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Encounter With God Ministries London Charity Registration Number : 1206833 – 1[st] February 2024.

Encounter With God Ministries London

Trustees Report & Annual Accounts Financial Year Ending 31/10/2024

Contents

Legal & Administrative Details

Trustees Report

Receipts & Payments Statement Asset & Liability Statement Notes to the Accounts

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Encounter With God Ministries London

Charity Registration Number : 1206833 – 1[st] February 2024.

Legal & Administrative Details

Charity Name: Encounter With God Ministries London

Charity Number: 1206833 Charity Address: 54A, Wimborne Avenue, Hayes, UB4 0HQ.

Trustees: John Nimmakuri (Appointed 01/02/2024) Dr Christopher Cherian Benjamin (Appointed 14/02/2024) Antony John Horswood (Appointed 01/02/2024)

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Charity Registration Number : 1206833 – 1[st] February 2024.

Trustees’ Annual Report

for the Year End 31 October 2024

1. Objectives and Activities of the Charity

The primary objective of Encounter With God Ministries London is the advancement of the Christian faith for the public benefit, in accordance with our Statement of Faith. This is achieved through holding religious services and prayer meetings, providing Christian education, engaging in outreach and evangelism, and offering pastoral care in the local community.

Our key activities include:

• Weekly Sunday services held from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm at Hayes & Harlington Community Association Meeting Room No. 1, Albert Road, Hayes, Middlesex, UB3 4HR.

• Midweek Bible studies to nurture spiritual growth and scriptural understanding.

• Monthly fasting and prayer meetings for spiritual strengthening.

• Evangelism and outreach in local areas, including literature distribution and event participation.

• Organising foundation classes to establish new believers in the Christian faith.

• Hosting social events to build community and welcome newcomers.

• Developing Musical Instrument’s, other necessary skills for the interested members.

All activities are open to the public and are intended to bring spiritual, emotional, and relational benefit to individuals and families in our community.

2. Summary of the charity's main activities and achievements

Achievements and Performance – Activities During 2024

During the year 2024, Encounter With God Ministries London made significant progress in fulfilling its charitable purposes through a variety of evangelistic, pastoral, and community-based initiatives:

1. Scripture Distribution :

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• We distributed 300 Discover Magazines for children , helping them learn Bible stories in an engaging and age-appropriate format.

• We distributed 500 Explore Magazines around Hayes Community Centre , offering Bible-based content to the wider public.

• We distributed approximately 400 New Testaments and 50 Full Bibles in the Hayes community .

• At Brunel University , we hosted a stall and distributed around 400 New Testaments , engaging with students and university staff.

• At the Hayes Canal Festival , we distributed:

  • 200 New Testaments

  • 25 Full Bibles

  • Discover Magazines (Book of Luke)

• We also presented a Full Bible to the Mayor of Uxbridge , as a gesture of honour and spiritual encouragement.

• In June 2024 , we placed Hospital Bibles on patient lockers at Hillingdon Hospital , making the Word of God available to those in recovery or distress.

• We distributed Hope Magazines in elderly care homes in Hayes , providing encouragement, hope, and spiritual upliftment to the elderly.

• Believer’s Foundation Classes : We organised 10 foundation classes to ground church members in the essentials of the Christian faith and to help them grow in maturity.

• Monthly Fasting and Prayer Meetings : These gatherings, held once every month, fostered a deeper spiritual life and corporate intercession within the church.

• Weekly Bible Studies : Held every Wednesday , these sessions strengthened believers’ understanding of Scripture and promoted spiritual growth.

• Sunday Services and Fellowship : Our weekly Sunday service (10:30 am to 1:00 pm) remains central to our ministry. Refreshments and fellowship time afterward foster stronger relationships among members.

• Church Social Events : We hosted two barbeques during the year, creating a relaxed environment for members and newcomers to connect and build community.

• Pastoral Visits and Support : Upon invitation, we visited the homes of church members to provide spiritual encouragement, pray with families, and offer support for practical or emotional needs. These visits reflect our commitment to pastoral care and fellowship.

3. Financial Review

For the financial period from February 2024 to October 2024 , the church received total income of £4,993 . Total expenditure during the same period amounted to £3,564 , covering venue rental, ministry materials, outreach activities, and hospitality costs.

As of October 2024 , the remaining bank balance stood at £1,429 .

The trustees are committed to ensuring that all income is stewarded carefully in line with the ministry's charitable objectives and to maintain financial transparency.

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4. Structure, Governance and Management

Encounter With God Ministries London is overseen by a team of trustees who are responsible for strategic direction, safeguarding compliance, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the ministry. We operate in accordance with our governing document and uphold the values stated in our Statement of Faith.

