Charity registration number: 1200818
BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Contents
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| Trustees' Report | 1—2 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 3 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 4 |
| Statement of Financial Position | 5 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 6—10 |
| The following pages do not form part of the statutory accounts: | |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 11 |
BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Trustees' Report for The Year Ended 31 March 2025
The trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Objectives and Activities
The Berachah International Christian Fellowship is a registered charity and was formed under a Charitable Incorporation Organization (CIO) 26 October 2022. Prior to this the charity was a not for a profit organization without any legal form. The Church has congregation of devoted Christian believers who have been steadfastly serving the Lord within the Nepali community following the principles laid out in the Bible. Our journey began with humble beginnings, starting with few members. However, we have witnessed God's faithfulness as our congregation has grown. Today we are blessed with a diverse and growing community of adults, youth, and children across various age groups.
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The advancement of the Christian faith by sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Create a welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds to experience God’s love.
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Provide guidance, counselling, and support for individuals facing personal struggles, hardship, distress or illness.
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Support Global Missions by sending church members internationally to spread the Gospel and support global churches.
Public Benefit
Public Benefit Statement
The trustees confirm that they have complied with their duty under section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
The object of the charity is to advance the Christian faith for the public benefit in accordance with the statement of beliefs and practices in the schedule hereto in reading and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the world as the charity trustees may from time to time think fit.
During the year, the charity has carried out activities that further these charitable purposes for the public benefit. As a Christian organisation, our financial resources are directed towards various endeavours aimed at fulfilling our mission. We are committed to spreading the message of Christ globally by financially supporting Missionaries. We rent Halls to host variety of church events and programs. We provide accommodations for visiting Pastor, missionaries or guests attending special events.
The trustees consider that the beneficiaries of these activities are the public or a sufficient section of the public, and that no undue restrictions or private benefits result from the charity’s work. Any private benefit arising from the charity’s activities is incidental and necessary to carrying out its purposes.
The trustees have also considered issues of public access, equality, and inclusivity to ensure that the charity’s services are available to those who might reasonably benefit from them.
The trustees confirm that they have complied with the requirements of Section 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (the Trust) for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Responsibilities and Basis of Report
As the charity trustees of the Trust, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).
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 Examiner's Statement
Since the Trust’s gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one of the listed bodies.
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and contents of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that 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 to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Ganga Bhusal FCCA 02/01/2026 63 London Street Reading RG1 4PS
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
| Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM: Donations and legacies 3 EXPENDITURE ON: Raising funds 5 Charitable activities: 5 NET INCOME NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS: Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 12 |
Unrestricted funds £ 108,090 |
Restricted funds £ 239,526 |
2025 Total funds £ 347,616 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 116,538 |
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| (75,680) | - |
(75,680) | (70,735) |
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| 32,410 | 239,526 | 271,936 | 45,803 |
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| 32,410 171,520 |
239,526 - |
271,936 171,520 |
171,520 - |
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| 203,930 | 239,526 | 443,456 | 171,520 |
The notes on pages 7 to 11 form part of these financial statements.
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Statement of Financial Position As At 31 March 2025
| Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible Assets 9 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year 10 NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditors: Amounts Falling Due After More Than One Year 11 NET ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Restricted Funds Unrestricted Funds TOTAL FUNDS 12 |
Notes FIXED ASSETS Tangible Assets 9 CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year 10 NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditors: Amounts Falling Due After More Than One Year 11 NET ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Restricted Funds Unrestricted Funds TOTAL FUNDS 12 |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds £ £ 3,617 - 3,617 - 349,552 239,526 349,552 239,526 (4,239) - 345,313 239,526 348,930 239,526 (145,000) - 203,930 239,526 |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds £ £ 3,617 - 3,617 - 349,552 239,526 349,552 239,526 (4,239) - 345,313 239,526 348,930 239,526 (145,000) - 203,930 239,526 |
2025 Total funds £ 3,617 |
2024 Total funds £ 4,822 4,822 168,728 168,728 (2,030) 166,698 171,520 - 171,520 |
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| 3,617 349,552 |
- 239,526 |
3,617 589,078 |
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| 349,552 (4,239) |
239,526 - |
589,078 (4,239) |
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| 345,313 | 239,526 | 584,839 | |||||
| 348,930 (145,000) 203,930 |
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| 239,526 203,930 |
- 171,520 |
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| 443,456 | 171,520 |
On behalf of the board
Mr Chandra Kumar Shrestha Trustee 02/01/2026
The notes on pages 7 to 11 form part of these financial statements.
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
1. General Information
BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP is a charitable incorporated organisation registered with the Charity Commission, registered charity number 1200818. The principal address is Providence Chapel, 103 Oxford Road, READING, RG1 7UD.
2. Accounting Policies
2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements
The financial statements 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 2019)", Financial Reporting Standard 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities Act 2011.
The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
2.2. Incoming Resources
Income recognition
Incoming resources are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) when the charity has entitlement to the income, the amount can be measured reliably, and it is probable that the income will be received.
Donations and legacies
Donations are recognised when the charity is notified of the donation and it is received or receipt is considered probable. Legacy income is recognised when the charity has been notified of an interest in an estate, when receipt is probable, and when the value can be estimated with reasonable accuracy.
Grant income
Grants are recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met (or are within the charity’s control), and receipt is probable. Grants that have specific performance or service conditions are recognised as the conditions are satisfied.
Charitable activities income
Income from charitable activities (e.g., service contracts, fees, and charges) is recognised as the related services are provided.
Income from fundraising events
Income from fundraising events is recognised when the event takes place.
