Newtownards Refornied Presbyterian Church
Trustees Report
foryear ending 31st December 2022
The trustees ofNewtownards Reformed Presbyterian Church presenL.
(i) their trustees Reportfvr theyear ending 31st December 2022
(li) theirfinancial reportfor theyear ending 31st December 2022
Both are presented in accordance with The Charity Commissionfor Northern
Ireland "The trustees annual report andpublic benefit report-uuly 2016)
Reference and administratlve details
Registered charity name: Newtownards Refornied Presbyterian Church
Charity registration number: 0019337
Address: 2 Regent StreeL Newtownards, County Down BT23 4LH
Structurep governance and management
The above charity is recorded as a Northern Ireland charity with registration
number Nic 106349. The above-mentioned charity is under the trustees, control.
In drawing up this report the trustees have taken note of the provided guidance
and sought to ensure that the charity has brought benefit to those in connection
and the surrounding area.
Trustees
Mr Ronnie Balfour
Mrlames Mccavery
Dr Joel Mccavery
Dr Trevor Mccavery
Dr Gordon McEwen
Mr lohn McEwen
Mr Sam McEwen
Rev David Sutherland
Objectives
The purpose ofthe Newtownards Refornied Presbyterian Church is to support
and advance the Christian faith through the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus
Christ according to the Word of God, as interpreted by the Westminster
Confession of Faith and the "Book of Government and Order of the Refomed
Presbyterian Church of Ireland."
Activities & Achievements

During 2022. weeldy servtces for public worship took place each Sunday
morning and evening. These services involved worship, fellowship and an
address providing an explanation and application of the Bible to various aspects
of life. These worship services are open to the members and adherents of the
church, and also to the general public. The services are broadcast on YouTube
for those unable to attend and the sernlons are uploaded to Sermonaudioncom
and reach a worldwide audience. The local community was made aware of these
opportunities for understanding the message ofthe Bible through the
noticeboard. literature distribution. newspaper advertisements and personal
invitation of the members.
Weekly midweek Bible studies and prayer continued throughout the year except
July and AugusL Those attending were taught the meaning and application of
various Bible passages and their relevance to life in the world and prayer was
offered for the various needs of members and their friends and relatives and the
needs ofthe nation in general. Activities and events were also held for the
children of members and friends on Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings.
Members, adherents and visitors from the general public were invited each
fortnight to a church lunch: this provides ongoing support to those in the church
community and beyond.
All who attend the church have received. as appropriate. pastoral support amidst
the challenges of life.
Flnancial Review
The Trustees are thankful for the continued monetary support received in 2022.
Total income received in the current financial year was £127,284. Expenditure
for this year was £100.983.
Reserves policy
The Trustees monitor their income and expenditure, to deterniine the level of
reserves need to enable us to continue to meet our aims and objectives in future
years.
Public Benefit of the Charity
Newtownards Reforn]ed Presbyterian Church continues to benefit the church
members. regular worshippers and community by sharing the good news of the
gospel of Jesus Chris¢ which is a life transforming message. The regular weekly
presentation of the Word of God continues to shape the lives of all who attend
and equip them intellectually, morally. socially and spiritually to serve in society.
All the public times of worship are open to and advertised to the community
through, for example. church noticeboard. banners. literature distribution, social
media, and regular individual invitations.

All who attended the church receive the benefit of pastoral counsel as need
arises. The minister also visits in the local community providing Bible teaching
in different aspects of life.
Only the minister receives private benefit from the charity by way of
employment benefits as payment for full time gospel ministry.
Statement of Trustees Responsibilities
For year ended 315t December 2022
The financial statements are prepared in line with set out regulations for
preparing financial statements.
The Trustees have ensured that proper accounts are kept for the charity.
The Trustees have ensured that any assets of the charity are safeguarded against
fraud and other irregularities.
Date: 13 March 2023
Dr Trevor Mccavery
Clerk of Session acting on behalf of the Trustees