Charity Number
701196
THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Report and Accounts
for the year
31 March 2024

THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Contents
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Page
Trust Information
Trustees Report
Trustees Responsibllltles
Independent Examiner'5 Report
Statement of Flnancial Actlvlties
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Accounts
10-13
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
Main Account
Buildin8 Fund
Specific Funds
14-15
16
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Trust Informatlon
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Charity Number
701196
Trustees
P. R. Hamlett
P. Mcmahon
P. D.Clift
J. Crabtree
A. Prosser
P. Leeming
(Chair)
Address
The King's Centre
Park Road
HALIFAX
HXI 2TS
Independent Examiner
S J Sutcliffe FCCA
Torevell Dent Limited
1-3 St Ann's Place
Pellon Lane
Halifax
HXI 5RB
Bankers
Virgin Money
7 Waterhouse Street
HALIFAX
HXI IXZ
Solicitors
Finn Gledhlll
1- 7 HarrSson Road
HALIFAX
HXI 2AG
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Trustees Annual Report
for the year ended 31 March 2024
The trustees submit their Annual Report and Accounts for the perlod ended 31 March 2024, whlch
have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102, Accounting and Reporting by Charitie5 2005,
and the Charities Act 2016.
Structure Governance and Mana
ement
Governlng document
The King's Church, Halifax is constltuted by a Deed of Trust and is a Registered Charity, No.701196
Its address is The King's Centre, Park Road, Halifax HXI 2TS.
Trustees:
Mr Peter Hamlett { Chair )
Mr Paul Clift
Mr Paul Mcmahon
Mr Jeffrey Crabtree
Mr Adrian Pr05ser
Mr Peter Leeming
Aims and Objectlves
The prime objective of the Charity is the advancement of the Christian faith locally, nationally and
internationally by any means including the preaching and proclamation of the Christian Gospel, the
teaching of Christian doctrine and principles and the pastoral care of Christian people.
Other objectives are: .
a) The relief of persons who are In conditions of need, hardshlp or distress or who are aged or slck.
b) The advancement of education on the basis of Christian prlnciples.
Finance
The finances of the church are predominantly dependant upon the free will offerings of its members both
on a regular basis and in response to opportunities to make special offerings as the need arises. This generositv
is greatly appreciated by the Trustees who reflect that generosity on the part of the entire church by the way of
the time-honoured policy of distributing to other churches and charities IO% of our people's giving as
recommended by The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) as set out below. Although that policy remalns, adopted
circumstances arose whereby it was not possible for the SLT members to notify recipients of the distribution
before the end of the financial year of 31 March 2024. This being so the funds agreed to be distributed have
been set aside and will be allocated at the same time as the distrbution of funds for that financial year.
DurinE the year the Church vacated it5 premises known as Jubilee House at Saint James Street near to
Halifax town centre. Initially the premises were let to Northern Lights Church who were grateful for a
temporary place of worship, but eventually the Trustees agreed that the time was right to put the
property onto the market. They were very pleased that the buyer was Happy Day5 which is a local
Registered Charity providing services to people who are homeless or in crisis and with whom
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King's have good relationships. The sale wa5 completed on 11 November 2023.
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THE KING'S CHURCH. HALIFAX
Trustees Annual Report (continued)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Review of progre55 and achievements
Peter Hamlett, a longstanding member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLTI retired from membership together
with his Wife, Beryl on Sunday 28th May 2023 when the Church thanked Peter & Beryl for their work over the
years. Peter was amazed when there entered the hall his great friend Pastor Rick Gillis from Texa5 USA,
his presence having been kept as a secret by Beryl. The sermon on that morning wa5 preached by Rick who later
prayed with several people. Peter and Beryl remain committed member5 of the Church and Peter continues
to be the Chair of Trustees.
