IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM
TRUSTEES’ REPORT & ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR END 31 MARCH 2025
Registered Charity Number : 1207569
Table of Indices
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IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Charity Name
Full Non-Charity Name
Charity Registration Number Date of Charitable Registration Principal Office
Governing Document
Legal Status Trustees
Independent Examiner
IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM
IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM ‘ DIOS CON NOSOTROS’ (DCN)
1207569 22nd March 2024 UNIT 6B, FOUNTAYNE ROAD LONDON N15 4QL
Foundation CIO Constitution
CIO - FOUNDATION
Franz Enfrain Mejia Fernandez (Chair) Mariana Vallejo Guerra Ruth Judith Mejia Mamani Giovana Mamani Montalvo Cesar Ramon Britez Macareno
David Cumbe Gutierrez
Land Economy (Economics, Law & Finance) University of Cambridge
20 John Parry Court Hare Walk London N16RN
Bankers
Metro Bank
136A High Road Wood Green London N22 6EB United Kingdom
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IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustees have great pleasure in submitting the Report and Accounts for the period ended 31 March 2025.
Objectives and Activities
The charity's core mission is the advancement of the Christian faith and the education of Christian principles for the public benefit of the community throughout London in accordance with its statement of faith. This is achieved through a range of activities including: holding weekly prayer meetings, fellowship gatherings, mid-week study, religious education, raising awareness of Christian beliefs and practices, celebrating Christian festivals, events, conferences, and providing outreach and pastoral care in the community.
Main Activities in the Reporting Period
During the year, the church engaged in a variety of activities to fulfill its charitable objectives:
Regular Services and Fellowship: The church held consistent weekly public worship, prayer meetings, and Bible study sessions. Mid-week fellowship gatherings and dedicated youth work were also a key part of the schedule, providing a space for all ages to connect and grow. A weekly drop-in service offered a much-needed space for individuals to find pastoral support, reflection, and prayer. The Communion of the Lord's Supper was observed once a month.
Community and Outreach: Evangelism and mission work were carried out on the streets, where Christian beliefs were shared and support was offered to those in need. Pastoral care was a central focus, with trustees and volunteers providing support and advice to church members and the wider community. The church organised annual breakfast, lunch, and dinner gatherings as well as special community events to celebrate Easter and Christmas.
Training and Discipleship: The ministry placed a strong emphasis on nurturing and growing Christian disciples. This was supported by leadership and discipleship-focused training sessions. The church also maintained a growing online presence, regularly updating its website and social media channels with content to reach a wider audience, promote events, and provide ongoing education on Christian principles.
Achievements and Performance
Key Achievements
We are pleased to report on a year of significant progress and positive impact. A major highlight was the successful launch of our youth group, which meets on Saturdays. This new ministry has been well-received and has created a vibrant and safe community for young people. The church successfully conducted all its planned weekly services, prayer meetings, and special events. Our annual Easter and Christmas services were particularly successful, attracting excellent attendance and serving as powerful community events. In February 2025, we began the construction of a small interior extension at the church entrance, which was completed in March. This addition provided the added benefit of reducing the sound that carries from inside the church to the outside, ensuring a quieter and more peaceful environment for both our congregation and the wider community. It has also made the space more inviting and has greatly enhanced the overall appearance, creating a welcoming, warm, and professional atmosphere for everyone who comes through our doors.
Impact
Our activities have had a tangible impact on our beneficiaries and the wider community. The teaching and discipleship services have resulted in a significant increase in the congregation's knowledge and faith, strengthening the spiritual foundation of our members. Our growing online presence has enabled us to reach a wider audience, extending our impact beyond the physical walls of our church.
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Plans for the Coming Year
Looking ahead, we are excited to build on this year's momentum with several key initiatives:
Youth Ministries : We plan to organise a summer youth camp and a youth football tournament to continue engaging our young people and providing a positive community for them.
Expanded Outreach : We aim to produce a professionally filmed live worship session to further expand our reach on social media. Additionally, we plan to write and publish our own Christian literature to provide accessible resources to the community.
Financial and Physical Growth : The church will continue its efforts to maintain a growing and balanced financial stability. A key project is the completion of an extension to our sound system and meeting rooms, which will benefit both the local community and the worship team.
Partnerships and Volunteering : We will seek to establish a partnership with a Christian organisation to provide more formal Bible and theology studies for our members
Financial review
During the year, income was £31,915.96 and expenditure was £31,565.03. As a result, the cash held by the charity at the end of the period was £350.93, all of which is unrestricted and can be used for any charitable purpose.
Governance
Responsibility for setting policy and for making operating decisions rests with the trustees, who meet regularly to monitor the activities of the charity. New trustees can be recruited and appointed by the existing trustees by a majority vote.
Risk statement
The charity is exposed to various risks, including operational, financial, and reputational. The trustees review the charity's activities regularly to identify significant risks and, where possible, they take appropriate measures to mitigate those risks.
Responsibilities of trustees
Charity law requires us as Trustees to prepare financial statements for each accounting year, which record the receipts and payments of the charity for the year.
We are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable us to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011.
We also have a responsibility to safeguard the assets of the charity and to take reasonable steps to prevent fraud or any other irregularities.
Approval
This report was approved by the trustees and signed on their behalf by:
Name: Franz Enfrain Mejia Fernandez (Chair)
Signature:
Date: 27 / 09 / 2025
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of Iglesia de Tottenham ('the charity') for the period ended 31 March 2025, set out on pages 6 to 8.
Charity Registration Number: 1207569
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the trustees of the charity, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the 2011 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 2011 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 cause to believe that in any material respect:
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a) accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; or
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b) the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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c) the accounts did 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 requirement 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 order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signature:
David Cumbe Gutierrez
Land Economy (Economics, Law, Finance) | University of Cambridge
20 John Parry Court Hare Walk London N1 6RN
Date: 01 / 10 / 2025
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IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The notes on page 8 form part of these accounts.
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IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I approve these accounts and confirm that I have made available all relevant records and information for their preparation. The financial statements were approved by the trustees on:
Date: 27 / 09 / 2025
Name: Franz Enfrain Mejia Fernandez (Chair)
Signature:
Registered Company Number : 1207569
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IGLESIA DE TOTTENHAM NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
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 that are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors; they include donations received from appeals for specific activities or projects.
1. Donations
2. Utilities
All utility costs associated with the property are fully covered within the rental payments. This means that the rent payable includes the expenses for gas, electricity, water, and any other necessary utilities, and no additional charges are incurred in respect of these services.
3. Building maintenance and repairs
In February, we undertook the construction of a small interior extension at the entrance of the church, which was successfully completed in March. This project was carried out not only to enhance the aesthetic quality of the interior but also to serve an important functional purpose. The extension incorporated structural adaptations that improved insulation, most notably by soundproofing the entrance area so as to minimise the transmission of noise from within the church to the outside. The outcome has been a more controlled and professional environment, allowing services and activities to proceed without unnecessary disturbance whilst also reducing any impact on the surrounding community. In addition, the redesigned entrance has provided a more inviting, orderly, and welcoming transition space for all who enter.
4. Equipment purchases
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