THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG)
RCCG DIVINE THRONE, MIDDLESBROUGH
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 21[st] October 2025
THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG)
DIVINE THRONE, MIDDLESBROUGH
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| CORPORATE INFORMATION | 3 |
| REPORT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES | 4 – 7 |
| INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT | 8 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | 9 |
| STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION | 10 |
| ACCOUNTING POLICIES | 11 |
| NOTES | 12 -14 |
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CORPORATE INFORMATION
Charity Registration Number:
Principal Address:
General Overseer:
Board of Trustees:
1206583
37-39 Grange Road Middlesbrough TS1 5AU
Pastor E. A. Adeboye
The trustees who served during the period were as follows:
| Mr Victor Odekunle | - | Chairperson |
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| Mrs Oluwatoyin Kikelomo Arohunmolase | - | Member |
| Mr Deji Tafa | - | Member |
| Mr Abiodun Jonathan Adewusi | - | Member |
| Mrs Margaret Adegite | - | Member |
Minister-in-Charge:
Pastor Felix Oyeniran Arohunmolase
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REPORT OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 21[st] October 2025. The trustees have adopted the provision of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) ‘Accounting and Reporting by Charities’ issued in March 2005.
Public Benefit Statement
The Trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charites Act 2011 to have due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit "Charites and Public Benefit".
Governing Document
Eligibility for members of charity and members of board of trustees is governed by the Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) structure.
There are no restrictions in the governing document on the operation of the charity or on its investment powers, other than those imposed by general charity law.
Organisation Structure
The church is organised such that the trustees meet at regular intervals to manage its affairs. The day-to-day activities of the church is administered by the Minister-in-charge:-
Pastor Felix Oyeniran Arohunmolase
Volunteers
Many volunteers sacrifice their time to help with the routine activities of the church. We are greatly indebted to these volunteers for their unwavering commitment and support.
Appointment of New Trustees
Trustees are appointed by strict spiritual guidelines and biblical qualities that mirror Christ-like attributes. There were no trustees’ remuneration or other benefits.
| Mr Victor Odekunle | - | Chairperson |
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| Mrs Oluwatoyin Kikelomo Arohunmolase | - | Member |
| Mr Deji Tafa | - | Member |
| Mr Abiodun Jonathan Adewusi | - | Member |
| Mrs Margaret Adegite | - | Member |
Risk Management
The trustees actively review the major risks which the charity faces on a regular basis. The trustees have examined the major strategic, business and operational risks which the charity faces and confirms that the systems
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have been established to enable regular reports to be produced so that the necessary steps can be taken to mitigate these risks.
Related Parties
RCCG Divine Throne is a member of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) which has parishes in many countries of the world. The relationship between the parishes and RCCG is governed by an agreement for common purposes.
Principal Funding Sources
The sources of fund are provided mainly through tithes and offerings by church members as well as gift aid.
Objects and Activities
The principal object is the advancement of Christian Faith worldwide and the relief of poverty. To promote any charitable activity for the benefit of the local people. To achieve its objective, the charity adopted the following strategies;
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Conducting Sunday worship services, midweek Bible study and prayer meetings;
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Running seminars in the church with proven ministers of faith to guide members in the various aspects of Christian faith;
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Support for other charities and Christian events; and
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Regular visitation within the local community to provide required support.
The activities for achieving its objectives include:
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Community outreach events
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Conference and events
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Welfare support to members and general public; and
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Various missionary activities
Achievements and Future Developments
By the grace of God, the past year has been filled with remarkable progress, impactful outreach, and spiritual growth within our church and community. Below are some of the key highlights and milestones:
1. Community Support & Outreach:
Our bi-weekly toiletries sharing care initiative supported over 300 families monthly. Through our Food Bank Programme, we reached and met the needs of approximately 683 people this year. We also provided 78 emergency supports across our 13 house fellowship centres, reaching various groups within the community.
2. Monthly Breakfast Evangelism:
Our monthly outreach served an average of 110 people each month, combining spiritual nourishment with physical feeding.
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3. Family Picnic & Community Bonding:
In August 2025, we held a Family Picnic at Albert Park, Middlesbrough, bringing together diverse families and cultures. We provided meals for over 430 participants, including children, in an atmosphere of love and unity.
4. Teens Holiday Training Programme:
We organised a Holiday IT & Handiwork Training alongside Biblical and Godly Relationship sessions for children aged 6–12 years. A total of 167 children participated in this impactful initiative.
5. 3rd Year Church Anniversary Celebration:
From 17th–19th October 2025, we celebrated our 3rd Anniversary with thanksgiving and outreach. Over 800 people were fed during the three-day event.
6. Spiritual Growth & Prayer Programmes:
We hosted several praise and worship moments, along with consistent prayer meetings throughout the church calendar year, giving glory to God for His faithfulness.
