Registered charity number : 1212560
THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD HOUSE OF PRAISE LEEDS Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 July 2026
THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD HOUSE OF PRAISE LEEDS
Reports of the Trustees for the year ended 31 July 2026
Administrative Information:
The Redeemed Christian Church of God: House of Praise Leeds is part of The Redeemed Christian Church of God (UK) a national church organisation in the United Kingdom.
Address
20 Rycroft Avenue Leeds LS13 4NJ
Board of Trustees
Helin Oghweh Chairman Charles Kolade Oluyomi Amoke Oluranti Adeyemi
Pastor-in-Charge
Pastor Ariyo Sunday Areola
Banker
Lloyds 25 Gresham Street London EC2V 7HN
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Reports of the Trustees continued
Aims and purpose
The strategic objectives of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) , House of praise are aligned with its charitable aims and designed to advance its Christian mission while serving the wider community. These objectives are as follows:
1. Worship and Prayer - To promote Christian worship, prayer, and spiritual growth through regular worship services, Bible study, discipleship programmes, and other activities that deepen understanding of the Gospel and encourage greater awareness of God's presence and love. 2. Pastoral Care and Community Service - To provide pastoral support, counselling, practical assistance, and compassionate care to individuals and families within the church and the wider community, demonstrating Christian values through acts of service.
- Evangelism and Mission - To advance the Christian faith by equipping members with the confidence, knowledge, and skills to share the Gospel, undertake missionary activities, and promote the message of God's love both locally and beyond.
Objective and activities
As part of its commitment to community engagement and partnership, RCCG House of Praise actively collaborates with other churches, voluntary organisations, and community groups to deliver services that benefit the wider public. Through these partnerships, the church seeks to strengthen community cohesion, promote social wellbeing, and advance its charitable objectives.
Structure, governance and management
Thee was no change in the composition of the board of trustees in the year. The board met regularly and set the direction and policy framework for the Church. The board also put in place the process for reviewing, evaluating and implementing appropriate risk management framework.
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 confirm that systems have been established to enable regular reports to be produced so that the necessary steps can be taken to lessen these risks.
Financial review
Total income during the year was £43,039. The total expenditure was £32,423 Overall, the church fund stood at a positive balance of £10,615.
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Accounting Policies
a) Basis of accounting
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP). The statement of financial activities (SOFA) is presented in columns for general fund and endowment capital, showing the net incoming resources, resources expended, and all other recognised gains and losses in the appropriate column.
The financial statements are also prepared in accordance with the historical cost convention. They comply with all applicable United Kingdom law and accounting standards.
b) Incoming resources
Donations, contributions and legacies are accounted for when entitlement has been confirmed, the amount can be measured accurately and receipt is certain.
c) Resources expended
All resources expended are accounted for on an accrual basis. Any ensuing liabilities are recognised as soon as constructive obligation arises.
d) Funds
Unrestricted funds are funds which are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific instructions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the trustees’ particular purpose. The cost of raising and administering such funds are charged against specific fund.
e) Depreciation
Depreciation on fixed assets is charged so as to write off their full costs less estimated residual value over their expected useful lives at the following rates:
Computer equipment 50% straight line Motor vehicle 25% straight line
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Statements of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 July 2026
| **Unrestricted ** | Restricted | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | Fund | 2026 | ||
| Incoming resources | Notes | £ | ||
| Voluntary incomes | 1 | 43 039 | 0 | 43 039 |
| Other income | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total incoming resources | 43 039 | 0 | 43 039 | |
| Resources expended | ||||
| Church activities | 2 | 32 423 | 0 | 32 423 |
| Fund raising | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total resources expended | 32 423 | 0 | 32 423 | |
| Net incoming/(Outgoing) resources | ||||
| before transfers | 10 615 | 0 | 10 615 | |
| Gross transfers between funds | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Net incoming/(Outgoing) resources after transfers | ||||
| and before other recognised gain/loss | 10 615 | 0 | 10 615 | |
| Gain/(loss) on revaluation | and disposal of | |||
| investment assets | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Net movement in funds | 10 615 | 0 | 10 615 | |
| Total funds b/f at 17 March 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total funds c/f at 31 July 2026 | 10 615 | 0 | 10 615 |
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Balance sheet at 31 July 2026
| Notes | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | ||
| Fixed assets | ||
| Tangible assets | 4 | 7 009 |
| Current assets | ||
| Prepayment | - | |
| Cash at bank and in hand | 5 | 3 606 |
| 3 606 | ||
| Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | ||
| Provisions and liabilities | ||
| Total Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | - | |
| Net current assets | 3 606 | |
| Total assets less current liabilities | 10 615 | |
| Creditors: amounts falling due after more than | one year | |
| Loan | - | |
| Total Creditors: amounts falling due after more | than one | - |
| Net Assets | 10 615 | |
| Funds of the Charity | ||
| Unrestricted fund | 10 615 | |
| Restricted fund | - | |
| Total Funds carried forward | 10 615 |
Approved by the Board of Trustees on 3 June, 2026 and signed on their behalf by
Helin Oghweh� Chair, Board of Trustees
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 July 2026
| 1. Incoming resources Tithes Offering Thanksgiving 2. Resources expended Rent (Pudsey Masonic Hall) RCCG Central Other direct cost Entertainment Pastor'a allowance Welfare Accountancy fee Rates & water Light, Power, Heating General Travel expenses Bank charges General Insurance Stationery & Postage Telephone, fax & Internet Sundry expenses Subscription |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Fund Fund 2026 £ 22 464 60 0 00 22 464 60 20 414 11 0 00 20 414 11 160 00 0 00 160 00 |
|---|---|
| 43 038 71 0 00 43 038 71 |
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| 1 880 00 0 00 1 880 00 3 379 07 0 00 3 379 07 13 228 86 0 00 13 228 86 550 00 0 00 550 00 500 00 0 00 500 00 7 422 60 0 00 7 422 60 720 00 0 00 720 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 4 609 48 0 00 4 609 48 25 50 0 00 25 50 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 0 00 10788 0 00 10788 |
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| 32 423 39 0 00 32 423 39 |
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Notes to the Financial Statements for the year ended 31 July 2026
| 3. Net incoming/(Outgoing) resources This is stated after charging: Depreciation Accountancy service 4. Tangible fixed assets Cost: At 17 March 2025 Addition At 31 July 2026 Depreciation: At 17 March 2025 Addition At 31 July 2026 Net book value: At 17 March 2025 At 31 July 2026 |
2026 £ 0 500 2026 £ 7 009 0 |
|---|---|
| 7 009 | |
| 0 0 |
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| 0 | |
| 7 009 7 009 |
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Independent Examiner's Report to the trustees of The Redeemed Christian Church of God House of Praise
I report on the accounts for the year 31 July, 2026 which are set out on pages 5 to 9.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The Church's trustees are responsibilities for the preparation of the accounts. The church's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts (under section 145 of the CharitiesAct), to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with 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 trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts presents a 'true and fair' view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent Examiner’s statement
In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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which give me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements a. to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and b. to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act; have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Matthew Odu Practical Advice Consulting Limited 1000 Great West Road, Brentford London. TW8 9DW.
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