Gate of Heaven International Mlnlstrles No 3 First Avenue Hayes LondonUB3 2EQ United Kingdom OFHE Re ort of the Trustees The trustees have the pleasure of submitting the Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025. Ob'ects of the charlt The charity's principal charitable objective Is to advance the Chrlstian falth. To this end, It seeks to demonstrate the Christlan faith In actlon by belng a church in the communtties of Harrow and London. o¥ rnme The charity operates under a constitutlon adopted on 14 June 2022, which the trustees perlodical review to ensure It remain5 fit for purpose. Governance and Declslon-makln The trustees are responsible for all pollcy and operating declslons. They meet regularly to monltor the charlty's attlvltles. teeA Intme New trustees are appointed by existing trustees through a majority vote. All trustees serve without rernuneratlon. Atcountablll an ctlon Trustees must declare any conflict5 of interest, which are formalty recorded. Upon appointment, new trustees re1ve an Induction that covers thelr dutles and safe8uarding re5ponslbilities. ev The Church is not a bulldln& but a gathering of ordinary people of different ages and backgrounds, whose lives have been changed by jesus Christ, the Son of God. The New Testament reveals the Church as a community of people, properly taught and cared for, who by lovlng and serving Jesus Christ, we're also committed to love and care for each other and to bringlng a blessing to the area In which they live. Achle ments and Im act Gate of Heaven Internatlonal Ministries is a community of people from dlverse age5 and backgrounds who Eather to practice and live out the Chrlstian faith. Guided by New Testament principles, the church 5eek5 to provide spiritual care, mutual support, and practical assistance, wfrth the alm of benefiting both its members and the wider community. The trustees, elders, and member5 remain committed to advancing the Christian faith by demongtratlng It in action throu8h service, compassion, and community engagemenl. It is not alone in this.. it 15 one of many Churche5 in this country and all over the world that Is re-discovering ihe excitement of knowing jesus Christ. The vision 15 to See the people come into this experience of knowing jesus 85 their Lord. Saviour, and friend. Gale of Heaven Inlernalional Mini5trie$ Is a registered Chatty In ErvJlarKI Wale8 th charity registration nunber 1199304.
Gate of Heaven Intemational Minittrfes No 3 First Avenue Hayes LondDnU83 2EQ United Kingdom OFHE Durlng the year, the church dellvered a range of actwities that promoted spirf(ual growth, soclal inclusion, and community cohesion. These actlvitles provlded clear public benefit by supporting indlviduals, spiritLtal, emotional, and social well-being, particularly those who may be bsolated or facing personal challenge5. S Irltual develo ment and astoral ort The church regularly facilitated worship services, prayer meetlngs, 8lble studles, fasting and prayer sesslons, youth meetlngs, and small 8roup Batherlngs. These activities provided safe and SUPPOrte environments in which indlviduals were able to explore their falth, bulld p051tive relationshlps, and recelve pastoral care. As a result, partlcSpants experiented Increased spiritual confidence, strengthened personal resilience, and a greater sense of belonBlng wlthln the communltv. Soclal In I lon and comm nl utreach Open and accessible outreach activities were organlsed throughout the year to welcome newcomers and engage wlth indlvldua15 facing soclal or economic challenges. Through evangelism programmes, open worship services, and communlty-focused event5, the church supported inclusion by ensuring that all Indlvldua15 particularly those who are vulnerable or marglnalised felt welcomed, valued, and supported. Pra ort and acts f as lon Church members actively en8aBed In acts of servlce, Includlng vlsltlng those who were unwell, offerlng practical asslstance to individua15 in need, and providing splritual and emotional support through outreach inltlatlve5. These actlvltles contributed to improved well-bein8 for beneficiaries and helped dce isolation among vulnerable indlvlduals wlthln the local communlty. Communl en ment and artnershl The church h05ted a varlety of Inclusive events, Including joint worship night5 Wlth other churches, public prayer meetings. seasonal celebratioris, youth activlties, and soclal gatherings. The church premises were also made available for sports and recreation•l use by the public, promoting healthy Ilfestyles, soclal Interattlon, and stronger communlty connections. Publlc benefit In p1anninE and deliverln8 these activitle5, the trustees have had due regard to the Charity Commission's publlc benefit guidance. All activitie5 were undertaken in furtherance of the charity's objects and were open to the public, provldlng clear and demonstrable benefits to individuals and the wider community. Gate of He8ven Intetnèbonal Mlristrles ts a registe Chaiity In En¥and arKI We$ th tharity registratn number 1199304.
