Global Light Ministries
Charity Registration No. 1202810 Address: Church St, Cliffe, Rochester, ME3 7PU Financial Year: September 2024 – September 2025
1. Reference and Administrative Details
Charity Name: Global Light Ministries Registered Charity Number: 1202810 Registered Address: Church St, Cliffe, Rochester, ME3 7PU
Trustees and Leadership:
Senior Pastors: Muggie & Chichie Zata
Assistant Pastors: Nic & Clariata Kumbula
Treasurer: Wedzerai Kamvura
Trustees: Mrs. L. Mukamba, Mr. Tichaona Nyamutowera, Mr. Thompson Kazichi
2. Objectives and Activities
Mission Statement:
Global Light Ministries is a church dedicated to serving our local community and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to build a community of faith where love, care, and
compassion are encouraged and practiced.
Aims and Objectives:
1. To preach the good news of Jesus Christ.
2. To demonstrate His love to all people.
3. To provide support, mentorship, and counselling to women and young people.
4. To nurture a community of faith that values love, sharing, and care.
- To support individuals and families going through life’s challenges.
Who Benefits:
Families within our community.
Women seeking spiritual growth and empowerment.
Young people and children of all ages.
Individuals facing social or personal difficulties.
- Achievements and Performance (2024 – 2025)
Throughout the year, Global Light Ministries continued to grow in fellowship, outreach, and community engagement. Spiritual and Community Activities
January 2025 – Annual Prayer and Fasting:
We began the year with a two-week period of prayer and fasting (10–26 January 2025), held via Zoom. Attendance was strong, with active participation and spiritual renewal among members.
April 2025 – Easter Conference:
Held at Cliffe Memorial Hall from 18–20 April 2025. The conference was well attended and provided a valuable opportunity for believers of all ages and denominations to connect, worship, and network.
April 2025 – Youth Outing to Rock UK:
A group of 35 young people enjoyed a day of team-building activities, including lower ropes, ball games, and group discussions on youth-related topics.
June 2025 – Visit to Buckland Farm, Rochester:
Youth members visited Buckland Farm on 28 June 2025 to learn about farm life. They engaged with animals, explored the fields, and were guided on a farm tour by Heather and her father.
June 2025 – High Praise Night:
A lively evening of worship and praise attended by approximately 60–70 people of all ages.
July 2025 – Baptism Service:
Six members were baptised on 28 July 2025. Each received a baptism certificate as a token of their spiritual commitment.
August 2025 – Youth Ice-Skating Trip, Rochester:
Young people enjoyed a day of ice-skating, ball games, and a BBQ. Group discussions covered practical topics such as budgeting, debt management, relationships, dating, and courtship.
Regular Ministry Activities
Weekly Prayer Meetings: Every Monday, 20:00–21:00 (Zoom).
Weekly Bible Study: Every Friday, 20:00–21:00 (Zoom).
Collaborative Projects
Interdenominational Prayer Partnership:
In partnership with One Way Ministries Prayers, this initiative unites believers from different denominations to pray for the United Kingdom, strengthen connections, and build the body of Christ through fellowship and intercession.
4. Financial Review
(To be completed once final figures are available) Financial year 2024 - Jan - 01/01/24 - Dec 31/2024
Total Income: £ 11634.38
Total Expenditure: £ 9822.24
Sources of Income: Donations, offerings, and fundraising activities.
Main Expenditure Areas: Venue hire, youth and outreach programmes, administration, and community events.
Reserves Policy: The trustees aim to maintain reserves sufficient to cover at least three months of essential operating costs.
5. Structure, Governance, and Management
Global Light Ministries is governed by a board of trustees in accordance with its constitution. The trustees meet regularly to oversee ministry operations, finances, and compliance with charity law.
Subcommittees support specific areas of ministry such as finance, youth work, and events. Trustees are responsible for providing strategic direction and ensuring all activities further the charity’s objectives for public benefit.
6. Public Benefit Statement
The trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty under the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit.
Global Light Ministries’ activities — including preaching the gospel, providing counselling, and supporting youth and families — are open to all, regardless of background. These activities clearly demonstrate public benefit by meeting both spiritual and community needs.
7. Future Plans (2025 – 2026)
Looking ahead, Global Light Ministries plans to:
Establish a Food Bank to support local families in need.
Secure a new and larger hall to accommodate the growing congregation.
Host an Interdenominational Prayer Revival on 1 November 2025.
Organise a Christmas Dinner and Fellowship Event for the community.
8. Declaration
The trustees declare that they have
approved this report and that it complies with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.
Signed on behalf of the trustees:
Pastor Muggie Zata
Position: Senior Pastor / Chair of Trustees
Date: 06-11-2025
approved this report and that it complies with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.
Signed on behalf of the trustees:
Name: Pastor Muggie Zata
Position: Senior Pastor / Chair of Trustees Date: 06-11-2025
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| 1 | Global Light Ministries | ||||||||||||
| 2 | Income & Expenditure Statement | ||||||||||||
| 3 | 2024 | ||||||||||||
| 4 | Balance Jan 1 2024 5,812.88 £ |
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| 5 | Jan 2024 | Feb 2024 | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | May 2024 | Jun 2024 | Jul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | |
| 6 | Income | ||||||||||||
| 7 | Tithes & Offerings | 668.00 £ |
221.00 £ |
1,092.99 £ |
970.98 £ |
860.00 £ |
942.00 £ |
1,381.29 £ |
1,012.38 £ |
1,088.05 £ |
778.45 £ |
935.81 £ |
1,167.93 £ |
| 8 | Youth Outings | 185.50 £ |
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| 9 | Refreshments | 330.00 £ |
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| 10 | Expenditure | ||||||||||||
| 11 | Hire of venue | 190.00 £ |
290.00 £ |
266.00 £ |
190.00 £ |
190.00 £ |
237.50 £ |
190.00 £ |
480.50 £ |
190.00 £ |
340.00 £ |
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| 12 | Refreshments | 44.95 £ |
416.74 £ |
371.05 £ |
41.68 £ |
40.00 £ |
151.99 £ |
380.83 | 319.12 £ |
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| 13 | Transport | 79.45 £ |
535.01 £ |
68.82 £ |
400.00 £ |
200.00 £ |
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| 14 | Youth Outings | 659.00 £ |
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| 16 | ASSETS MISC 142.50 £ |
64.98 £ |
891.00 £ |
7.59 £ |
100.00 £ |
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| 17 | 879.00 £ |
173.97 £ |
550.94 £ |
46.92 £ |
293.24 £ |
309.00 £ |
68.00 £ |
22.46 £ |
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| 19 | Total Expenditure 187.45 £ 1,133.98 £ 960.16 £ 1,723.00 £ 300.50 £ 236.92 £ 237.50 £ 2,073.24 £ 468.58 £ 1,429.33 £ 212.46 £ 859.12 £ |
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| 21 | Balance Month End 6,293.43 £ 5,380.45 £ 5,513.28 £ 4,761.26 £ 5,320.76 £ 6,025.84 £ 7,169.63 £ 6,294.27 £ 6,913.74 £ 6,592.86 £ 7,316.21 £ 7,625.02 £ |
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| 22 | Balance 31 Dec 2024 | £7,625.02 | ||
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| 26 | Total incom | 11634.38 |
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| 28 | Total Expenditure 9822.24 |