The present members of the SLT are:_Paul Mcmahon; Paul & Eve Clift; Peter &Kate Leeming and Cath
& Angus Binns- MacGregor. The vision of the SLT for the Church is: Learning to Love & Serve Like Jesus
It is envisaged that for the foreseeable future there will be no intention to appoint a Senior Pastor of the
Church as the SLT is able to provide suitable teaching preaching and effective spi ritual leadership of the Church
in all of its aspects. In this respect the balance between older and younger member5 is welcomed and
appreciated. Paul Macmahon and Paul & Eve ClSft do not require remuneration but, in that there is no
Pastor's salary to cover, the remalnlng members are, with the Trustees, approval, remunerated.
Staff
See above in respect of the SLT.
Keith Kempster has been appointed to the important position of Treasurer.
Christine Kempster has taken up responsibility as Safeguarding Officer.
Christopher Lee does an excellent job a5 caretaker assisted, where necessary, by Tiago Dos Santos Card05a.
Beka Bourboulas has made good progress in her capacity as Receptionist and Church Secretary.
The Klng's Centre
There has been ongoing a large amount of development work at the King's Centre resulting In improvement
of facilities and usable space. In particular there have been several extensive renovations notably to the crèche
and to a room redesigned and named The Sanctuary which provides individLJals and small groups With an
ideal place for prayer and contemplation.
Prayer
Further in relation to The Sanctuary, prayer has always been a most important aspect of the life of
King's Church and this continues under the auspices of Mary Spencer particularly by way of The House of Prayer.
Heallng Rooms of Hallfax
Although Healing Rooms ceased to meet at Jubilee House some time ago , they have now reopened at the King's
Centre from 3pm until 7.30pm on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. A number of people have
attended and it is hoped that in due course there will be many more.
The King's Coffee House Limited
The King's Coffee House Limited continue5 to function as a separate trading company welcoming not only over the
counter sales including the ever-popular OAP specia15, but also catering for events and selling wholesale to outlets
at the Halifax Piece Hall,
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Trustees Annual Report (continued)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
KIn￿5 Communitles
The previous focu5 on missional communities has shifted somewhat. Consideration has been given to a revised
structure of a5 many of our people as possible joining small groups who will meet for prayer. following up on
Sunday preaching and fellowship, but with an underlying intention to engage in reaching out to the local
community wherever possible.
Room Hlre
Further in relation to community engagement the Church has continued to develop its room hire operations.
In addition to Stagecoach Performlng Arts hirers include diverse groups such as Calderdale Council, charitable
groups, support groups, healthy living groups, healthy holiday groups, mental health support, counselling
sessions, perinatal support groups, vulnerable adult groups, disabled groups, independent living group5, famllv
hubs, multicultural support group5, financlal support groups and many others. This has enabled the Church to
engage with. and support, a wide variety of organisatlons and charlties. Many complementary remarks are made to
King's volunteer5 in this respect.
Chllll Tuesday
The Church has started a new init13tive in partnership with Calderdale Christians in Schools (CIC'S) and Calderdale
College. Every Tuesday in term time, the Church provides hot meals and a place for college students to socialise.
The inltiative provides a warm and welcoming space for between 40 and 60 students per Session. The aim of the
the Initiative is to demonstrate the love of Jesus to the College by providing food for those in need and an open
caring environment for them to use throughout the College term.
Halifax Gala
The Church has once again made a good impresslon on visitors to the Annual Halifax Charity Gala providlng
refreshments, activities and opportunity to talk and answer questions about Church.
Special Events
The Church was privileged to have with them on 22 and 23, Aprll Cathy Madavan who has visited Halifax on
number of previous occasions and who is a well-known speaker and author of several Christian books. Cathy was the
main speaker at a Ladies Day on the Saturday of her visit which took place at the Elim Church premises in conjunction
with King's. This event wa5 very well attended and greatly appreciated by all concerned. Cathy went on to preach at
King's on the Sunday morning.
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On Saturday 7 June King's, with the consent of Calderdale Council, arranged a street party outside The
King's Centre to mark The Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla which was very much enjoyed by a
considerable number of people, not only Church members and attendees but a150 many neighbour5 With
whom it was good to socialise.
