Shalom Life
{A company Ilrnlted by 8uaraniee, not havlni share upltal)
DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORT
The direttors present their report prepared in accordance with Charities SORP {effectiveJanuary 20151 with
the unaudited financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024. also prepared in accordance with the
aforementioned Ststement of Recommended Prartice and FRSIO2.
The directors, who are also trustees of the charity, at the date of this report and those who served during
the financial period together with the dates of any changes. are set out on page l and are listed below.
Dlrertors
The dirertors who seryed during the period are as follows:
Alain Emerson
Francis Hughes (Resigned 20 September 20241
Michelle Hughes {Resigned 20 September 20241
Thomas Mark Emerson lappolnted 20 September 20241
Claire Emer50n lappolnted 20 September 20241
Deborah Carson {appointed 20 September 20241
In accordance with the Articles of Association the director5 retire by rotation and, being eligible,
offer themselves for re-election.
Obje¢llves and Actlvltles
The main purposes of the organlsatlon are as follows:
l. Advancement of Religion with the promotion of Christlan values.
2. Advancement of Education - The moral and intellectual development and enhancement in
knowledge and understanding of individual beneficiaries and an improved sense of
wellbeing and increased s•lf.esteem of Indlvldijal beneficiarles as they develop new skills,
capabilltles and knowledge.
3. Advancement of Community Development by encouragin8 individLtals to be good citizens.
4. The Prevention or Rellef of Poverty
5. Advancement of Health or the Saving of Lives
We are commltted to the servlce of the local populatlon and provide varlous se￿iceS and events to
all ages in the community such as.,
l. A weekly service of worship each Sunday is open to the general public.
2. We provide the venue for the local Bulgarian Church Saturday seniice.
3. This includes regular Bible teaching for adults, and separate age-appropriate programmes for
children and young people.
4. Regular meeting of small groups of people for fellowship and prayer.
5. Monday Drop In open to the general public for friendship. pastoral care and 5UPPOrt. craft and
other activities
6. Ongoing support for those struggling with addiction
7. Sign posting to Advice and Counselling Services
8. Programmes for children and young people which include games activities, arts & crafts activities,
friendship opportunities and spiritual development.
9. A weekly mother and toddlers group

Shalom Life
IA tompany limited by Kuarantee, Mt having share capltall
DIREcfoRS' ANNUAL REPORT (Continued)
10. Saturday bread collection and distribution.
11. Distribution of Food Bank parcels. clothing or household furniture
12. We organise minor household repairs and maintenance and also help with transport issues for
those In need.
13. We encourage people who attend to be involved in helping others In the community through
volunteering at various organisations,
14. we organise social events for the local community including Fun Days and outings
We believe that the gospel of Jesus Christ. is a power that can change lives and bring a new sense of
purpose and hope to bellevers irrespectlve of a8e, 8ender, background or culture.
Hnanclal Revlew
The statement of financial activities which shows the results ofthe company Is set out on page 9. The
reported deficit for the year is £4,22912023: £6,683) The dirertors continually review all funding
opportunities to maxlmi5e the incomSng resources for the charity.
Reserves Pollcv
The company's policy is to achieve a level of free rese￿e5 which matches the needs of the company
both at the current time and the foreseeable future. Free reserves are those unrestricted reserves
which are available for general use.
Structurei governance and management
Governing document
Shalom Llfe is a company limited by 8uarantee. It Is governed by Memorandum and Artlcles of
Assoclation and the liability of each member is limited to an amount not exceeding £1. It 15 reco8nlsed
as a charity by the Charity Commission of Northern Ireland under the reference NIC107104.
Publlc Beneflt
In setting our objectlves and plannlng our activities for the year, the dlrectors have glven careful
consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's statutory guldance on public benefit
to ensure that the activities have helped achieve the charity purpose and provide a benefit to the
beneficiaries.
Speclal Provisions relatln8 to small companles
This report 15 prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to small companies within
part 15 of the Companies Art 2006.
y order of the Board
Alain Emerson
Director
Date: 22 December 2024