## **HGBCHURCH CIO LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION**
**START OF FINANCIAL YEAR** 1st April 2024 **END OF FINANCIAL YEAR** 31st March 2025 **CUSTODIAN TRUSTEE** The Baptist Union Corporation Ltd. **CUSTODIAN TRUSTEE ADDRESS** PO Box 44 129, Broadway Didcot Oxfordshire OX11 8RT **TRUSTEES** Rev'd Honesty Kachidza - Chair Richard Leach - Elder Pam Palmer - Treasurer Lorraine Alexander Matthew Leach **GOVERNING INSTRUMENT** The church is governed by its own constitution and rules as approved at the church members' meeting. **LEGAL STATUS** Association CIO **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER** 1203704
## **VISION**
## **OBJECTIVES**
A Kingdom-Advancing Church **MISSION** Every Life Transformed by God's Kingdom. Every Community Impacted by His Love. Every Generation Empowered for Eternity. **ADDRESS** Hither Green Baptist Church Theodore Road Lewisham SE13 6HT **PRIMARY BANKERS** Barclays Bank Plc 93 Lewisham High Street SE13 6BB **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER** Barrington Brown Balanced Books LDN 82a Muirkirk Road London Greater London SE6 1BH
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## **TRUSTEES’ REPORT HGBCHURCH – For the Financial Year 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025**
“Your Kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” – Ma;hew 6:10 (NKJV)
## **1. Vision Statement**
At HGBCHURCH, we are commi;ed to being **A Kingdom-Advancing Church,** rooted in Christ, fuelled by the Holy Spirit, and focused on eternity. Our mission is clear and compelling:
**Every Life Transformed by God’s Kingdom. Every Community Impacted by His Love. Every GeneraTon Empowered for Eternity** .
## **2. Spiritual ReflecTon**
This past year has been a tesSmony to the faithfulness of God and the power of vision aligned with Heaven. We have witnessed growth, transformaSon, and divine acceleraSon. As Jesus declared in Ma;hew 6:10, we have earnestly prayed and posiSoned ourselves to see His will done in our midst—and indeed, His Kingdom has come in fresh and tangible ways.
We stand amazed at what God has done and sSrred by what lies ahead. We are not simply running programmes; we are building people. We have mobilised Kingdom life. We are not merely hosSng events; we are hosSng Heaven. We’ve seen the fingerprints of God on everything we have put our hands to, and our hearts burn with anScipaSon for all that lies ahead. HGBCHURCH conSnues to grow as a Spirit-led family, commi;ed to making disciples, equipping saints, and reaching our community with the love and truth of Christ.
## **3. ObjecTves & AcTviTes**
At HGBCHURCH, our heartbeat is simple yet profound: to see every life transformed by God’s Kingdom, every community impacted by His love, and every generaSon empowered for eternity. Everything we do flows from this calling to promote the ChrisSan faith in accordance with biblical principles, advancing educaSon and charitable outreach both locally and globally.
This past year has been one of **growth, connecTon, and fresh opportuniTes to share Jesus.** Here’s how we have seen God at work among us:
## **• Weekly Worship Gatherings:**
Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m., our church family gathers to encounter God together in vibrant worship and biblical teaching. Highlights included our Easter Sunrise Service, Christmas Day Worship, and the powerful New Year’s Eve Watch Night Service — moments where hearts were sSrred, faith renewed, and lives touched. We have also conSnued to **livestream our services,** allowing those at home and further afield to join in real-Sme and remain connected to the life of the church.
## **• Prayer & FasTng:**
January set the spiritual tone for the year as we devoted the enSre month to prayer and fasSng under the theme “Thy Will Be Done.” Life Groups, youth, and ministry teams led hearcelt prayer gatherings,
creaSng an atmosphere where God’s presence was tangibly felt and spiritual momentum built for the months ahead.
## **• Life Groups & Discipleship:**
Our Life Groups remain a vital part of our church life — meeSng in homes and online for prayer, study, and mutual encouragement. These gatherings are more than meeSngs; they are where disciples are made, friendships are formed, and faith is nurtured.