7. Property Acquisition & Maintenance:
To the glory of God, we purchased our own property at 37 & 39 Grange Road, Middlesbrough (TS1 5AU). Necessary maintenance and improvements have been carried out to enhance its use for worship and community impact.
8. Musical Equipment Upgrade:
We purchased new musical instruments to improve our sound system and enhance the quality of our worship experience.
9. Children and Teens Empowerment:
During our anniversary, we distributed polo shirts to 183 children and teenagers, symbolising unity and belonging.
10. Widows’ Support Weekend:
We hosted a special weekend of support for widows within our community, offering encouragement, care packages, and fellowship.
11. Youth and Young Adults Community Engagement:
Our youth and young adults visited Park View House during Christmas to sing and fellowship with vulnerable elders. They also organised street health check initiatives, encouraging healthy living and regular medical checkups.
12. Visionary Programmes and Initiatives:
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We launched several Visionary Planning and Implementation programmes, designed to strengthen leadership, evangelism, and community impact across all departments.
To God alone be all the glory for His faithfulness, provision, and grace upon RCCG Divine Throne.
Together, we look forward to greater achievements in the year ahead.
Financial Reviews
During the period, the total of sum £196,126 was received in voluntary income. Total resources expended was £101,538 thus resulting in operating income of £94,589. Cash in bank at the end of the period was £19,159.
Trustees’ Responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice.
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the net income or expenditure of the charity
for the year. In preparing these financial statements the trustees are required to:
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Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
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Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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State whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements; and
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Prepare the financial statements on the going-concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The appended financial statements have been prepared on the accrual’s basis and have been examined by an independent examiner, whose report is also appended.
This report was approved by the Board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
……7/11/2025………. Date
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT
Report to the trustees/members of: RCCG Divine Throne, Middlesbrough
On accounts for the year ended:
21[st] October 2025, set out on pages 8 - 14
Charity Number: 1206583
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees 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 required.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under Section 145 of the 2011 Act
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity commission (under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act); and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the Independent Examiner’s Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also include consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair view’ and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent Examiner’s Statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that:
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The accounts are not properly prepared in accordance with the Charities Act 2011; or
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The accounts do not accord with the accounting records kept by the charity; or
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The accounts fail to comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008.
I have no concerns and have not found any matters to which attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper
understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed: O.A.
Date: 8[th] November 2025
Name: Olalekan Aladesanmi, Ph.D., FAIA Position: Accounting and Finance Consultant Company: Breakthrough Professional Services Limited Address: 1 Hendon, Road, Sunderland, SR1 2HB Mobile: 07867474330 Email: info@breakthroughprofessionalservices.co.uk
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Year Ending 21[st] October 2025
| Notes INCOMING RESOURCES Donations, Legacies and similar incoming resources 3 Activities in furtherance of charity's object 4 Total Incoming Resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Grants Paid 5 Costs of activities for Charitable objectives 6 Support costs 7 Management and Governance Cost 8 Total Resources Expended Net (Resources expended/Incoming Resources) Total Funds brought forward Total Funds carried forward |
2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 168,201 - 168,201 89,376 27,926- 27,926 - |
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| 196,126- 196,126 89,376 |
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| 21,617 - 21,617 4,062 32,966 - 32,966 21,454 34,540 - 34,540 27,478 12,416-12,416 3,885 |
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| 101,538- 101,538 56,879 | |
| 94,589 - 94,589 32,496 50,486-50,486 17,990 |
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| 145,075- 145,075 50,486 |
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
Year Ending 21[st] October 2025
| Notes Non-current Assets Tangible Assets 9 Current Assets Debtor Cash in Bank Short Term Liabilities Creditors (amount falling due in one year) 10 Net Current Assets Long Term Liabilities Creditors (amount falling due after more than one year) 11 Net Assets Charity Funds Unrestricted Restricted Total Charity Funds 12 |
2025 2024 Total Funds Total Funds £ £ 296,815 16,346 |
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| 1,500 3,840 19,159 30,300 |
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| 20,659 34,140 | |
| 4,400 - |
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| 16,259 34,140 | |
| 168,000 - |
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| 145,07550,486 | |
| 145,075 50,486 - - |
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| 145,07550,486 |
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on …07/11/2025………. and were signed on its behalf by:
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ACCOUNTING POLICIES
1. Accounting Policy
The fundamental accounting policies, all of which have been consistently applied throughout the year, are set out below:
(a) Scope and Basis of Preparation
The financial statements of Solution Assembly have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective April 2008), the Charities Act 2011 and the requirements of the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting and Reporting by Charities.
(b) Fund Accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted funds can only be used for particular purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular purposes.
