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2025-12-31-accounts

Company number 13227620

Charity Registration Number: 1211813

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW

Report and Financial Statements

For the year ended 31 December 2025

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

Contents Page
Legal and Administrative Information 2
Report of the Trustees 3-7
Independent Examiner's report 8
Statement of Financial Activities 9
Balance sheet 10
Notes forming part of the Financial statements 11-13

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Officers and Professional advisers

TRUSTEES

ADEDOTUN OLADELE FAGADE JOSEPH ADEWALE OLUSANYA ADEBANKE MARY SALISU

REGISTERED OFFICE

99 MORLEY GROVE HARLOW CM20 1ED

BANKERS

HSBC BANK PLC 28 BOROUGH HIGH STREET SOUTHWARK LONDON SE1 1YBL

EXAMINER

BIFAAN LTD 76 Willowfield Harlow Essex CM18 6RS

CHARITY COMMISSION REGISTERED NUMBER 1211813

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of The Redeemed Christian Church of God Inspiration House Harlow for the 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2025. The Annual report serves the purposes of both a Trustees" report and a directors' report under company law. The Trustees confirm that the Annual report and financial statements of the charitable company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable company's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019).

Since the charitable company qualifies as small under section 382 of the Companies Act 2006, the Strategic report required of medium and large companies under the Companies Act 2006 (Strategic Report and Directors Report) Regulations 2013 has been omitted

Objectives and activities

To seek the advancement of the christian religion in accordance with the teaching of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and to educate people in the Word of God. To teach the knowledge of Jesus Christ all over our area of operations and beyond.

The board of Trustees confirms that they have met their duties in strict compliance with the provisions of section 4 and 17 of the Charities Act 2011 and have had due regards to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit. Consideration has been given to the Charity Commission’s supplementary public guidance provisions on the advancement of religion for public benefit.

In setting objectives and planning for activities, the Trustees have considered general guidance published by the Charity Commission relating to public benefit, including the guidance "Public benefit running a charity (PB2).

b. Strategies for achieving objectives

The charity's objectives are:

c. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

The Church, in pursuit of her objectives, organized programs and events which were open to all throughout the period under review. Christian worship services were conducted on regular basis. They were in addition to various teaching sessions for all and sundry, as well as training sessions for our volunteers.

d. Volunteers

The church is grateful for the efforts of its volunteers who are involved in service provision, office work and administration. It is estimated that over 6,980 volunteer hours were provided during 2025. If this is valued at £12.71 an hour, the volunteer effort amounts to over £88,715.80.

Achievements and performance

a. Review of activities

The Church is open to the public for all the services and all the events we organise are open to the public. All our events are free, and flyers are printed and handed out to the members of the public to create awareness

We engage in various community events during the year such as:

  1. Bible Study Groups: We conduct weekly Bible study sessions focused on hope and renewal in Christ for individuals facing life challenges. Provide in-depth teaching of God's Word to inspire hope and renewal.

  2. Weekly sessions focus on different themes such as hope, faith, and overcoming challenges.

  3. Utilize existing church facilities and volunteer teachers to run the sessions, ensuring all necessary resources are available and aligns with the mission to inspire hope through teaching God's Word

  4. Counseling Services: Offer emotional and spiritual support to those in need. One-onone counseling group therapy sessions, and workshops on mental health and spiritual growth.

  5. Community Outreach Programs: Reach out to the community with unconditional love and support. Food drives. clothing donations, furniture and free health check.

  6. Youth and Children's Ministries: Prepare the younger generation for a life of faith and service, using home cells, Sunday school, youth camps, and mentorship programs

  7. Prayer Meetings: Foster a strong prayer life among members. Regular prayer meetings, prayer chains, and intercessory prayer groups.

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

  1. Educational Workshop: Equip members with knowledge and skills for personal and spiritual growth. Workshops on financial management, career development, and parenting

  2. Support Groups: Provide a safe space for individuals facing similar life challenges. Support groups for grief, addiction recovery, and single parents.

  3. Evangelism and Mission Trips: Spread the Gospel message beyond the local community. Organize mission trips, local evangelism events, and community service projects.

  4. Cultural and Recreational Activities: Build a sense of community and belonging. Family rights, sports events, and cultural festivals.

  5. Volunteer Programs: Encourage members to serve and give back to the community. Partner with local charities, organize community clean-up days, and volunteer at shelters, Street Pastors, Rail Pastor and Community Pastor groups.

  6. Online Prescence: Have online presence on Web to share engaging content like sermons and community event reaching out to wider audience.

b. Investment policy and performance

The trustees have decided that at present, funds should be retained in Banks and building societies. Any change in such banking arrangements should be agreed by the board. As far as possible, funds will be retained in interest bearing accounts.