Gate of Heaven International Mlnlstries No 3 First Avenue Hayes LondonUB3 2EQ United Kingdom OFHÈ Flnanclal Revlew This reporting period constitutes the second annual review of the charlty, conducted in the context of ongoing global challenge5, includlng the COVID-19 pan(lemic. the Ga2a conflict, and the continuin8 hostilities in Ukralne. These crlses have materially affected the livelihoods of members of our local communlty, resulting in a heightened demand for the charity'5 5etvices. A5 a small charitable organization, we have been slBniflcantly impacted, partScularly in light of the risin8 Cost of Ilvin& whlth has further complicated the execution of our charitable oblective5. Notwlthstanding sub51antial flnancial constralnts and limited support from local government source5. the charlty successfully ralsed £8,252 during the financial year and incurred expenditures totalling £9,055, resulting in a deficlt of £803. This deflclt, however, does not fully alleviate the ongobng financlal pressure5, wlth the charity's total cash funds remaining In a deflcit position of £3,968. In view Of these challenges, any advice, Introductlons, or Buldance in securln8 grant funding would be most welcome. as additional resources would facilitate an expansion of the charlty's support to a broader segment of the communlty In need. Reserves Pollc The trustees have determined that the charlty fund is Ilmlted 50 used only for essentlal operatlons of the charity. The charlty15 complying wlth Its reserves pollcy. Rlsk Ststement The trustees have revlewed the rlsk5 exposed to a srnall charity operatlng with no employees. Appropriate procedures are In place to regularly Identify. monltor and review these risks. Cost of Uvln Crisis De5plte our commendable efforts to assist IndivSdua15 facing dlsadvantages and vulnerability in our communlty, the profound Impact of ihe cost-of-living crisis cannot be overlooked. We have diligently provided support, including weekly prayer5 accompanied by hot and cold meals and beverages. While the charity conternplates establishing a care facllity for the needy soon, 5ecurln8 funds has become an arduous challenge. Donors and local or8anizationslcounci15 are proving hesitant to contribute, and the escalating cost of living is slgnlficantly impeding the daily operatlons of the charlty. Gale of Heaven Intematiwal Min6lries Is a iegislereil Chaiity In E[larj and Wales with charity registralitr) numbw 1199304.
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rus ees annua for the period repor CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Peiiod stait date Peiiod end dale Charily name Gate of Heaven Intemalional Ministries Charity No Objectives and Activities SORP reference Summary ol the purposes ol the charilv as sel out in its governing document Sutnmary ol Ihe main activities In ielalion lo those purposes lor the public beiielil, in parliculdr, Ihe acliviiies. proiecls DI seivices Idenlilied in the aciounl5. Slaiemenl confirming wheihei Ihe Iruslees have had regard lo the guidance issued by the Charity (ommission on public benefit Paia 1.17 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Para 1.17 and 1.19 Attached hereto 15 the Report of the Trust. Pèra 1.18 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Additional infoimation (optional) You may choose lo include lurihei slaleFnenls where relevant about.. SORP reference Pala 1.38 Policy on grani making NIA Policy on social inveslmenl Including program related Investment Para 1.38 NIA (onlribulion tnade by volunteers Para 1.38 NIA oihei NIA (hafily AC(ounis iernplaie5 Trustees, annual repofl loi Ihe peiKJd Otlober 2016
2 018 Achievements and Performance SORP reference Para 1.20 Summary ol Ihe main achievements ol the chaiily. idenlilying the dilleience Ihe charity's work has made lo the (ircumslances ol ils beneliciaiies and ai)y widei benefits lo society ès a whole. Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Additional inf oimation (optional) YDU may choose lo Include further slaiemenls where relevant about.. SORP reference Palè 1.41 Achievements against obje(lives sel Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Perloimèn(e ol fundraising aclivilie5 again51 obieclives sel Para 1.41 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Inve51menl perlortn8nce against objectives Paia 1.41 NIA Other NIA Charity Aiiounls templates- Iiusiees, annual rept lof the peiiod October 2016
3018 Financial Review SORP referenie Pala 1.21 Review ol the charity's linancial POs11ion al the end ol Ihe period 518lemenl expla1ning the policy lor holding reserves slating why Ihey are held Amount ol reserves held Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Para 1.22 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Para 1.22 Attached herelo is the Report of the Trust. Reason5 Iof holding zero ieseives Para 1.22 Altached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Details ol fund maleiially in delicil Para 1.24 Atlached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Explanèlion ol any unceilainlies boul the charity continuing as a going concern Pala 1.23 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Additional information (optional) You may ch005e lo Include further 51è1emenls where relevant about., SORP reference The charity's principal sources 01 funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Altached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Inve51tneftl policy and objectives including any social Investment policy adopted A description ol Ihe principal risk5 lacing the chaiily Par8 1.46 NIA Para 1.46 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Other Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. charily Accoun15 ietnplale5- Trusiees, annual iepDtI h)[ the peiiod october 2016
