New Testament
Pentecostal Church
Annual Report
for the Year to March 31st 2023
New Testament Pentecostal Church is a Registered Charity in Northern Ireland: NIC100894
www.ntcballynahinch.org

New Testament Pentecostal Church
Report of the Trustees
For the Year ended 31 March 2023
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended
31 March 2023. The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended
Practice ISORP) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities,.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DEfAILS
Registered Charity number
NIC100894
Registered office
17-19 Main Street
Ballynahinch
Co. Down
BT24 8DN
Trustees
Mr T Mcllwrath - Chairman
Mr S Nixon
Mr B Annett
Mr B Porter
Mr D Woods
Trustee Secretary
Miss E Edmonds
Accountants
Gilchrist & Co {CA} Ltd
Chartered Accountants
17 Kensington Gate
Kensington Road
Belfast, BT5 6PF
STRucfuRE, GOVERNANCE AND mANAGEmE￿r
Governing document
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a constitution.
New Testament Pentecostal Church is a registered charity, charity number NIC100894
organised by means of its constitution and operating as a church.
Trustee Selection and Management
New Testament Pentecostal Church is managed by a leadership team which consists of all
the appointed trustees. The leadership team generally meets monthly to pray. The financial
considerations are also discussed and reviewed. The meetings also serve as a forum to
review recent activities within the church and to plan forthcoming events. Applications for

membership received are considered at meetings along with regular reports on the various
areas within the church work.
The Annual report and Statement of Accounts are approved by the trustees and then
presented to the members at the Annual Members Meeting.
New Trustees are appointed when appropriate. Suitable candidate5, who are generally
selected from within the membership of New Testament Pentecostal Church, are
considered on the basis of their skills, experience and sympathy with the aims of the church.
New Trustees have the opportunity of reviewing appropriate documents, including accounts
as part of their induction.
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Organisational strurture
The day to day running of the church is undertaken by the Pastor Timothy Mcllwrath.
Risk Management
The systems of internal control are designed to provide reasonable, but not absolute,
assurance against material misstatement or loss. They include:
* Regular review by the Trustees of financial reports
Identification and management of risk
OBJECTIVES AND AcfiviTIES
Objectlves and alms
The objettives of New Testament Pentecostal Church are to seek and advance the Kingdom
of God in our town and wherever we are led to further the Gospel of Jesus Christ, building
up the faith of Christian believers, promoting Christian education and bringing relief to the
poor, the needy and the sick. The trustees also regard the guidance issued by the Nl Charity
Commission with regards to public benefit in considering how its aims are achieved.
During the period l April 2022- 31 March 2023, the church has fulfilled these objectives as
set out below.
Glvlng to other organisations / charltles who are seeklng to advance the Klngdom of God,
further the Gospel of Jesus Christ and bulld up the faith of Christian believers..
Durin8 this period we have continued to support the work of organisations / charities by
way of gifts and monthly financial support. These organisations and charities represent our
commitment and support locally, nationally and internationally.
Achlevements and Performance
Performance agoinst Objertives
Our performance against objectives is reflected in the activities undertaken largely by the
church members of New Testament Pentecostal Church who volunteer their time, energy
and money freely because of their Christian faith. The leadership and organisation of the

activity is the primary responsibility of the pastor and a small leadership team in support of
the pastor.
Furthering the Gospel of Jesus Chrlst and Advancing the Kingdom of God
New Testament Pentecostal Church aims to advance the Kingdom of God throughout the
town of Ballynahinch and wherever the Lord gives an opportunity. We seek as a fellowship
to reach out to our local community in a variety of ways
l) Sunday Morning Worship and Evening Gospel Services
Held each week at 11am & 6:30pm. The church welcomes everyone irrespective of their
background or community they belong to. There are some who have visited in this year and
have then joined us in fellowship. We continue to thank God for his blessing on the work
and the growing number of people attending the weekly meetings. Our weekly seniices are
also live streamed conscious of those who cannot physically attend the church fellowship.
Services and events are communicated through the usual avenues of social media i.e.
Facebook and what's app; the café and Christian bookshop also use Instagram to
communicate with the Ballynahinch community.
2) Evergreen Seniors Lunch
Held monthly, senior citizens are invited to a free lunch. The aim is to provide a carin8
environment where seniors can meet with others of similar age and circumstances, have a
listenin8 ear if needed and have a time of fellowship around God's word. A small team of
dedicated helpers plan, cook and minister on a monthly basis.
3) Café 3:16
The fellowship's outreach 'Honesty Box, café ha5 firmly established itself in the heart of the
town as a place to meet friends, chat, and get a great cup of coffee. Open Tuesday through
to Saturday each week from 9am- 4pm this work continues to grow and is appreciated in
Ballynahinch. Many opportunities for ministry have resulted from the work done in the café.
4) Door to door Evangelism
Personal visits and invitations are regularly presented to homes in the Ballynahinch area.
We hold an annual mission or special meeting with the purpose of inviting who do not have
any contact with or attend any religious service. Also provides an opportunity to leave an
invitation to the other activities of the church.
5) Lighthouse Bible Club
Weekly children's, Bible Club on Thursday evenings during school term time. Open to all
children of Primary School age and attended on average by 30+ children from the church
fellowship and local area. During the bible club, the children participate in action songs,
games and quizzes and hear a bible story- a visit from Freddie the puppet is always enjoyed
by the boys and girls and the grown-ups to!