## **• Times of Refreshing DevoTonals:**
In September 2024, we launched Times of Refreshing — our online weekly devoSonal series. This iniSaSve has been a source of encouragement and spiritual renewal, helping individuals pause, reflect, and realign their hearts with God’s purposes throughout the week.
## **• Children & Youth Ministry:**
We remain passionate about raising a generaSon that loves and follows Jesus wholeheartedly.
- Kingdom Youth (11–16) and Kingdom Light (5–11) provided age-appropriate teaching and spiritual formaSon.
- Two Kingdom Kidz conferences — “Kingdom Keepers” in April and “Living For the King” in October — saw over 40 children and youth from church and community engage with God’s Word in powerful and memorable ways.
- Our young people also a;ended Satellites, a naSonal ChrisSan youth fesSval, deepening their faith and forging strong friendships.
- Together with BCB Church, we launched a joint monthly youth gathering, uniSng young believers for worship, the Word, and fellowship.
## **• Community Outreach & Fellowship:**
Our mission to love our neighbours was beauSfully expressed through our **Community Christmas Lunch** , where people from across the neighbourhood came to enjoy a warm fesSve meal and experience the love of Christ in a welcoming atmosphere. This simple act of hospitality reminded us that the Gospel is best seen when it is shared with both words and acSons.
Through these ministries and moments, we have witnessed God’s faithfulness and felt a renewed sense of purpose. Each gathering, outreach, and act of service has been another step towards becoming a **KingdomAdvancing Church** , fulfilling the mission He has entrusted to us.
## **4. Community Engagement & Public Benefit**
HGBCHURCH exists not just for its members, our ministries seek to serve the spiritual, emoSonal, and pracScal needs of the wider community. HGBCHURCH acSvely serves the public through:
- **Kingdom Tots Playgroup:** Offering a safe, welcoming space for young children and their carers every Monday.
- **Hall Hire to Community Groups:** Including hosSng the Hither Green Ward Assembly by Lewisham Council and other civic engagements.
- **School Engagement:**
- On 8 January and 22 January, HGBCHURCH members led assemblies and educaSonal sessions for Brindishe School, engaging students with ChrisSan faith and values.
## **• Community Events:**
- **Father’s Day BBQ and Summer BBQ** : United families in celebraSon and outreach.
- **Table Top Sales** (June & August): Fundraising for missions and a placorm for local entrepreneurs.
- **Pancake Day Fundraiser** (March) **:** Raised over £265 for missions.
- **Share Jesus Community Lunch** (March) **:** Provided free hot drinks and meals for the homeless and vulnerable with the love of Christ.
## **5. Achievements & Performance**
- **Church Growth:** Five new members joined our church family, with increasing a;endance across our weekly services and ministries.
- **BapTsms:** On 15 December, we hosted a joint bapSsm with Living Word ChrisSan Fellowship, with five candidates publicly declaring their faith (three of the members were from Living Word Fellowship).
- **Child DedicaTons:** Three children were dedicated this year during joyful and hearcelt services.
- **Radiance Women’s Ministry:**
- Radiance Conference (October): Over 35 women a;ended an empowering day of teaching, worship, and fellowship.
- **Mother’s Day Dinner** (March): Celebrated the strength and legacy of mothers with over 45 in a;endance.
## **Missions:**
- Although **Mission Bulgaria 2024** was postponed due to flight costs, planning for 2025 is well underway.
- Our fundraising efforts have ensured we are financially and spiritually prepared for the year ahead.
## **6. Volunteers & Service**
None of our progress would be possible without our faithful volunteers. Every event, meal, worship service, and outreach was carried by the selfless service of our members. In addiSon, many members acSvely serve in the wider community, bringing the light of Christ beyond the church walls.
## **7. Financial Overview**
We give God thanks for His provision and the faithful generosity of our members and partners.
- **Total Income:** £174,416, primarily from Sthes, offerings, and hall hire.
- **Total Expenditure:** £104,621, on ministry costs, missions, staffing, uSliSes, and events.
- **Reserves:** As of 31 March 2025, we hold reserves of £25,000 to ensure stability and future sustainability.
All financial planning and spending align with our commitment to good stewardship and Kingdom
## **8. Looking Ahead**
Our hearts are full of expectaSon for the coming year. We believe God is posiSoning us for greater impact. **Key prioriTes include:**
- **Mission South Africa** – In April 2025, we will partner with **Mighty Grace Church** in **Venda** to support evangelism, teaching, and community uplirment.
