2025-03-31-accounts - Immanuel Church Wallington

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Trustees' Annual Report For the Year Ended 31/03/2025 Immanuel Church Wallington Charity Registration Number: 1202029

1. Introduction

The trustees of Immanuel Church Wallington are pleased to present their annual report for the year ended 31/03/2025. This report outlines our achievements, financial position, and governance to ensure transparency and accountability to our beneficiaries, donors, and stakeholders.

2. Objectives and Activities

Charitable Objectives

Immanuel Church Wallington was established to promote Christian faith, fellowship, and service to the community. Our core mission is to share the gospel of Jesus Christ, support the spiritual growth of the congregation, and to provide practical help to those in need, especially within the local community. Our activities align with these objectives, focusing on delivering impactful programs.

Main Activities

During the year, the charity carried out various activities, including:

Worship Services: Weekly Sunday services, mid-week Bible studies, women and men’s prayer, fasting prayer, Sunday school and special seasonal services.
Community Outreach: Organising charity events such as food banks, outreach programs for local families in need.
Pastoral Support: Providing pastoral care through prayer meetings, home visits, and counselling services to those facing personal challenges.

These activities have directly benefited individuals in our congregation and the wider community.

3. Achievements and Performance

Key Achievements

Some of our key successes in the past year include:

1. Mission and Ministry

Continued to uphold Immanuel Church’s mission of worship, discipleship, and service within the local community. Maintained regular patterns of public worship, prayer, and teaching throughout the year. Successful organisation of prayer meetings, Bible studies, and youth programs.

2. Strengthened Church Fellowship

We held several well-attended fellowship events, including a church picnic and a Christmas dinner, which brought together all of the church individuals and fostered a stronger sense of community and connection within the congregation.

3. Digital and Online Engagement

Increased use of social media platforms to share sermons, announcements, devotionals, and church activities. Improved communication channels through WhatsApp groups, email updates, and online notices, enhancing information flow to members. Use of digital platforms for Bible studies, prayer meetings, and fellowship sessions when required.

4. Sunday School Ministry

Continued provision of structured Christian education for children through the Sunday School program. Regular and age-appropriate Bible lessons promoting spiritual growth, moral values, and biblical understanding. Commitment and dedication of Sunday School teachers and volunteers in nurturing children’s faith. Improved attendance and participation of children in Sunday School activities.

Our impact is measured through feedback from beneficiaries and data collected from program evaluations.

4. Financial Review

Income and Expenditure

During the financial year, Immanuel Church Wallington received total income of £6,268 mainly from donations. Expenditure totalled £6,438, covering hall hiring costs, administrative expenses, and other essential services.

Reserves Policy

The charity maintains a reserves policy to ensure financial stability. As of Year-End 31/03/25, our reserves stand at £87, which provides security for future activities and unforeseen expenses.

5. Structure, Governance, and Management

Governing Document

Immanuel Church Wallington is governed by Trustees. The trustees ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

Trustee Board

The charity is managed by a board of trustees responsible for strategic direction, financial oversight, and policy implementation. Trustees during the year:

Sujeevan Saminathan Revval
Helsy Divyanie Hemanchandran

6. Plans for the Future

Looking ahead, we plan to:

1. Improve Accessibility and Inclusion

Explore ways to make worship services and church facilities more accessible to the elderly, persons with disabilities, and those with special needs.

2. Upgrade Church Facilities and Technology

Plan phased improvements to church facilities and sound/visual equipment to support both in-person and online worship experiences

3. Strengthen Prayer and Spiritual Renewal

Introduce focused prayer initiatives, retreats, and fasting programs to deepen spiritual life and reliance on God.

4. Enhance Sunday School and Youth Ministries

Plans include improving curricula, providing regular training for teachers and youth leaders, and creating engaging programs that support spiritual, moral, and personal development of children and young people in a safe and

supportive environment.

5. Expand Digital Ministry and Communication

The church aims to improve its digital platforms by enhancing online worship services, increasing interactive engagement, and strengthening communication through updated digital tools to reach both members and the wider community.

6. Increase Community Outreach and Social Impact

Future plans include expanding outreach initiatives that address local needs, encouraging greater member participation in volunteer service, and strengthening partnerships with community organizations.

7. Statement of Responsibilities

The trustees declare that they have approved this report and confirm compliance with the Charities Act requirements.

Signed on behalf of the trustees:

Peethambram Hemachandran

Chairperson Date: 30/01/2026

IMMANUEAL CHURCH WALLINGTON

Charity No: 1202029 INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

for the year ended 31/03/2025

Donations EXPENDITURE Hall hire Refreshments Public liability insurance Bibles Books Safeguarding Stationery Bank charges Accountancy Surplus of income over expenditure	£ 6,268 5,534 215 150 540
	6,438
	(171)