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2025-06-30-accounts

Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 01/07/2024 Period start date To 30/06/2025 Period end date

Charity name: THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Charity registration number: 1199477

Objectives and Activities

SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of
the charity as set out in its
governing document		 Para 1.17 The Charity exists to promote and advance the
Christian faith for the benefit of the public, in
line with the Church’s Statement of Faith.
It does this by organising prayer meetings and
worship services, as well as producing and
sharing materials that communicate the
teachings of Christianity.
Through these activities, the charity aims to
educate, inform, and inspire the public,
encouraging a deeper understanding of and
engagement with the Christian faith.
Summary of the main
activities in relation to those
purposes for the public
benefit, in particular, the
activities, projects or
services identified in the
accounts.		 Para 1.17 and
1.19		 The Charity conducts several religious
activities, including:
Christian prayer and worship
The Church holds regular prayer meetings
and worship services throughout the week,
including Sundays. These gatherings are
open to both members of the Church and
the wider community, and are consistently
well attended, providingopportunities for
collective worship, spiritual growth, and
community engagement.
2. Christian education and awareness
The Church provides a variety of educational
programmes and activities aimed at promoting
understanding of the Christian faith. These
initiatives support the spiritual development of
members while also offering opportunities for
the wider community to learn about
Christianity in an accessible and engaging way.
3. Community outreach and public
engagement
The Charity conducts regular outreach
activities designed to connect with and serve
the wider community. These initiatives help
increase awareness of the Charity’s work,
encourage public participation, and promote
the Christian faith in a welcoming, inclusive,
and accessible manner
Statement confirming
whether the trustees have
had regard to the guidance
issued by the Charity
Commission on public
benefit		 Para 1.18 We confirm that the trustees have had due
regard to the guidance issued by the Charity
Commission in carrying out the Charity’s
activities and in furthering its purposes.

Additional information (optional)

You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38

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Policy on social investment
including program related
investment
Para 1.38
Contribution made by
volunteers
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Achievements and Performance

SORP reference
Summary of the main
achievements of the charity,
identifying the difference the
charity’s work has made to
the circumstances of its
beneficiaries and any wider
benefits to society as a
whole.		 Para 1.20 The Charity continued to deliver a range of
activities aimed at advancing the Christian faith
within the local community, while also
providing spiritual guidance and support.
Through these efforts, the Charity sought to
promote understanding of Christianity and
encourage wider public engagement..
Weekly Worship and Evangelism
The Charity held regular weekly worship
services, alongside ongoing evangelistic
activities. This included the distribution of
informational leaflets to local households,
inviting members of the public to attend
services and encouraging greater awareness of
and participation in the Christian.

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Bible Teaching and Christian Training
The Charity organised structured Bible
teaching and Christian training
programmes, open to both members and the
wider community. These sessions were
designed to deepen understanding of
Christian teachings, support spiritual
growth, and guide individuals in their
personal faith journey.
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Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

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Achievements against
objectives set Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising
activities against objectives
set Para 1.41
Investment performance
against objectives Para 1.41
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Other

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s
financial position at the end
of the period		 Para 1.21 YES
Statement explaining the
policy for holding reserves
stating why they are held		 Para 1.22 YES
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22
Reasons for holding zero
reserves		 Para 1.22
Details of fund materially in
deficit		 Para 1.24
Explanation of any
uncertainties about the
charity continuing as a going
concern		 Para 1.23

Additional information (optional)

You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

The charity’s principal
sources of funds (including
any fundraising)		 Para 1.47
Investment policy and
objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted		 Para 1.46

A description of the principal Para 1.46 risks facing the charity Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s
trusts:		 TRUST
Type of governing document
(trust deed, royal charter)
Para 1.25		 Trust deed
How is the charity
constituted?
(e.g unincorporated
association, CIO)		 Para 1.25 CIO - FOUNDATION
Trustee selection methods
including details of any
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more
trustees		 Para 1.25 Name of any person or body entitled to
appoint one
Additional information (optional)
You may choose to include further statements		 where relevant about:
Policies and procedures
adopted for the induction
and training of trustees		 Para 1.51
The charity’s organisational
structure and any wider
network with which the
charity works		 Para 1.51
Relationship with any related
parties		 Para 1.51
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY
Other name the charity uses
Registered charity number 1199477
Charity’s principal address 27 OLD GLOUCESTER STREET
LONDON
WC1N 3AX

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any)		 Dates acted if not for whole
year		 Name of person (or body) entitled
to appoint trustee(if any)
ELIZABETH ABOSEDE Davies Chair
DABOIKIABO DAVIES
Oluwarotimi Elton Kaleb Ehinmoti

