Charlty Number Company number 1204826 CE033619 OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025
OLNE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Report and Accounts lortheyearlo31 March 2025 Contents Page Trust Information Trustees Report Tr(Jstees Responslbllltles Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Accounts li Detailed Statement ol Financial Actiwties 12
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Trust Informatlon forthe year to 31 March 2025 Charlty Number 1204826 Company number CE033619 Trustees AnthonyAlexander Bryce Eric Emanuelcockbum Norma Gordon-King Address Hope Park Buslness Centre Hope Park Bradford West Yoikshire BD5 8HH Independent Examlner SJ SutcEiffe FCCA Toievell Dent Llmited 1-3 StAnn's Place Pellon Lane Halifax HXI 5RB Banker5 Lloyds Bank plc 25 Gresham Street London EC2V7HN Page I
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNrrYcHURCH Trnstees Annual Report forlhe yearto 31 March 2025 I. INTRODUCTION The trustees of OINe Branch Cornrnunitychufch (OBCCI are pleased to present thelr annual report togetherwith the Ilnanclal statements for the year ending 31 Maith 2025. This report has been prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 and the Charltycommlsslon's Statement of Recommended Practice ISORPI FRS 102. 2. OBJECTIVESAND ACTivrriES Charllable Oblectlves: OBCC'S missiorb is to provide safe spaces where individuals can explore and deepen their faith in jesus Chrlst. Our prlmary objectives are: To aifvance the Christlan falth through prayer meetings, public celebrations, and outreach. To provlde blbllcalteachlngs that offerwi5dom and guldance. To foster Chrlstlan fellowship for support and spiritual growth. Durlngthe year, OBCC held weekly Sunday services. organised children and youth programmes. and ran community outreach events. inclu(iing monthly free lunches for up to SO v7Sitors. and Women's well-belng Inttlatlves. 3. ACHIEVMENTSAND PERFORMANCE In 2025. Olive Branch Community Church experienced several notable achlevements: Weeklyattendance grew steadily. demonstrating stronger engagementwithin the community. The year-long Christian education program f05tered greater enthuslasm and understanding ol Chrlstlan bellefs among partlclparrts. The Store House Fellowship lunch was launched, offerlngfree mea15 to attendees on the third Sunday ol each month. The'Better Together initiative. focused on families. recelved posltive leedback and suc¢e5sfully welcomed many individuals from outslde the congregation. Page 2
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Trustees Annual Report (conllnuedl fowlhe year to 31 March 2025 The Christmas dlnner event attracted both congregants and guests, strenEthenlng community bonds and providing an inclusive celebratlon for all. 4. FINANCIAL REVIEW OBCC'S income forihe year was primarily Irom congregational donations, totalling £24.872. Expenditures, amounting to £19.858. were dlrected toward venue rental. programme materlaLs. hoSpitaty and outreach events. 5. STRUCTURE, GOVERNACE, AND MANAGEMENr OBCC operates under a CIO foundation model. with trustees as the onlyvoling members. Trusteès are'appolnted accor(Jlngto the governlng document and receive induction on OBCC'S mission and OPErallons, Service leaders managè day-to-day activitles. 6. PLANS FOR 202612027 Looklngahead, Obve Branch Community Churth is tommitted to bulldlng on Its receni succèsses and deepening it5 impactwithin the communlty. The trustees have set out the following strategic prlorilies forthe comlngyear: Broaden Oulreach Inltlatlves: The church will expand fts outreach eflorts to mole effectively engage men. women, families, children and youth. This will include largeted events. support groups. and new programmes iiesigned to meel the needs of each group, ensuring that everyone feels welcome and valued within the church community. Cultlvate a Cultuie ol Volunteerfngand Partlclpatlon.. OBCC aims to fosteran enviionment where volunteering Is celebrated and active partlcipatlon Is encouraged. y providingzraining, recognitlon, and dlverse opportunltle5 for seNice, the church seeks to empower member5 to contribute theor gifts and tslents In support of the charity's core Initiatives and objectNes. Develop'BetterTogether" as an Intergeneratlonal Mlnlstry: BulLcllng on the positive fee(Jback from the"BetterTogethef initiative. OBCC will establlsh It as a cornerstone intergenerational ministry. Ptans include hosting a weekend conference and launching family coaching sessions, all designed to strengthen lamily relationships. promote unity. and encourage splritualgrowth across all ages. Page 3