- **Mission Zambia** – Also in April, we will serve with the **Eva Chabala FoundaTon** , bringing hope and pracScal support to families and children.
- **Manse Purchase** – We are prayerfully working toward purchasing a church manse—an important step in establishing long-term stability and care for our pastoral leadership.
- **Radiance 2025** – Our women’s conference will return next year, conSnuing to inspire and equip women to shine for the Kingdom.
- **Kingdom Kidz Conference (April 2025)** – Already in preparaSon to disciple the next generaSon in bold faith and joyful worship.
- **Mission Bulgaria 2025** – With resources in place, we will send a team to run a youth camp and youth discipleship.
- Strengthening our online ministry and digital outreach.
We are convinced that the best is yet to come. We are not just expanding property—we are enlarging our Kingdom influence. We are not just running a church—we are raising a generaSon. As we press forward, we do so with unwavering confidence, and HGBCHURCH has a vital part to play.
## **9. Conclusion**
The trustees of HGBCHURCH lir their hearts in graStude — first to God, whose faithfulness has sustained and guided us, and then to you — our members, leaders, partners, and volunteers — whose sacrifice, service, and prayers have made this Kingdom work possible. We are not merely managing a charity; we are faithfully stewarding a divine assignment, entrusted to us by the King of Kings.
As a church, we reaffirm our commitment to seeing lives transformed by God’s power, communiSes touched by His love, and generaSons equipped to live for eternity. Every gathering, every outreach, every prayer is part of advancing His Kingdom on earth — and we count it a privilege to serve together.
Looking ahead, we do so with faith and expectaSon, believing that the best is yet to come. We stand on the promise:
“Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end…” — Isaiah 9:7 (NKJV)
May this report not only reflect where we have been, but also ignite fresh passion for where God is taking us. Together, let us press forward — faithfully, courageously, and joyfully — unSl every life, every community, and every generaSon knows the reign and peace of Christ.
On behalf of the Trustees,
## Rev. Honesty Kachidza, **Chair of Trustees HGBCHURCH**
## **Trustees:**
Rev. Honesty Kachidza Richard Leach Pamela Palmer Lorraine Alexander Ma;hew Leach
## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF**
## **HITHER GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH CIO**
## **Introduction**
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of HGBCHURCH CIO (the charity) for the year ended 31[st] March 2025.
## **Responsibilities and Basis of Report**
As the charity’s trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
## **Independent Examiner’s Statement**
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect:
1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or
3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirements 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 in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Barrington Brown CIMA, MIAB
**14[th] November 2025**
82a Muirkirk Road, LONDON SE6 1BH Email: brogerbrown@gmail.com
## **HGBCHURCH CIO**
## **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1203704**
## **STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS (SUMMARY) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025**
|**RECEIPTS**
Donations and Tax Refunds
Other Incoming Resources
**TOTAL RECEIPTS**
**PAYMENTS**
Costs of Activities in Furtherance of the Charity's Objects
Resources expended on Managing and Administering the
Charity
**TOTAL PAYMENTS**
**RECEIPTS / (PAYMENTS)**|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
92,173
11,300
**103,474**
81,314
11,221
**92,535**
**10,939**|**Designated**
**Funds**
**£**
1,960
0
**1,960**
0
0
**0**
**1,960**|**Restricted**
**Funds**
**£**
68,982
-
**68,982**
12,086
-
**12,086**
**56,896**|**Total**
**2024-25**
**£**
163,115
11,300|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||**174,416**|
|||||93,400
11,221|
|||||**104,621**|
|||||**69,795**|
There are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue as a going concern and accordingly the accounts have been drawn up on a going concern basis.