5. Public Benefit Statement

The Trustees confirm that they have complied with the duty in section 4 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission.

All our activities, including worship, education, outreach, and community events, are provided free of charge and open to the general public, ensuring wide access and spiritual benefit for all who engage with the ministry.

Funds in Deficit

Not Applicable

Reserves Policy

The charity aims to hold a minimum of £1000 (which is approximately 2 months of expenditure) as unrestricted amount, so that the charity could continue to operate should income and / or expenditure vary adversely. At the year end, the charity held unrestricted amount of £1429.00 at Bank.

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Signature

This report is approved and signed by all the Trustees:

1. Antony John Horswood – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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2. Dr. Christopher Cherian Benjamin – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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3. John Nimmakuri – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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Receipts & Payments Statement

	Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
		Receipts
Donations & Legacies
Donations	4,916	0	4,916	0
Gift Aid	0	0	0	0
Grants	0	0	0	0
Charitable Activities
Event Income	0	0	0	0
Investments
Bank Interest	0	0	0	0
Trading Activities
Rental Income	0	0	0	0
Sales	0	0	0	0
Other
Loans Received	0	0	0	0
Other Income	77	0	77	0
Sale of Fixed Assets	0	0	0	0
Sale of Investments	0	0	0	0
Total receipts	4,993	0	4,993	0
		Payments
Charitable Activities
Activities	60	0	60	0
Admin	428	0	428	0
Advertising	0	0	0	0
Bank Charges	0	0	0	0
Event Costs	92	0	92	0
Gifts Given	0	0	0	0
Other Expenditure	1,077	0	1,077	0
Premises	1,566	0	1,566	0
Staff Costs	341	0	341	0
Youth Events	0	0	0	0
Governance Costs
Governance Costs	0	0	0	0
Other
Fixed Asset Purchases	0	0	0	0
Loans Repaid	0	0	0	0
Money Invested	0	0	0	0
Total payments	3,564	0	3,564	0
Net Receipts / Payments (before transfers)	1,429	0	1,429	0
Fund Transfers In	0	0	0	0
Fund Transfers Out	0	0	0	0
Net Movement of Cash Funds	1,429	0	1,429	0

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Total Cash Funds Brought Forward	0	0	0	0
Total Cash Funds Carried Forward	1,429	0	1,429	0
		Represented By
General (Unrestricted)	1,429	0	1,429	0

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Asset & Liability Statement

Cash Assets

Cash Assets	Cash Assets	Cash Assets	Cash Assets	Cash Assets	Cash Assets	Cash Assets
		Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
General (Unrestricted)		1,429	0	1,429	0
Other Monetary Assets
	Notes	Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
Gift Aid		0	0	0	0
Stock		0	0	0	0
Other		0	0	0	0
Investment Assets
	Notes	Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
Property		0	0	0	0
Investment Accounts		0	0	0	0
Other		0	0	0	0
Fixed Assets
	Notes	Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
Land & Buildings		0	0	0	0
Music & PA Equipment		0	0	0	0
Computers & IT		0	0	0	0
Furniture		0	0	0	0
Motor Vehicles		0	0	0	0
Liabilities
	Notes	Unrestricted	Restricted	Total	Prior Year
Loans Outstanding		0	0	0	0
Pension Payment Owed		0	0	0	0
HMRC Payments Owed		0	0	0	0
Independent Examination Fee Due		0	0	0	0
Other		0	0	0	0

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Notes to the Accounts

Accounting Policies

The accounts have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis and comprise a statement that shows the charity's receipts and payments, a statement that summarises the charity's assets and liabilities and related notes. The accountancy profession have determined that only accounts prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards present a 'true and fair' view and, as these receipts and payments accounts have not (and cannot) be prepared in accordance with accounting standards, these accounts do not present (and are not intended to present) a 'true and fair' view of the charity's financial activities and state of affairs.

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity. Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for particular purposes. Restricted funds are donations which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors; they include donations received from appeals for specific activities or projects.

Transactions to Related Trustees / Parties

Not Applicable.

Movement of Funds

Fund Name	Opening Balance	Income	Expenditure	Fund Transfers	Closing Balance
Unrestricted
General (Unrestricted)	0	4,993	3,564	0	1,429
Total	0	4,993	3,564	0	1,429
Unrestricted Total	0	4,993	3,564	0	1,429
Restricted Total	0	0	0	0	0
TOTAL	0	4,993	3,564	0	1,429

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Signature

This report is approved and signed by all the Trustees:

1. Antony John Horswood – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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2. Dr. Christopher Cherian Benjamin – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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3. John Nimmakuri – Trustee

• I formally agree, approve the Accounts and the Report.

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8/6/2025
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