ord5 were Mt kept In accordancewrth sectkn 130of the 2011 AL*,. thè accounts dld not ateor(I wlth the atcountlry records."or the acwjntsdld notcomptywlth theappllcable requlrementso)nttmin8the fomi•nd cLrtent ofaccounts setout in the Charttle5 tAThts and Rep)rtsl Re8ulati0Tr52008 othei than ary requlr•ment that the ac¢ounts8fve a true andfalrmewwhkh b nota matter consldered as part of an independent examinatlon. We have M concerns and comè across roother matteTS In connettton wlth the examlnatbn to whkh attention Should be driwn In order to enable a kyopervnderstsndlng of the BrUnts to be rexhed. ANlrew M5tchell AR Mchell &Co Ltd t/0 Mltchell& Co ChorteredAccountonts 16 Pollirt Helghty Mewissey, PL266Tr Date October 2025
Our House Church Yateley Balance Sheet 31 December 2024 2023 Bank Cash on hand Stripe 47,339.43 133.36 150.Tr) 26,443.41 159.86 Total bank and cash 47,622.79 26.603.27 Worshlp and sound assets- cost Less: Accumulated depreciatlon 14.903.65 10,547.57 12,305.66 8,380.82 Net Book Value of a5set5 4.356.08 3,924.84 Gift aid Accrual accrual 11.982.59 -396.00 -1,467.56 Total Assets 50,511.31 42,114.70 Reserves Reserves from Prlor year Net Income for the year 42,114.70 8,Cl)0.60 32.465.38 9,649.32 Reserves at 31 December 2023 50,115.30 42,114.70
Our House Church Yateley Income and Expenditure Account For the year ended 31 December 2024 2023 Income Tithing Gift aid Special collections 53,463.89 5,527.50 8.543.33 38,597.20 13,453.86 Total receipts 67,534.72 52,051.06 Expenditure.. Main Church Sunday Moming Rent Worship Staff Under 18 Ladies Events Mens Weekday groups Events Giftsl Outreach Charity donations Bank charges Suspence Depreciation -5,391.34 -1.139.99 -5,256.00 -1,092.00 -22,829.25 -1,238.08 -3,745.26 -1,920.21 -621.83 -583,04 -2,350.72 -10,808.61 -391.03 -3.435.21 -1,053.CKI 4,620.(K) -1.182.45 -17.500.94 -553.58 79.32 -1,277.30 -809.05 -2,158.92 -7,415.87 -15.57 -2,166.76 -1,700.53 Total expenditure -59,534.12 42.401.74 Net Income for the perlod 8,000.fA) 9.649.32