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## **HGBCHURCH CIO**
## **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1203704**
## **STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS & PAYMENTS (DETAILED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025**
|**Notes**
**RECEIPTS**
**DONATIONS AND TAX REFUNDS**
Building Fund - Manse
General Fund
TV Fund
Gift Aid Refund
Streaming Equipment
Mission Bulgaria 2025
Mission South Africa
Kingdom Youth Camp
Kingdom Tots
Satellite Summer Camp
Conference Income
**Total Donations & Tax Refunds**
**OTHER RECEIPTS**
Hall Hire
Equipment Hire
Interest Received
**Total Other Receipts**
**TOTAL RECEIPTS**
**PAYMENTS**
**FURTHERANCE CHARITY'S OBJECTS**
Minister's Stipend, Staff Salary & PAYE
3
Pension Costs
6
Manse Rental
3
Council Tax
Heat and Light
Gifts Within the Church
Gifts Outside the Church
Speakers Expenses
Kingdom Kidz / Youth
Satellite Summer Camp
Leadership and Fellowship
Radiance Conference
Mission Bulgaria 2025
Mission South Africa 2025
Ministry Operating Supplies
General Ministry Expenses
Equipment & Supplies
4
Computer & Software
**Total Furtherance Charity's Objects**
**MANAGING/ADMINISTERING CHARITY**
2
Insurance & Rates
Health & Safety
Repairs & Maintenance
Travel & Subsistence
Telephone, Broadband & Website
Printing, Photocopying & Stationery
Subscriptions
Accounts Preparation
Independent Examiners Fee
**Total Managing/Administering Charity**
**TOTAL PAYMENTS**
**NET RECEIPTS / (PAYMENTS) FOR THE PERIOD**|**Unrestricted**
**Funds**
**£**
79,217
12,230
331
396
**92,173**
3,760
120
7,420
**11,300**
**103,474**
49,674
5,317
14,400
2,038
3,979
104
460
455
109
102
498
1,105
2,900
173
**81,314**
4,130
539
1,728
190
2,335
441
459
600
800
**11,221**
**92,535**
**10,939**|**Designated Funds**
**£**
1,960
**1,960**
0
**0**
**1,960**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**1,960**|**Restricted Funds**
**£**
55,924
800
2,311
8,770
577
560
**68,982**
**0**
**68,982**
196
1,080
3,385
7,425
**12,086**
**0**
**12,086**
**56,896**|**Total for**
**Period**
**£**
55,924
79,217
800
12,230
2,311
1,960
8,770
577
331
560
396|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||**163,115**
3,760
120
7,420|
|||||**11,300**|
|||||**174,416**|
|||||49,674
5,317
14,400
2,038
3,979
104
460
455
196
1,080
109
102
3,385
7,425
498
1,105
2,900
173|
|||||**93,400**
4,130
539
1,728
190
2,335
441
459
600
800|
|||||**11,221**|
|||||**104,621**|
|||||**69,795**|
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## **HGBCHURCH CIO**
## **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1203704**
## **STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES AT 31ST MARCH 2025**
|**ASSETS**
**BANK & OTHER CASH BALANCES**
Hither Green BC Current Account
Hither Green BC Savings Account
HGBCHURCH CIO Current Account
HGBCHURCH CIO Savings Account
London Baptist Property Board Deposit
London Baptist Property Board Savings
Cash in hand
**OTHER MONETARY ASSETS**
Debtors
**TOTAL ASSETS**
**LIABILITIES**
**CURRENT LIABILITIES**
Creditors
**NET CURRENT ASSETS**
**LONG TERM LIABILITIES**
Loans
**NET ASSETS**
**CAPITAL AND RESERVES**
**Notes**
**UNRESTRICTED FUNDS**
7
**DESIGNATED FUNDS**
Reserve Fund
8.1
Mission Bulgaria 2025
8.2
Mission South Africa 2025
8.3
**RESTRICTED FUNDS**
Building Fund - Manse
9.1
Streaming Equipment
9.2
Kingdom Camp
9.3
Kingdom Kidz
9.4
TV Fund
9.5
**TOTAL**
**ASSETS RETAINED FOR CHARITY'S OWN USE**
Buildings
10.1
Church Contents
10.2
Portacabin
10.3|**2025**
**£**
280
0
18,545
233
249,350
25,077
40
293,525
65
**293,589**
(2,000)
**291,589**
**(91,000)**
**200,589**
**47,427**
25,000
5,904
1,345
**32,249**
118,169
(1,646)
2,995
96
1,300
**120,913**
**200,589**
1,074,615
87,724
7,303
**1,169,642**|**2025**
**£**
280
0
18,545
233
249,350
25,077
40
293,525
65
**293,589**
(2,000)
**291,589**
**(91,000)**
**200,589**
**47,427**
25,000
5,904
1,345
**32,249**
118,169
(1,646)
2,995
96
1,300
**120,913**
**200,589**
1,074,615
87,724
7,303
**1,169,642**|
|---|---|---|
||||
|||**293,589**
(2,000)|
|||**291,589**
**(91,000)**|
|||**200,589**|
|||**47,427**
25,000
5,904
1,345|
|||**32,249**|
|||118,169
(1,646)
2,995
96
1,300|
|||**120,913**|
|||**200,589**|
|||1,074,615
87,724
7,303|
|||**1,169,642**|
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## **HGBCHURCH CIO**
## **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1203704**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)**
## **FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025**
1. These accounts have been prepared on a **Receipts and Payments** basis and in accordance with Section 133 Charities Act 2011.