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Trustees Annual Report {eontlnued) forlhe yearto 31 March 2025 Enhance Venue Faclllties: Recognisingthe importance of a welcoming and comfortable envlronment. the church will invest in upgrading itsvÈnue facilities. Improvements will locus on acce¢sibiiity, comfort, and functionality, ensuringthat the space meets the needs of boll) congregants and the hmder community. Expand Pfactlcal Support through Storè House Feiiowshlp Lunches: The Store House Fellowship lunches will be broadened to include addltlonal fomis of support, such as food parcels. advice sessions. and slgnpostingto other local services. This initiative aims to address l)oth the physical an(1 emotional needs of attendees. offering hotislic are an(1 support. Promote Falth Explorallon and Growth: OBCC wll actlvely introduce others to the Christian Faith through outreach. discipleship programmes, and community events. The church hopes these efforts will lead to baptisms, new church memberships, and Increased participation in the Ille of the church, furthering its mission to serve both splrltu81 and practlcal needs. Through these Inltlatlves, Olive Branch Communlty Church reaffirms its commilmentto being a beacon of hope. compassion. and taith in the community, guided bythe teachings of Jesus Christ. 7. TRUSTEES. RESPONSIBILITES Trustees ensure that OBCC'S artivities align with its charitsble objectives and legal requirements, malntaln financial records, and safeguard assets. . CONCLUSION The trustees thank the congregation, volunteers, donors. and community partners for thelr support and affirM thelr commf(mentto servlng both the Spiritual and practlcal needs of the community. guide(i bylhe teachlngs of jesu5 Christ. 9. DECLARATION The trustees declare that they have approved thls trustees. report. signed on behaifof the charlty'strustees: AnthonyAlexandei Bryce Senlor PastorlTrustee 2¥0//2026 Page 4
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITY CHURCH ststernent of Trustees Responslbllltles forthe yearlo 31 March 2025 The trustees are responsible lor preparinglhe Report of the Twstees and the financial statsrnents in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accountingstandards. The law appllcable lo charltles in England ant1 Wales. the CharityAct 2011 and the provlsions ofthe trust deed requires the trusteesto prepare flnanclal statements for each financialyear. which gfve a true an(J falr vlew of the state of affairs ofthe charty and of the Incoming resources and applIclOn of resources. including the income and expen(Jlture ol the charltyfor that period. In preparing those financial Statements, the trustee5 8re required to select suitable accounting policies and then applythem consistently,. observethe meihods and principles in the CharitySOP: makeludgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent prepare Ihe financial statements on the golng concern basi5. unless it is Inapproprlate to presume that the charltywlll conllnue in business. Thetrustees are responslble for keeping proper accountlng records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financlal position of the charty, and to enable them to ensure thal Ihe financial statements complywilh the Charities Act 2011 and ihe provisions of the trust ijeed. They are also responsible for safeguardingthe assets of the Char and hence for taking reasonable steps for the preventlon and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Page 5
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Independent Examlner's Roporttothe Truslees ofolfve Branch Communlty Church I report on the accounts of the Trust forlhe year to 31 March 2025. which are sel out on pages 7t0 12. Respedlve Responslbllltles olTrustees and Examlner As the charitys trustee5you are responslble forthe preparation of the accounts: you conslderthatthe audlt requlrement of Sectlon 145 01 the Cha¥ttie5Aci 2011 (the Acll does not apply. It Is my Tesponslbllity to stale, on the basis of procedures speclfleij In the General Directions given bythe Charltycommission under seCOn 14515llbl otthe Act, whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basls of Independent Examlner's Report My examination was carried out in accordance with Ihe general direetlons given bylhe Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept bylhe charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It2Lso includes consideration ofany unusual item5 or disc105ures in the accounts, and the seeking of explanations fiom you as tru5tee5 concernlnE any such matters. The proceduies undertaken do not provide all the evldence thatwould be required in an audit and, consequently, I do not exp$5 an audit opinion on the vlew glven bythe accounts. Independent Examlner's Slatement In connectionwith ry examlnatlon. no mattel has come to myattention.. 11 Which Elves me Tea50nable cause to be believe thal. in any material respects. the requirements lal To keep accounting records In accordance wlth S130 ofthe 2011 Act; and Ibl To prepare accounts whlch accord wilh Ihe accountlng records and to complywith the accounting requirements olthe 2011 Act have not been met; or 2) Towhich. in my oplnlon. attention should be drawn in orderto enable a proper understanding oflhe accountsio be reached. SJSutcllffe FCCA. Torevell Dent Llmhed Chartefed Certllled Accountani 14 StAnn's Place Pelion Lane Hallfax HX15RB 22/11 Page 6