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Trustee5 Annual Report (continued)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Christmas
In the run up to Christmas Church members enthusiastically supported the Shoebox Appeal of the AMEN
Charity which provlde5 gifts for the poorest famille5 in Romania. On the morning of the laEt Sunday before
Christmas, Church members went out with gifts to staff at Calderdale Royal Hospltal, Halifax Fire Station,
Police station and Ambulance Station where, in each case, they were wholeheartedly welcomed and
thanked.
Famllles and Chlldren's Actlvltles
Last but by no means least The Church has welcomed a number of famllies during the year. For the time
bein8 Peter Leemlng is headin8 the team whlch ministers to children in thelr own room on Sunday mornings
whllst the sermon is preached to the adults downstairs. In partnership with Hallfax Central Church. King's ran
three day free hollday club for children between 6- 13 where youngsters enjoy free food, fun, activlties and
short 805pel message teaching. Church and non-church children were all welcome.
FSnance5
The attached financial 5tatement5 show the current state of the finances.
The total income of the Churcli has increased from £169,988 in 2022123 to F.176,955 in 2023124. and,
expenditure increased from £142,405 in 22/23 to £182,733 in 202.3/24. A5 a result, the Churcli finances report
3n in year defecit of £5,738 fr)r I'he 2023/24 ypar, for which we give Ihanks to God for His blcssii)E and provision
during thi5 difficult time,. and we continue to be extremely grateful to inembers lor their continupd financial
support.
The Charity's bankers remaln a5 Virgiii Money.
The Charity's independent examiners are Torevell Dent Limited, 1-3 St Ann'5 Place,
Pellon Lane, Halifax.
Peter Hamlett
Chair
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Statement of Trustees Responsibilities
for the year ended 31 March 2024
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Report of the Trustees and the financial statements in
accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standard5.
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales, the Charity Act 2011 and the provisions of the trust
deed 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 incoming resources and application of resources,
including the income and expenditure, of the charity for that period. In preparing those financial statements,
the trustees are required to
Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them con515tently'
observe the method5 and principles in the Charity SORP.
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,.
prepare the flnancial statements on the going concern basis unless It is inappropriate
to presume that the charity will contlnue in business.
The trustees are responslble for keeping proper accounting records which dlsclose wlth reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements
comply with the Charitie5 Act 2011 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the asset5 of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection
of fraud and other irregularlties.
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THE KING'S CHURCH. HALIFAX
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of The King's Church, Halifax
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of The King's Church Halifax for the year
ended 31 March 2024.
Responsibilities and basi5 of report
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 20111'the Act,)
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under sections 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)(bl of the 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:
11 accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by sectSon 130 of
the Act,. or
2) the accounts do not accord with those record5; or
3) the accounts do 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 thls report in order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
utcllffe FCCA
Torevell Dent Limited
Chartered Certified Accountant
1-3 St Ann's Place
Pellon Lane
Halifax
HXI 5RB
Date:
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Statement of Financial Activitles
for the year ended 31 March 2024
2024
Total
Fund5
2023
Total
Funds
Unrestricted Restrlcted
Fund5
Fund5
Notes
Incomlng Resources:
Incoming from generated funds:
Voluntary income
123,162
123,162
122,226
Incomlng from charltable actlvlties:
Other income
48,957
48,957
47,224
Interest Income
4,876
4,876
538
176,995
176,995
169,988
Resources Expended:
Costs of generatln8 fund5
Cha ritable activities
Governance costs
180,137
2,220
376
180,513
2,220
140,185
2,220
182,357
376
182,733
142,405
Net (Outgolng)/lncomin8 Resources
{5,3621
13761
15,738)
27,583
Balance as at l April 2023
93,648
732,523
826,171
798,588
Balance as at 31 March 2024
88,286
732,147
820,433
826,171
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THE KING'S CHURCH. HALIFAX
Balance Sheet
for the year ended 41 March 2024
2024
Tot31
Funds
2023
Total
Fund5
Unrestrlcted
Funds
R￿trIcted
Funds
Notes
Flxed Assets
TanLFible J55ets
11.914
613,044
G24,958
744.750
Current Assets
Dpbtor5
Cash at bank
lJf,302
86,554
15,J02
206. )68
12.699
84,805
120,014
120,014
2ZI,870
Creditors:
Amount8 falling dup wlthln one year
125.4841
19111
126,39SI
Iir),0831
119.103
19S 475
Net Assets
88,286
732,147
820,433
826,171
Funds
UnTe%lricied furids
Restricted lunds
118,2116
132.147
'JA,648
7?2,523
820 433
826 171
ThL f'indncial 5latemL4nls wp.rv approvL'd by I'he Truslccbs on
behalf bv,,"
Po i(kld_
P. B. Mcmahon
J. Crabtre
P.D.Ul
A.Pr05ser
P.R, Hamlett
P. Leernlng
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Accounting Policles
a) Accountlng Conventlon
The financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, and in accordance with
applicable Accounting Sta ndards, the Statement of Recommended Practice, Accounting by Charities 2CQ5 and
the Charitie5 Act 2011.
