Trustees Annual Report & Agenda & Minutes of the Annual General Meeting 9th November 2025
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Accounts for the Year Ending 31 March 2025
Divine Blessings Ministries Charity No: 1205183
Trustees’ Annual Report For the Period: 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025
Section 1: Reference and Administration
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Charity Name: Divine Blessings Ministries
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Charity Registration Number: 1205183
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Principal Address: Windmill Community Centre, Messenger Road, B66 3DX
Trustees who served during the year:
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Bishop Clifton Thomas (CT) Chair
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Fitz Albert Douglas (FD) Trustee
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Rev Rohon Webber (RW) Trustee
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Paulette Thomas (PT) Treasurer
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Shenny Bryce Secretary
Section 2: Structure, Governance, and Management
Divine Blessings Ministries is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). It is governed by a Foundation Constitution revised/agreed 1st November 2025. The Trustees are responsible for the management and spiritual direction of the Ministry. New Trustees are appointed by the existing board based on their commitment to the Ministry’s vision and relevant skills.
Section 3: Objectives and Activities
The objects of the Ministry are the advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit. Key activities include:
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Weekly Sunday worship services and mid-week Bible studies.
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Pastoral care, counselling, and spiritual support for the community.
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Outreach programs aimed at reducing isolation, poverty relief, youth mentorship.
Section 4: Achievements and Performance
During the 2024/25 period, the Ministry achieved the following:
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Spiritual Growth: Successfully held 67 services with a consistent congregation.
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Community Impact: Launched a bi-monthly community breakfast serving 155 people.
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Training: Conducted a "Triumphant Living" seminar to empower members in financial and spiritual stewardship.
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Section 5: Public Benefit Statement
The Trustees have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on Public Benefit. The Ministry provides a public benefit by offering open worship services, moral guidance, and community support services available to all members of the public, regardless of their background.
Section 6: Financial Review & Reserves Policy
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Financial Position: The Ministry’s income was £16,304.49 and expenditure was £10,327.10. The year ended with a Surplus of £5,977.39.
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Reserves Policy: The Trustees aim to maintain a reserve of 3 to 6 months of essential operating costs (approx. £5000) to ensure the Ministry can continue its work during unforeseen financial fluctuations. Current reserves are in line with this target.
Section 7: Declaration
The Trustees declare that they have approved the report above.
Signed on behalf of the Charity’s Trustees:
Signature: Clifton Thomas
Name: Clifton Thomas
Date: 9th November 2025
Divine Blessings Ministries Charity No: 1205183
Annual General Meeting Agenda 3pm, Sunday 9th November 2025 Windmill Community Centre, Messenger Road, B66 3DX
1. Welcome & Opening Prayer
2. Attendance and Apologies
3. Approval of 2024 AGM Minutes
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Trustees’ Annual Report: Review of spiritual activities and public benefit.
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Treasurer’s Report: Presentation of accounts for year ending 31st
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March 2025.
6. Election/Re-election of Trustees
7. Vision for 2026
8. Any Other Business (AOB)
9. Closing Prayer
Divine Blessings Ministries Charity No: 1205183
Annual General Meeting 3pm, Sunday 9th November 2025 Windmill Community Centre, Messenger Road, B66 3DX
1. Present:
| Present: | |
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| Bishop Clifton Thomas (CT) | Chairperson |
| Fitz Albert Douglas (FD) | Trustee |
| Rev Rohon Webber (RW) | Trustee |
| Paulette Thomas (PT) | Treasurer |
| Shenny Bryce | Secretary |
2. Minutes of the Previous AGM
The minutes of the 2024 Meeting were read. A motion to approve was proposed by FD and seconded by RW.
3. Chairperson’s Report
The Chair provided an overview of the year's spiritual and community achievements, highlighting the ministry's growth and successful outreach programs.
4. Treasurer’s Report & Financial Review
The Treasurer presented the accounts for the fiscal year ending 31st March 2025 .
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Total Income: £
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Total Expenditure: £
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Resolution: To adopt the accounts for the year ending 31st March 2025. (Proposed: RW Seconded: SB).
5. Election of Trustees
Bishop Clifton Thomas as Chairperson, Paulette Thomas as Treasurer, and Shenny Bryce as Secretary.
6. Appointment of Independent Examiner
It was resolved to appoint Fitz Douglas as the Accounts Examiner for the upcoming year.
7. Any Other Business (AOB)
There was a brief discussion regarding the preparation and completion of the Policies and Procedures. Other matters were also discussed regarding upcoming events.
Meeting Closed: 16:00
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Divine Blessings Ministries: Receipts and Payments
For the Year Ended 31st March 2025
Section A: Receipts (Income)
| Description Offerings & Tithes Gift Aid Tax Reclaims Grants (if any) Fundraising Events Other Income Total Receipts (A) |
Unrestricted Funds (£) |
Restricted Funds (£) |
Total This Year (£) |
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| 0.00 | 0.00 |
14304.49 |
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| 0.00 | 0.00 |
0.00 |
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| 0.00 | 0.00 |
0.00 |
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| 0.00 | 0.00 |
2,000.00 |
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| 0.00 | 0.00 |
0,00 |
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| £0.00 | £0.00 | £16,304.49 |
Section B: Payments (Expenditure)
| Description | Unrestricted Funds (£) |
Restricted Funds (£) |
Restricted Funds (£) |
Total This Year (£) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ministry & Outreach | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Rent / Hall Hire | 6745.00 | 0.00 | 6745.00 | ||||
| Insurance | 542.10 | 0.00 | 542.10 | ||||
| Utilities (Water, Electric) | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Charitable Giving/Donations | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||||
| Equipment & Instruments | 500.00 | 0.00 | 500.00 | ||||
| Admin / Printing / Website | 2540.00 | 0.00 | 2540.00 | ||||
| Total Payments (B) | £10,327.10 | £0.00 | £10,327.10 | ||||
| Section C: Summary | |||||||
| Description | Amount) | ||||||
| Net of Receipts / (Payments) (A minus B) | £5,977.39 | ||||||
| Cash funds last year end (1st April 2024) | £0.00 | ||||||
| Cash funds this year end (31st March 2025) | £5,977.39 | ||||||
| Assets Sound System, Microphones Musical Instruments |
£500.00 | ||||||
| Liabilities Unpaid bills or loans |
£0.00 |
Section C: Summary
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Trustees’ Responsibilities and Compliance Statement
"The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts and consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is not needed.
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for:
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Ensuring that the charity keeps proper accounting records which comply with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
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Preparing accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act.
These accounts have been prepared on a 'Receipts and Payments' basis in accordance with the Charities Act 2011."
Approved by the Board of Trustees on 9th November 2025 and signed on its behalf by:
Signature: Clifton Thomas
Name: Clifton Thomas - Chairperson
Divine Blessings Ministries Charity No: 1205183