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Statement of Flnan¢lalActlvltles forthe year to 31 March 2025 Perlod lo 31-Mar-24 Total Funds Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcted Funds Total Funds Notes Incomlng Resourc¢s: Incomlngfor generated funds: Voluntary Income Investment income 24.872 24.872 11.086 Totsl Income 24.872 24.872 11,089 Resources Expended: Costs generatlngfunds: Chaiitable activities Govemance costs 18,773 1,085 18,773 1.085 9,243 579 Total Expendlture 19,858 19,858 9,822 Net Incomlngi{Outgolngi Resources 6.014 5,014 1,267 Funds brought fomiard Transferred from OB18radfor¢11 15.821 15,821 Balance as at 31 March 2025 20,835 20,835 15,821 Page 7
OLNE BRANCH COMMUNrrY CHURCH Balance Sheel asat31 March2025 Perlod lo Q&Mar-24 Totsl Fund$ Unrestrlcted Funds Restrlcled Funds Tffjal Funds Noles Flxed As$et$ Tangible assets 2,210 2.210 2,012 CurrentAssets Cash at bank 18,625 18,625 13,809 20.835 20,835 15,821 Credltors: Amounts falllng due wlthln one year NetAsset$ 20.835 20,835 IS.821 Funds Unrestricted fund$ Restrlcted funds 20.835 15,821 20,835 15.821 The tlnanclal statements weie approved tythe Trustees on 22nd JarKry2026 and signed on thelr behalf by:_ AABryce Chalro¢Trustees Page 8
OLIVE BAANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH hlolesto the Ac¢ounl$ forlhe yearto 31 March 2025 Accountlng Pollclès al A¢countlni Convenllon The financial statements have been prepared under the historical costconveniion. and In accordance wtth appticabie CountIng Standards. the Statenient of Recommended Practlce. Accounting by Charities 2005 andthe Charitles Au 2011. bl IncomlngRosourc8S Ali incoming resource5 are included on the Statement of FinancialActivities when the charlty Is legally entitled to the income and the amountcan be quantified with reasonable aceuraey. cl Resources Expended Resources expended comprise allexpenditure dlrecttyreiatlngtothe oblects of the charlty- When necessary. costs are allocated beeen directcharitable expendfture. fund raising and rnanagement and administration on an equitable basls dl FlxedAs$ei$ Depreciation is prowded at the10lln8 annual lates in o,'dertowrite ofl each asset over its estlmatsd uselul life. Equipment 15% on reducing balance el Taxatlon The charlty Is exemptfrom tax on its charf(able activities. fl Fund Accountlng Unrestrlcied funds can be used in accordance with thecharitable objectives at the discretion of thetrustees. RestTlCted funds can only be used for particular restricted purpose5 within the objects of the charity. Restrlctions arise when specified bylhe donor or whenfunds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanatlon of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial ststemenis. Ye•rto 31-Maw-25 Yearto Investment In¢ome 31-Mar-24 Deposit account irrterest Resources Exp8nd8d UnreBtrlct•d Funds Tolal 2025 Total 2024 Govornanc• costs: Accountancy 1,085 1,085 1,113 Page 9
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Notes to the Accounts foTthe yeai to 31 March 2025 4 Tangible Flxed Assets BaLance at l April 2024 Addltlons 2.367 588 2,367 588 At31 March 2025 2,955 1955 Balance at l Aprfl 2024 Charge lor the period Elim on disposal At 31 March 2025 355 390 355 390 745 745 At31 March 2025 2,210 2.210 At31 March 2024 2,012 2,012 Yearto 31-Mar-25 5 Credltors Othercreditors Page 10
OLIVE BRANCH COMMUNITYCHURCH Notes to the Accounls forthe yearto 31 March 2025 6 Movement In Funds Balance At 01-Apr-24 Transfer between funds Balance At 31-Mar-26 Balance At 31-Mar-24 movement Intsnds Unrestrlcted funds Generalfund 15,821 5.014 20,835 1&821 Restrlcted funds Totalfund$ 15.821 6,014 20.835 .821 Net movement in funds. included in the above are as follows: Incomlng resources Resour¢es expended Movement Inlunds Unrestrfcted funds Generalfund 24,872 19.858 5,014 Total funds 24,872 19,858 5,014 7. Trustee's Remunerallon and Beneflt$ There were no trustee's remuneration or other beneffts torthe yearended 31 March 202512024.'NIII Trustee's Expenses There were no truee.$ expenses paid forthe year ended 31 March 202512024..NIII Page 11
OUVE BRANCH COMMUNITY CHURCH Detalled Stslement of FlnanclalA¢tMtles for the yearto 31 March 2025 Year to 31 Maich 2025 Year to 31 March 2024 Incomlng Resources: Voluntary Income Offerings and donations 24.872 11.086 24,872 11,086 Investment Income Bank Interest Tal Incomlng Resources 24872 11,089 Rèso,Jrces Expended: Rent ' Computer runnlng Telephone Postage an(1 stationery Sundry expenses Insurance Event costs 12,745 723 6,329 304 32 81 458 233 19 82 I,ioi 356 2.858 520 312 Hospitalltyand reftèshments Travelling costs Repalrs an(J renewals Advertlslng Bank charges Legal an(i prolesslonal fees Depreciatlon Accountancy 30 119 33S ioi 300 355 579 390 1.085 19,858 Nel income 5,014 1.267 Page 12