b) Incomlng Resources
All incoming resource5 are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity 15 legally entitled to
the Income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
c) Resources Expended
Resource5 expended comprlse all expendlture directly relating to the object5 of the charlty.
When nece55ary, costs are allocated between direct charitable eKpenditure, fund raising and management and
administration on an equitable basis
dl Flxed Asset5
Depreciation Is provided at the followin8 annual rates in order to write off each asset over its
estimated usef ul life,
Freehold Property
Off ice Equipment
Furnishings
Musical Equlpment
Technical and Other Equipment
Motor Vehicle
20% on written down value
20% on written down value
20% on written down value
20% on written down value
25% on cost
No depreciation 15 char8ed on Freehold Property as this is maintained to a standard to ensure that Its value is at
least equal to the value at which It Is disclosed in the Flnancial Statements,
e) Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund Accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restrlcted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restriction5
arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Net incomel(deficlt} of trading subsSdlary
The charity owns 100% of the share capital of The King's Coffee House Limited whose principal
activlty is the operation of a café for the benefit of the general public in addition to church groups
and members. One of the charity's trustees slts on the Board of Directors of this company but receives
no remuneration for doing so.
A summary ofthe result of the trading subsidiary for the year ended 31st March 2024 is as follows '.
Turnover
86,430
Cost of sales
175,9181
19,011
1,501
Admlnistration expenses
Net Profit
Corporatlon tax
Profit after tax
1,501
Accounts for the above sub5idlary have been filed with the Registrar of Companies.
Resources Expended
2024
Total
Funds
2023
Total
Funds
Unrestricted Restrlcted
Fund5
Fund5
Charllable actlvitles:
Pastoral support and expenses
Mission and other charitable gift5
Premises expenses
Administratlon costs
Events and activities
Depreciation
Renovations
S.L)JO
18,436
44,503
91,277
17,622
3,299
5,000
18,436
44,503
91,277
17,622
3,299
376
8,500
25,181
33,973
59,483
8,540
4,086
422
376
180,137
376
180,513
140,185
Governance costs:
Independent examiner's fee
2,220
2,220
2,220
2,220
2,220
2,220
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Tan8ible Flxed Assets
Unrestrlrted funds..