(c) Incoming Resources
All incoming resources are accounted for when the Charity is legally entitled to the funds and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
(d) Resources Expended
All expenditure is accrued for on accruals basis and has been included under expense categories that aggregate all costs for allocation to activities. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular activities they have been allocated on a basis consistent with the use of the resources.
(e) Cash flow
The financial statements do not include a cash flow statement because the church, as a small reporting entity, is exempt from the requirement to prepare such a statement under the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (effective June 2002).
(f) Tangible Fixed Assets and Depreciation
Depreciation is charged on an annual rate on a reducing balance basis in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
| Asset Category | Annual Rate |
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| Motor Vehicles | 10% on cost |
| Fixtures and Fittings | 20% on cost |
| Equipment | 20% on cost |
| Building | 2% on cost |
(g) Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
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NOTES
| 3. Donation, Legacies and Similar Incoming Resources Tithes Offering Thanksgiving First Fruits Seed of faith Welfare Anniversary support Kingdom Partners Building fund Special Projects Mission Others 4. Activities in Furtherance of Charity Object Grant Received - Gift aid scheme 5. Grants Paid (Institutional and Non- institutional) RCCG - World Evangelical Mission RCCG - Central Office Fund RCCG Area contribution Special programs (Youth events; children’s programs; Men's/Women conferences) Relief fund Food Bank |
2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 106,559 - 106,559 61,672 22,375 - 22,375 16,776 2,764 - 2,764 1,716 2,160 - 2,160 245 1,670 - 1,670 500 1,505 - 1,505 238 - - - 230 5,550 - 5,550 7,363 15,331 - 15,331 - 300 - 300 - 130 - 130 - 9,856 -9,856 636 168,201 - 168,201 89,376 2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 27,926 -27,926 - |
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| 27,926 - 27,926 - |
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| 2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ - - - - - - - - 150 - 150 850 5,954 - 5,954 2,819 3,836 - 3,836 2,945 11,677 -11,677 2,081 21,617 - 21,617 8,695 |
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| 6. Cost of Activities for Charitable Objectives Rent Building repairs Building insurance Local council rates |
2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 11,500 - 11,500 14,309 18,664 - 18,664 7,142 1,800 - 1,800 - 1,002 -1,002 3 |
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| 32,966 - 32,966 21,454 |
| 7. Support Costs Utilities Books/Postage/Stationeries Travel /Transport Vehicle repairs Vehicle insurance Welfare/Hospitality Printing Road tax Fuel Decorations IT expenses - internet, website and mobile Accommodation Parking fees and penalties Bank charges Sundry expenses Depreciation 8. Management and Governance Cost Retreat/Training Accounting fees Legal fees Broker fees Companies House fees Sponsor license fees Honourarium |
2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 1,909 - 1,909 115 1,155 - 1,155 707 693 - 693 3,246 834 - 834 1,271 1,904 - 1,904 1,263 9,444 - 9,444 11,002 2,328 - 2,328 980 477 - 477 259 2,245 - 2,245 2,982 1,131 - 1,131 200 1,081 - 1,081 458 620 - 620 336 138 - 138 236 51 - 51 - 93 - 93 328 10,435 -10,435 3,233 34,540 - 34,540 26,616 2025 2024 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Total Funds £ £ £ £ 1,263 - 1,263 1,500 1,517 - 1,517 925 6,473 - 6,473 460 1,455 - 1,455 - 334 - 334 - 1,074 - 1,074 - 300-300 1,000 |
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| 12,416- 12,416 3,885 |
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9. Non-current Assets: Tangible Assets
| Motor Vehicle Cost £ As at 22 October 2024 7,200 Additions - At 21 October 2025 7,200 Depreciation As at 22 October 2024 1,053 Charge for the year 615 At 21 October 2025 1,668 Net Book Value At 21 October 2025 5,532 10. Creditors: Amount Falling Due Within One Year Accrued Accountancy fees Unpaid short-term loan 11. Creditors: Amount Falling Due More than One Year Mortgage Loan Balance |
Motor Vehicle £ 7,200 - |
Fixtures & Fittings Equipment Building Total £ £ £ £ 3,558 10,729 - 21,487 2,580 8,326280,000290,906 |
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| 7,200 | 6,138 19,055 280,000 312,393 | |
| 1,053 615 |
857 3,232 - 5,142 1,056 3,165 5,600 10,435 |
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| 1,668 | 1,913 6,397 5,60015,577 | |
| 4,224 12,659 274,400 296,815 2024 2025 £ £ 1,900 - 2,500 - 4,400 - 2024 2025 £ £ 168,000 - |
12. Movements in funds
| Unrestricted Funds General Funds Restricted Funds Restricted Total Funds |
At 22/10/2024 Net movement in funds At 21/10/2025 £ £ £ 50,486 94,589 145,075 - - - |
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| 50,486 94,589 145,075 |
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