6) Pillars Youth Fellowship & Cornerstone Young Adults
Meeting each Friday evenin& Pillars Youth fellowship continues to grow in providing
fellowship, teaching from God's word and a variety of activities for those aged 11-17. It has
been a great encouragement to see those attending from outside the fellowship.
Cornerstone Young Adults Age 18-30
Meeting weekly, those attending are regularly encouraged in God's word and fellowship
together. The emphasis is on cultivating young people who love God and His word; who care
for the needs of others in the church fellowship and local community and who reach their
peers with the Gospel.
7) Hope Mission Outreach
Twice weekly a dedicated team of volunteers provide hot food and drinks to the most
vulnerable in Belfast city centre. Firmly established among the homeless community, this
work continues to provide an opportunity of not only food but ongoing friendship and
support which continues throughout the week with visits to hospital, prison and shelters.
Each Sunday evening the Hope Mission van is available for those wishing to attend our
evening service. This work is greatly valued and we continue to see much growth and
development in this area.
Relief of slckness and flnancial hardshlp and to promote and preserve good health
Performance against Objectives
As a fellowship of Christian believers we actively seek ways to bless and help those in our
community who find themselves in need spiritually• physically and or financially. Throughout
the year we have made gifts of food and money to those needs which have been presented
to us and those of whom we have been made aware of. This has also included the regular
contact by the Pastor and others to those who are sick. particularly the elderly. The Pastor
primarily and when necessary the church leadership have and will continue to make
themselves available to council and provide support to those experiencing difficulties for
whatever reason. Our 'Honesty box, café continues to provide an opportunity to minister to
the whole community in providing a meal or refreshment.
Building up the Faith of Christian Bellevers and Advanclng Educatlon, Tralnlng
The preaching and teaching of the Word of God is paramount in building up the faith of
Christian believers and is central to our Sunday Worship Services. We also met each
Wednesday for further bible study via online streaming. Encouraging discipleship and
service in the Lord's work is ever the aim.
New believers and discipleship classes are held periodically to encourage new and younger
believers in their Christian faith.
Summary
Although not in any way an exhaustive list of our activities; it provides a means of
demonstrating that New Testament Pentecostal Church fulfils its aims and objectives for the

public benefit. We continue to go forward, progressing the work as led and establishing
witness and testimony of the Lord Jesus Christ in Ballynahinch.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
The church's principal source of funding is through the weekly giving of the members and
those regularly attending the church meetings and worship sep4ices. No fundraising is
undertaken outside of this. No investments are made by the church: funds are placed into
bank deposit account.
The trustees continued to receive monthly detailed reports on all financial activities. In
addition, reports/updates were prepared for any additional meetings.
The trustees do not receive any remuneration for their role as such and do not claim any out
of pocket expenses for work undertaken as a trustee.
Flnanclal Performance
The operational flnancial performance in the year to March 31st 2023 continues to provide
the means of coverin8 all wages and outgoings of this busy work. People faithfully give to
the work here in Ballynahinch. We continue to go forward in trusting the Lord for wisdom in
how the finances are handled.
Detailed accounts have been prepared and audited by Gilchrist & Company Accountants and
are made available during the annual members meeting and also on the Charity Commission
website as part of the annual reporting.
Funds Materially In Deficlt
As at March 31st 2023 the church has no material deficit.
Major Rlsks
Following the independent review of accounts, our Annual Report and statement of
accounts showed no major risk currently to the church finances. We are however mindful of
the new areas of development as we plan our next financial yearfs spending.
Flnancial Management and Reserves Policy
The general (nol. Account) is unrestricted and is used for the day to day operation of the
church. The mission account is designated for particular projects considered by the church
trustees as such.
In accordance with The Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations (Northern Ireland)
2015 the church has considered a resenies policy and operates with the reserves to cover
monthly wage bill. As a church we are continually growing. We wish to further our influence
and outreach and consider it best to spend our budget on the activities of the church. This
will be reviewed regularly. Owning two buildings, and therefore having no rent or mortgage
commitments places us in a favourable position. Should there be an unexpected decrease in

members givin& spending could be cut in other areas to ensure the church's day to day
running costs and supplier costs are met.
Our commitment is to have a greater and increased gospel witness and outreach to the
town of Ballynahinch and wherever we see opportunities to share the good news of the
gospel. The Pastor and the Leadership team will continue to review our effectiveness in
fulfilling our vision and make whatever changes may be necessary to 80 forward in the
commission we have been given.
We recognise one of the most valuable assets we have is the group of volunteers and
members who give of their finances, time and energy in serving the Lord Jesus Christ
through New Testament Pentecostal church. The trustees again would like to thank each
one.
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees, report above.
Slgned on behalf of the charltVs trustees
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