Investment income
Investment income, including interest and dividends, is recognised on a receivable basis when it is probable and can be measured reliably.
Deferred income
Where income is received in advance of the charity providing goods or services, or where conditions have not yet been met, the income is deferred and recognised in the period in which the conditions are satisfied or the service is delivered.
2.3. Tangible Fixed Assets and Depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of the fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:
Computer Equipment 25% Reducing Method
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
2.4. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand and deposits held at call with banks, other shortterm highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and are readily convertible to a known amount of cash with insignificant risk of change in value, and bank overdrafts.
3. Income from Donations and Legacies
| Donations and gifts Member subscriptions and sponsorships Donations and gifts Member subscriptions and sponsorships |
Unrestricted funds £ 106,902 1,188 |
Restricted funds £ - 239,526 |
2025 Total funds £ 106,902 240,714 |
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| 108,090 | 239,526 | 347,616 |
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| Unrestricted funds £ 116,538 - |
Restricted funds £ - - |
2024 Total funds £ 116,538 - |
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| 116,538 | - | 116,538 |
The following donations and legacies are included within the total income from donations and legacies above:
4. Net Income/(Expenditure)
The net income is stated after charging/(crediting):
| he net income is stated after charging/(crediting): | ||
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| 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Depreciation of tangible fixed assets - owned | 1,205 | 1,607 |
5. Analysis of Expenditure
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| Support costs | |
| (see note 6 ) | |
| £ | |
| Raising funds | 75,680 |
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
| Raising funds 6. Support Costs General administration Depreciation General administration Depreciation 7. Independent Examiner's Remuneration Independent examination of the financial statements 8. Average Number of Employees |
2025 £ 1,020 |
2024 Support costs (see note 6 ) £ 70,735 |
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| 2025 Raising funds £ 74,475 1,205 |
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| 75,680 | ||
| 2024 Raising funds £ 69,128 1,607 |
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| 70,735 | ||
| 2024 £ 1,020 |
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Average number of employees during the year was: Nil (2024: Nil)
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
9. Tangible Assets
| Cost As at 1 April 2024 As at 31 March 2025 Depreciation As at 1 April 2024 Provided during the period As at 31 March 2025 Net Book Value As at 31 March 2025 As at 1 April 2024 |
Computer Equipment £ 6,429 |
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| 6,429 | |
| 1,607 1,205 |
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| 2,812 | |
| 3,617 | |
| 4,822 |
10. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
| 10. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year | ||
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| Trade creditors Accruals and deferred income 11. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due After More Than One Year Bank Loans |
2025 £ 879 3,360 4,239 2025 £ 145,000 |
2024 £ 350 1,680 |
| 2,030 | ||
| 2024 £ - |
12. Movement in Funds
| Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Restricted funds General Restricted Fund Total funds |
As at 1 April 2024 £ 171,520 - |
Income £ 108,090 239,526 |
Expenditure £ (75,680) - |
As at 31 March 2025 £ 203,930 239,526 |
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| 171,520 | 347,616 | (75,680) |
443,456 |
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
| Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Total funds |
As at 1 April 2023 £ - |
Income £ 116,538 |
Expenditure £ (70,735) |
Transfers £ 125,717 |
As at 31 March 2024 £ 171,520 |
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| - | 116,538 |
(70,735) | 125,717 |
171,520 |
Restricted fund included in the financial statement above £239,526 (2024: £nil) is an amount held within a restricted fund raised specifically for the purchase of a property for the charity’s use.
This restricted fund was applied towards the acquisition of The Tilehurst Club, 12–14 Kentwood Hill, Reading, RG31 6DE. The purchase was completed on 10 October 2025, and the restricted funds were fully used for this purpose.
Transfers of £125,717 recognised in the year ended 31 March 2024 represent the total funds raised by the organisation prior to its incorporation as a charity.
Before incorporation, the organisation operated as a not-for-profit, unincorporated body, and the accumulated funds were transferred into the newly formed charity upon registration to ensure continuity of activities and assets.
These transfers represent the movement of the pre-incorporation balances into the appropriate unrestricted and restricted fund categories of the incorporated charity.
12. Transactions with Trustees
During the year the expenses reimbursed to the trustees or paid directly to third parties were as follows:
During the year £24,520 was raised by the trustees to support purchase of the freehold
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BERACHAH INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Detailed Statement of Financial Activities For The Year Ended 31 March 2025
| INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM: Donations and legacies Offerings Tithe S. School Offerings Gifts Missionary Travel sponsor Books, Calendar & Moto Card Sister Offering Refund Restricted Fund-Building EXPENDITURE ON: Raising funds Grocery Motor Exp Gift Missionary Travel abroad Post Hotel Entertainment Hall Website Equipment Insurance Printing, postage and stationery Telecommunications Independent examiner's fees Accountancy fees Legal fees Depreciation of computer equipment NET INCOME |
2025 Total funds £ 42,366 33,906 1,657 3,571 20,829 3,507 1,066 1,188 239,526 |
2024 Total funds £ 48,376 44,896 1,941 16,963 1,645 2,717 - - - |
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| 347,616 | 116,538 |
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| 347,616 (22,773) (7,811) (6,160) (11,227) (107) (6,383) (1,225) (6,983) (278) (2,917) (298) (5,904) (480) (1,020) (660) (249) (1,205) |
116,538 (20,431) (3,430) (13,827) (10,742) (216) (8,153) (1,304) (6,983) (202) - - (2,160) - (1,020) (660) - (1,607) |
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| (75,680) | (70,735) |
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| (75,680) | (70,735) |
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| 271,936 | 45,803 |
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