structure, Governance and Management Description of charity'5 trusts: SORP reference Para 1.25 Type ol goveining document Constitution How 15 Ihe charity con51iluled? Para 1.25 cio Tiuslee selection tneihods including details ol any conslilulional piovision5 e.g. ele(Iion lo post 01 name ol any person 01 body eniiiled lo appoinl one or more IIu51ees Paia 1.25 Attached hereto is the Report of the Trust. Additional i nformation (optional) You may choose lo Include further slalemen15 where ielevanl oboul.. SORP relerence Pafa 1.51 Policies and procedures adopted lor the induciion and Ifaining ol Iruslees NIA The charity's organisalional slrucluie and any wider network with which the charity woiks Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 NIA Para 1.51 NIA Other NIA (harily Accoun15 letnpl&es- Trustees, annual rep(Kl loi the period Ociober 2016
5 018 Reference and Administiative details Charity naffle Other name the chaiity use5 Gate of Heaven International Ministries NIA Regi51ered charily number Charity's principal addiess 1199304 No 3 First Avenue Hayes LondonUB3 2EQ United Kingdom Names ol the charity tiuslees who manage the chaflty olflce111 iTry} Dates acted11 not lor whole year Twustee name Name ol person (or body) entiiled io appolnt tiustee111 any} MR. MATHEW JAYASEELAN THEIVENDIPIM MR. MATHEW JAYASEELAN MS. ANTONITA 3UMATHY TON MS. mARYvI1I 8RINAVILN5 MR.JOSHUA MATHEW JAYASEELAN 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Charily Accounts iemplaies- Tiuslee5' annual iep(Kl loi the peiiod October 2016
6018 Reference and Administiative details (cont) Corpoiate trustees - names of the director5 at the date the report wa5 approved Director name Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity TTUStee name ales acted il not for whole year charity AC(ounis le[nales- Trustees, annual iepoii loi the period October 2016
7018 Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Desciiplion ol the assets held In this capacity Name and objecls ol the charily on whose behalf the assets ale held and how this falls wilhin the cuslodiafi charity's objects Details ol ariangemenls toi sale custody and segregation o15uch S5els from the chaiily's own éssels Additional inf ormation (optional) Names and addresse5 of advisers (Optional information) Type of adviser Name Address Name of chief executive or names ot senior stalf Members (Optional information) Exemptions from disclosure Reason lor non-disclosure ol key personnel delai15 other optional information charily Accounts iernplates Tiustee5' annual report loi the period October 2016
IMARtIYmMW55MIM F[tWIlDlWIIEs Charlty Nm•: GATEOF HEAVE14 INTeiitriATIONAL hUNISTRIES F40 Illanyl 11993Q4 CC16a Receipts and payments accounts For th• p•rlod from 01Apr-24 31-Mar-25 Section A Receipts and payments Unrostrlttèd fund# Restricted funds Tolal lund$ La&t y1 Endowrn4nt fun lo thD n4rn•t£ tothi nur•rt¢ toth• n••m•tt Al Rgul OonaliW88n¢ 1.•23 n¢om• or AR) •J02 62 (#•• tsbhl. A3P• 47•J 2,246 172 AthTlniJtfalVè•X Evan 121 Sub total A4 A$8•1 and In¥•stm•nt 167 PEE rnèn Sub tol#l 9.D5LI 8.714 Netof receIp(paYMentsj A6 Trnnsf•rn b*1w funds A8 C•8h funds la•tyeqr and Cash fun(ts this y•or end B03 1966 3.•68 CCXX Rl accounts ISSI 1310W2028
Section B Statement of assets and liabilitles at the end of th8 period UOI0sIrfGtd lunds Ro$iilctd Fibnd5 En¢Jowiil•tyt C•t•garl¢s 00ts115 81 C•%b lurld Totsl Gash lurJrf¥ Unr¢•trfct•d fuDd• Rfrtrktqd lunds Endowm•nl funds P3 Other mon•t•ry •Bs•ts to whl¢h 1 CostlopliOMI) Datalls 83 Investm•nl 4S88tk Pvnd io wN¢h A•4•1 01 {oplionall Cwr•rf•J•lu• tlo D&tall$ 84 Ass¢t8 r8toln•d for th charity's own u Fund labl¥ Qetalts Llabllilles byon•orA)Itru8t008 C ,01 v)e trullléas £. R2 oJun Iss)
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examiner's Report Report lo the trustees GATE OF HEAVEN INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES On account8 for the year ended 31 MARCH 2025 Charity no Ilf any 1199304 Set out on pages I report to Ihe trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above chanty ('the Trust'> for the year ended 3110312025 As the charity's trustees, you ar8 responsible for the preparation of the accounts in a¢¢ordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act ). Responslbllities and bagls of report 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 all Ihe applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5llb) of lh8 Act. IER Oct 2018
Independent tThe charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 and l am qualified to examiner's statemant undertake the examination by being a qualified rnember of linsert name of applicable listed bodyll. Delete I l if not appliGable. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have ome to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below ') which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect.. the accounting records were nol kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act. or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the aGGounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the fomi and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement thal the accounts give a 'true and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to 8nable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete th8 words in the br8Gkets rf they do not apply. Slgned: Date: Nam8: Mr J Anthon Relevant profe8slonal qualifi¢atlonl81 or body (if anyl: FCCA Addre$8: 19 Ossulbury Lane Aylesbury Buckinghamshire HP19 9DW Section B Disclosure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concem (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts.. directions and guidan¢e for examiners). IER Oct 2018
Give her• brief detalls of any Items that the examlner wishes to disclose. No material concerns or issues have been identifi'ed in relation to the financial position of Gate of Heaven International Ministries. IER Oct 2018