LEAD CHURCH ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
LEAD CHURCH
ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2025
Charity Name
Lead Church
Charity No
SC041310
Address
15 Gary Street Glasgow, G44 4BA
Trustees
Structure, Governanace and Management
Constitution
The charity is an uniccorporated organisation. It is governed by its institution which was adopted on the 4th March 2010
The management committee, which normally meets on a monthly basis, are the charity's trustees. Membership of the management committee is open to all members of the church. . Trustees are elected at the Annual General Meeting which is normally held in June. Under the constitution, there must be a minimum of three trusteees,
Charity Objectives
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the advanacement of religion
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The prevention of relief and poverty
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3, The advancement of education
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The advancement of health
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The advancement of citzinshp or community development
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The relief of those in reed of age, ill health, disability , financial hardshop, and other disadvantages
Achievements and Performance
1. Outreach and Community Engagement
We conducted a vibrant Easter outreach event, sharing the hope of the Gospel with our local community. This included practical support, evangelism, and prayer initiatives.
Christmas Carol Service:
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Our annual carol service was a heartwarming celebration that brought together members of the church and the wider community to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
Funeral Service for Retired Minister:
We honoured the life and legacy of a retired minister with a heartfelt service, providing support and comfort to his family and the wider church community.
2. Discipleship and Spiritual Growth
Weekly Bible Study:
Ongoing discipleship has been nurtured through our weekly Bible studies, encouraging deeper understanding and application of God’s Word.
Friday Prayer Meetings and Monthly Fasting & Prayer:
We have sustained a rhythm of spiritual discipline through our weekly prayer gatherings and monthly times of fasting and prayer.
Baptism Service at Loch Lomond:
We celebrated the public declaration of faith of new believers through a beautiful baptism service held at Loch Lomond.
3. Church Expansion and Ministry Development
Launch of LC City Campus at Strathclyde University:
We successfully launched our second city campus, expanding our reach to university students and young professionals in the heart of Glasgow.
TWIG Project Launch:
We introduced TWIG (Together We Inspire Growth), a special initiative to support children with special needs, helping them feel valued, included, and loved.
4. Partnership Initiatives
Street Connect Partnership:
We launched a strategic partnership with Street Connect to minister to individuals struggling with addiction, providing them with hope, support, and recovery pathways.
Billy Graham Organisation Collaboration:
We partnered with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association to impact the lives of young people, equipping them to live out their faith boldly.
5. Volunteer Development and International Engagement
Volunteers Celebration & Training:
We hosted a special celebration and training day to appreciate our volunteers and equip them for greater effectiveness in ministry.
Indiana Mission Team Visit:
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A dedicated team from Indiana, USA, visited and served in various practical and spiritual capacities, strengthening our mission and encouraging our church body.
6. Women’s Ministry and Leadership Development
Daughters of Zion Women's Conference:
Our women’s conference was a resounding success, with high attendance and powerful moments of worship, teaching, and fellowship.
Leadership Labs:
We launched Leadership Labs to train and empower the next generation of Christian leaders through mentoring, workshops, and hands-on ministry opportunities.
Conclusion
This period has been marked by remarkable growth, meaningful partnerships, and impactful ministry across all age groups and demographics. We are deeply grateful to our volunteers, partners, and supporters whose contributions have made these achievements possible. As we look ahead, we remain committed to our mission: to lead people to encounter God, be equipped in His Word, and be empowered to live out their purpose.
Financial Review
Due to increased growth , the accounts show a surplus of £10,474 comared to a defecit in the previous year of £5,643
Reserves Policy
The trustees's policy is to maintain reserves of around two to three months of normal running costs in order to meet commitments and to cover any uneexpected expenditure.
Approved by the trustees on ................................ and signed on their behalf
LEAD CHURCH
Statement of Receipts and Payments for the year ended 31st March 2025
| Receipts Church Retreat Donation Offerings Other Revenue Tithes Bank interest Total Income Charitiable Expenditure Events & Partnerships Guest Speaker Giving L C City Compus Mens ministry Worship ministry expenses Total Charitable Expenditure Administrative Costs Advertising & Marketing Bank Fees Charitable and Political Donations Cleaning Congregational care Daughter of Zion Depreciation Expense General Expenses IT Software and Consumables Telephone Light, Power, Heating Printing & Stationery Repairs & Maintenance Sacramental Items Staff Training Subscriptions Travel - National Volunteer expenses Total Administrative Costs Income Less Expenses Opening balance as 1st April 2024 Closing balance as at 31st Mach 2025 |
2025 Unrestricted Restricted Total 350 350 11,819 11,819 8,817 8,817 459 459 11,177 11,177 |
|---|---|
| 32,271 350 32,621 |
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| 334 334 139 139 541 541 51 51 61 61 |
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| 1,126 1,126 |
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| 1,512 1,512 7 7 5,430 5,430 51 51 1,015 1,015 872 872 476 476 1,033 1,033 65 65 - - 22 22 445 445 1,953 1,953 20 20 194 194 445 445 160 160 1,716 1,716 |
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| 15,416 15,416 |
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| 15,728 349 16,078 |
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| -5,603 -5,603 10,125 349 10,474 |
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2025 2024
£ £ £
Fixed Assets
Computer equipment 3,199
Office equipment 1,146 4,345
Current assets
Bank and cash balances 6.129 -5.603
Net current assets 10.47. 10.47.
Represented by
Unrerstricted Funds 10,124 -5,603
Restricted Funds
Church Retreat 349
10,47:
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