Financial review

a. Going concern

After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charitable company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.

b. Reserves policy

The trustees have established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets (the free reserves') held by the church should be 3 months of annual expenditure. At this level, the trustees feel that they would be able to continue the current activities of the church in the event of a significant drop in funding. The free reserve for the year is £53,197.00 (2024 - £55,802.00).

c. Principal funding

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

This is provided mainly through voluntary tithes and offerings by the church members. Pledges are also taken for specific projects.

d. Financial Position

The church income increases and free reserves and is financially stable.

Structure, governance and management

a. Constitution

The Redeemed Christian Church of God Inspiration House Harlow is registered as a company limited by guarantee and was set up by a Memorandum of Association.

b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees.

The management of the charitable company is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of the Memorandum of Association

c. Organisational structure and decision-making policies

The charitable company is organised so that the Board of Trustees meet to manage its affairs on a regular basis. The day-to-day administration of the charity is delegated to the Minister in Charge, who reports frequently. on the affairs of the charity, to the trustees.

d. Risk Management

The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charitable company is exposed, those related to the operations and finances of the charitable company and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate our exposure to the major risks.

Members' Liability

The Members of the charitable company guarantee to contribute an amount not exceeding £10 to the assets of the charitable company in the event of winding up.

Statement of Trustees' responsibilities

The Trustees who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible preparing the Trustees" report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (Unted Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under company law, the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and far view of the situation of the charitable company and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to

The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the chartable company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the chartable company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the chartable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities

Approved by the order of the members of the board of trustees and signed on their behalf by:

Mr. ADEDOTUN OLADELE FAGADE Date:

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

Notes
INCOMING RESOURCES FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
General Donations
2
Other income
TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Cost of Generating Funds
3
Governance
4
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
Net income/(outgoing) resources
Total funds brought forward
Total funds carried forward		 Un-restricted
Funds
2025
£
52,566
-		 Restricted
Funds
2025
£
-
-		 2025
2024
Total Funds
Total
Funds
2025
2024
£
£
52,566
50,151
-
-
52,566 - 52,566
50,151
55,171
-		 -
-		 55,171
50,631
-
1,875
55,171
52,506
(2,605)
(2,356)
55,802
58,158
53,197
55,802
55,171 -
(2,605)
55,802		 -
53,197 -

All incoming resources are derived from continuing operations. The charity has no other gains or losses other than those recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities.

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

Note 2.
Incoming Resources - General Donations
General Donations		 Unrestricted
Funds
£
52,565.63		 2025
2024
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
52,566
46,902
Others 3248.29
Note 3.
Resources Expended - Activities
Bank charges
Charity
Accountancy
Training
Equipment
Depreciation
Events & Other related costs
Insurance
Motor Expenses
Travelling
Welfare Expenses
Printing & Stationary
Software
Head Office Remmitance
Rent
Repairs
Honorarium
Telephone, internet & postage
Advertisement
Ticket		 52,566
Unrestricted
Funds
£
116
1,000
550
-
1,124
-
24,855
1,275
80
3,525
6,387
-
-
-
7,348
1,538
4,475
-
480
2,420
55,171		 -
52,566
50,151
2025
2024
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
£
£
£
-
116
126
1,000
5,450
550
-
-
355
1,124
3,463
-
330
24,855
9,608
1,275
1,450
80
1,133
3,525
1,537
6,387
4,861
-
400
-
187
-
11,378
7,348
7,607
1,538
-
4,475
1,000
-
1,745
480
2,420
-
-
55,171
50,631

THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD INSPIRATION HOUSE HARLOW REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 December 2025

Note 3.
Resources Expended – Governance
Accountancy
Other professional fees
Note 4.
TANGIBLE ASSETS
Cost
Total Costs
Depreciation
Charge for the year
Balance carried forward
Net book value
At 31 DECEMBER 2024
At 31 DECEMBER 2025		 Unrestricted
Funds
£
-
Motor vehicles
£
-
-
-
-		 2025
Restricted
Total
Funds
Funds
£
£
-
-
-		 2025
Restricted
Total
Funds
Funds
£
£
-
-
-		 2024
Total
Funds
£
1,500
375
-
-		 1,875
2025
2024
Total
Total
£
£
-
330
- 330
- 330
-
- -
- 330
- -
Note 5.
Cash at bank and in hand		 2025 2024
Cash at bank
Cash at hand		 £
53,197
-		 £
55,802
-
53,197 55,802
Note 6
Total Funds		 2025 2024
Reserve brought Forward
Prior Adj
Surplus (Deficit) for the year
Note 6.1
Analysis of net assets by fund
Cash at bank and in hand
Other net assets (liabilities)		 Unrestricted
Funds
£
53,197
53,197		 £
55,802
(2,605)
53,197
2025
Restricted
Total
Funds
Funds
£
£
-
53,197
-		 £
55,802
(2,605)		 £
58,158
(2,356)
53,197 55,802
2024
Total
Funds
£
55,802
-
53,197		 55,802