2. Managing / Administering the Charity represents direct expenditure incurred in the management of the church. Most of the management is carried out without charge by volunteers. This intangible cost is not included in the Statement of Financial Activities since there is no measurable cost to volunteers for their service.
3. The Minister acts as one of the church's trustees and receives remuneration and other benefits in respect of his services as Minister, including the provision of manse accommodation rented by the church at a cost of £1200 per month.
4. Office Equipment is not capitalised but expensed upon purchase.
5. The custodian trustee of the church is the **Baptist Union Corporation Limited** which is a registered charity (number: 249635), and which is controlled by the Baptist Union Council. The church is also a member of the Baptist Union of Great Britain, and the London Baptist Association.
6. The church pays pension contributions for its Minister to a Private fund (Standard Life), which is a defined contributions scheme and not contracted out of the State Second Pension. The church also pays pension contributions for its Administrator to Nest Pensions, which is also not contracted out of the State Second Pension
|7. **Unrestricted Funds**
General Funds
8. **Designated Funds**
Reserve Fund
8.1
Mission Bulgaria 2024
Mission Bulgaria 2025
8.2
Mission South Africa 2025
8.3
9. **Restricted Funds**
**Notes**
Building Fund - Manse
9.1
Streaming Equipment
9.2
Kingdom Camp
9.3
Kingdom Kidz
9.4
Kingdom Kidz Merchandise
Satellites
TV Fund
9.5|**Balance**
**Tfrs Designated/**
**Balance**
**01-Apr-24**
**Income**
**Restricted**
**Expenditure**
**31-Mar-25**
£
£
£
£
£
62,410
103,474
(25,923)
(92,535)
47,427|
|---|---|
||**62,410**
**103,474**
**(25,923)**
**(92,535)**
**47,427**|
||**Balance**
**Trfs Between**
**Balance**
**01-Apr-24**
**Income**
**Funds**
**Expenditure**
**31-Mar-25**
£
£
£
£
£
-
25,000
25,000
7,329
0
(7,329)
0
0
1,960
7,329
(3,385)
5,904
0
8,770
(7,425)
1,345|
||**7,329**
**10,730**
**25,000**
**(10,810)**
**32,249**|
||**Balance**
**Trfs Between**
**Balance**
**01-Apr-24**
**Income**
**Funds**
**Expenditure**
**31-Mar-25**
£
£
£
£
£
62,245
55,924
0
0
118,169
(3,957)
2,311
0
0
(1,646)
2,418
577
0
0
2,995
252
40
0
(196)
96
(316)
0
316
0
0
(87)
560
606
(1,080)
0
500
800
0
0
1,300|
||**61,055**
**60,212**
**923**
**(1,276)**
**120,913**|
10. The church is the beneficial ownder (subject to the relevant trusts) of the following assets, the legal title to which is held by the church's custodian trustee, the London Baptist Property Board Ltd: 10.1 Church premises at Theodore Road, London SE13 6HT, valued in the accounts at £1,074,615, based on the insured value. 10.2 The church owns fixtures, furniture and equipment with an insured value of £87,724.
- 10.3 The church also owns a portacabin, valued in the accounts at £7,303, based on the insured value.
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