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets N/A held in this capacity Name and objects of the N/A charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity’s objects Details of arrangements for N/A safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity’s own assets

Additional information (optional)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of Name Address adviser Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

Other optional information

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) [ELIZABETH ABOSEDE Davies ] Full name(s)[ELIZABETH ABOSEDE Davies ] Position (eg Secretary, Chair Chair, etc) Date 14/04/2026

Registered Charity number:1199477

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR 30th of June 2025

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts For the year 30th of June 2025

Contents

Page
Information Page 1
Trustee Report 2
Accountants' report 3
Statement of Financial Activities 4
Statement from Financial Position 5
Notes 6-7

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts For the year 30th of June 2025

Registered Charity Number 1199477

Trustees

ELIZABETH ABOSEDE Davies DABOIKIABO DAVIES Oluwarotimi Elton Kaleb Ehinmoti

Accountants

RONZL ACCOUNTANTS LTD 305A WELLINGBOROUGH ROAD NORTHAMPTON NN1 4EW

Registered Address

27 OLD GLOUCESTER STREET LONDON WC1N 3AX

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts For the year 30th of June 2025

STATEMENT OF TRUSTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Household of Mercy is a registered charty in England and Wales under charity number 1199477 on 28th of June 2022

The trustees of The Household of Mercy are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Account Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which gives a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure of the charitable company of that period.

In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to:

1.Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently

2.Observe the methods and principles in the Charity SORP

3.Make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent

4.Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charitable company will cotinue in business.

The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and regulation made under Section 154 of the act,The Charity (Accounts and Reports)Regulation 2008 and the provisions of the Trust Deed. They are responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Approved by order of the board of trustees

ELIZABETH ABOSEDE Davies

07/04/2026

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts For the year 30th of June 2025

ACCOUNTANTS REPORT

We have prepared the financial statements of The household of Mercy for the year ended 30th of June 2025 in accordance with the financial reporting framework of United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice

This report is made solely to the charitable trustees, as a body in accordance with section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and regulation made under Section 154 of the act.

The Trustees are responsible for preparation of financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view

In Accordance to your Instruction we have prepared the accounts of Financial activities, Statement of Financial position as well as related notes from the accounting records of the company and explanation you have given to us.

We have not carried out an audit or any review and consequently we do not want to express an opinion on these accounts.

Oladapo Sulaimon FCCA

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Ronzl Accountants

305A WELLINGBOROUGH ROAD NORTHAMPTON NN1 4EW 1st of April 2026

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts

STATEMENT OF FINACIAL ACTIVITIES For the year 30th of June 2025

INCOME AND ENDOWNMENTS
Tithes, offerings, Grant
Total Income
PAYMENTS
Computer Expenses
Website
Honararium
Musician
Depreciation
Telephone
Accountancy
Bank Charges
Travel and others
Stationery & Postage
Rent
Total Expenses
Surplus/Deficit		 2025
2024
Total Funds
Total Funds
£
£
25,241.00
18,960.00
25,241.00
18,960.00
3,491.00
1,098.00
120.00
176.00
2,900.00
1,684.00
8,973.00
9,275.00
172.00
215.00
657.00
786.00
500.00
3.00
5.00
307.00
31.22
81.00
79.00
9,170.00
6,150.00
26,003.00
19,870.22
762.00
-
910.22
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THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts

STATEMENT OF FINACIAL POSITION

For the year 30th of June 2025

FIXED ASSET
Computer Equipment
CURRENT ASSET
Cash at Bank & in Hand
CREDITORS
Falling due witin one year
NET ASSETS / LIABILITY
Total funds		 2025
2024
Total
Funds
Total
Funds
689
861.00
689
861.00
80
522.00
1000
500.00
-232
1098.00
-232
1098.00

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

Report and Accounts For the year 30th of June 2025

NOTES

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The Household of Mercy is an incorporated charity, registered in England and Wales.

The charity's number and registered office address can be found on the Company Information page

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category.

on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Fund Accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees/ members of

Charity Name

THE HOUSEHOLD OF MERCY

On accounts for the year 30[TH] OF JUNE 2026 Charity no 1199477 ended (if any) Set out on pages (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)

I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/12/2024 DD / MM / YYYY .

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 I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

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: OLADAPO SULAIMON FCCA Date: 14/04/2026 Name: OLADAPO SULAIMON FCCA Relevant professional INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: 305A WELLINGBOROUGH ROAD NORTHAMPTON NN1 4EW

October 2018

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Section B Disclosure

Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).

Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .

October 2018

IER

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