Techni¢al
and other
equipment
Offlce
equipment
Musical
equiprnent
Motor
Furnishings
Total
At l April 2023
Additions
1,045
4,665
1,618
4,378
11.706
625
1.504
66
1,312
3,507
Disposals
1861
1.584
186)
15,127
6,169
1,684
5.690
Depreciatlon for perlod
Eliminated on dlsposals
At 31 March 2024
13311
74
11,2341
13371
11,385}
13,2871
74
1,327
4,935
1,347
4,305
11,914
Restrlcted funds:
Freehold
5 St James
Street
Freehold
Kln8's Centre
Park Road
Total
At l April 2023
120,000
613,044
733,044
Disp05als
1120,0001
1120.0001
Depreclatlon for perlod
At 31 March 20Z4
613,044
613.044
613,044
613,044
Debtor5 and prepayments
2024
Total
Funds
2023
Total
Funds
Unrestrlcted
Funds
Restrlcted
Fund5
Income tax recoverable
Other debtors
4,198
11,104
4,198
11,104
4,160
8,539
15,302
15,302
12,699
Creditors - due wlthin one year
2024
Total
Fund5
2023
Total
Funds
Unrestricted
Funds
Restrlcted
Funds
Specified funds
Creditors and accruals
911
911
25,484
4,043
12,IMo
25.484
25,484
911
26,395
16,083
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Notes to the Accounts
forthe year ended 31 March 2024
Staff Costs
2024
2023
Salarle5 and Wa8e5
Social Security Costs
70,729
918
48,753
1,294
71.647
50,047
Tran5actlon5 wlth trustees
Two of the trustees are also engaged in Ministry and in accordance wlth the Trust Deed,
rnini5try fees and expenses were paid to them during the year as follows
2024
2023
P. B.McMahon
P.J.Leemlng
9,679
6,961
10,619
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Detailed Statement of Financial Activitles
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Main account {unrestrlcted}
2024
2023
Incomlng Resources:
Tlthes and Gift Aid donations
Special offerlngs and other gifts
Tax recovered on Gift Aid donations
Room Usage
Book sale5
Church and other events
Sundry income
Bank interest
105,532
640
16,990
46,927
1,945
85
100.066
2,470
19,690
44,748
1,249
225
1,002
538
169.988
4.876
176,995
Resources Expended:
Local ministry 5UPPOrt
Other ministry support
Tithe
Other charities and outreach
Office salaries
Leaders expenses
Motor expenses
5,000
3,176
10.425
4,835
71,647
350
1,259
8,500
6,893
10,018
8.270
50,047
428
1,849
96,692
86,CMJ5
Operatlng expenses
Light and heat
Insurances
Water
St James Street costs
Technical equipment repairs
15.786
12,056
2,121
538
2,859
16,125
9,207
1,534
932
1,771
33,360
29,569
Carrled Fonvard
46,943
54,414
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THE KING'S CHURCH. HALIFAX
Detalled Statement of Financlal Actlvltie5
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Main account (unrestricted)
2024
2023
Brought Forward
46,943
54,414
Repair5. maintenance and renovations
Telephone and internet
Posta8È, stationery and printing
Outreach courses and literature
Independent examiner's fee
Professional fees
Children's work
Ma8azines and books
Catering
Church and other events
Sundry expenses
Depreciation..
11,143
1,371
10.272
1,771
2,220
1,280
2,090
1,317
10,570
1,874
5,098
331
1,234
337
1,385
12
4,404
1,217
3,133
381
2,220
297
1.247
1,475
S.046
391
2,512
261
1,167
404
1,326
928
Office equipment
Furnishing5
Musical equipment
Technical and other equlpment
Loss on disposal of fixed assets
52,305
26,409
Net Income
15,362)
28.005
Balance brought forward
93,648
65,643
Balance carried forward
88,286
93,648
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THE KING'S CHURCH. HALIFAX
Detailed Statement of Financial Activitles
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Buikling Fund (restricted)
2024
2023
Incomlng resources:
Resources expended:
Refurblshment
376
422
376
422
Net (expendlture)
{376)
1422)
Balance b/fwd.
732,523
732,945
Balance c/fwd.
732,147
732,523
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THE KING'S CHURCH, HALIFAX
Detailed Statement of Financial Activltles
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Specified Fund5
Asat
31-Mar-23
A5at
31-Mar-24
Recelpts
Payment5
Blesslng Fund
{574)
11,6091
1,510
16731
Healing Rooms
11,3651
320
{1,0451
Children's Blesslng
16721
12851
760
11971
Uganda Children
{776)
(3,6021
3,816
{5621
Mum2Mum
11901
190
Parent and Toddler
(451)
{2451
1,093
397
The Brid8eProJect
1151
1151
Famlly Life Events
{6301
16301
Chllll Tuesday
12,6171
4,431
1,814
(4,0431
(8,9881
12,120
(9111
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