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Registered number: 07530478
Charity number: 1141424










THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
(A company limited by guarantee)







UNAUDITED

TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

 
THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 

CONTENTS



Page
Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers
1
Trustees' report
2 - 7
Independent examiner's report
8
Statement of financial activities
9
Balance sheet
10 - 11
Statement of cash flows
12
Notes to the financial statements
13 - 31

 
THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


Trustees
Dr Oludare Adetokunbo Demuren, Chair
Dr Adeniyi Faboya
Dr Abiodun Olayinka Obisesan
Mr Akintayo Akinsooto Ojo

Company registered number
07530478

Charity registered number
1141424

Registered office
CO2 8GU

Company secretary
Pastor Abiodun Obisesan

Accountants
AdeKay & Co Limited
Chartered Certified Accountants
6 Medcalf Road
Enfield
EN3 6HL

Bankers
HSBC
26 High Street
Colchester
CO1 1DQ

Barclays Bank Plc
9 High Street
Colchester
Essex
CO1 1DA

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
  
TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the Charity for the year ended    31 December 2024The annual report serves the purposes of both a Trustees' report and a directors' report under company law. The Trustees confirm that the annual report and financial statements of the charitable company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable company's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019). 
 

Since the Charity qualifies as small under section 382 of the Companies Act 2006, the strategic report required of medium and large companies under the Companies Act 2006 (Strategic Report and Directors' Report) Regulations 2013 has been omitted.
 

Objectives and activities
 

a. Policies and objectives
 

The Charity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee, and is therefore governed by a Memorandum and Articles of Association. 
The principal object of the Redeemed Christian Church of God is the advancement of the Christian faith
worldwide and relief of poverty.
Our primary objective is to seek the advancement of Christian religion in accordance with preaching of the faith of the early Apostles and wherever possible, educate people using the word of God as our guide. We aim to establish and manage schools, Bible schools, vocational Bible schools, correspondence courses, and to teach religious knowledge in schools, institutions and the wider community. 
 

In setting objectives and planning for activities, the Trustees have given due consideration to general guidance published by the Charity Commission relating to public benefit, including the guidance 'Public benefit: running a charity (PB2)'.
 

b. Strategies for achieving objectives
 

The charity has adopted the following strategies for achieving the above objectives:
• organisation of conferences and events with proven speakers and ministers of the faith to inspire and  guide members; and
• financial and administrative support for other charities and Christian events with like purposes.
 
 

c. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
 

The charity seeks to achieve its objectives by: 
• Various missionary activities.
• Community Outreach Events.
• Provision of welfare support to members; and
• Conferences & Events.
 

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
Objectives and activities (continued)

d. Public Benefit Statement
 

The Board of Trustees confirm that they have met their duties in strict compliance with the provisions of section 4 and 17 of the Charities Act 2011, and have had due regards to the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit. Particular consideration has been given to the Charity Commission's supplementary public guidance provisions on the advancement of religion for the public benefit
 

e. Volunteers
 

The Church is grateful for the unstinting efforts of its volunteers who are involved in service provision.  It is estimated that over 7,500 volunteer hours were provided during the year.  If this is conservatively valued at £8.50 per hour, the volunteer efforts amount to over £63,750. 
 


Achievements and performance
 

a. Review of activities
 

During the year under review, the Church was of benefit to its congregation and its local community both spiritually and to a limited extent, financially. The church continues to run its Sunday and midweek services for the benefit of local community members.
In line with our Community Social Responsibility, we have continued to:
Support the Blind Society in Nigeria - December 2024
Support Community Poverty – Food Bank donations month on month.
Support the elderly by visiting and singing in residential homes.
Support fellow Christians such as Jesus Reigns Ministry by allowing them to use our facilities
Pentecost Celebration with other churches in Colchester May 2024
Children’s /Youth Day Celebrations
Support Samaritan’s Christmas Child Appeal
Praise Nights July 2024
20th Anniversary - July 2024
Church BBQ – August 2024
Free Family Fun Festival September 2024
Night of Gratitude November 2024
CSR – Special Street Evangelism April and December 2024
Christmas meal for the less privileged December 2024
Sang and prayed @ the annual Christmas fair in Colchester Town Centre December 2024
Christmas Celebrations December 2024
Regular Weekly & Monthly Activities:
Weekly Midweek prayers
Weekly House Fellowship
Weekly Bible studies
Weekly Evangelism
Monthly Communion Services
Monthly Night Vigil
Monthly Youth Activities
Women’s Early Morning Prayers
Men’s Early Morning Prayers
Women’s Monthly Night Vigil
Bi-monthly Marriage Seminars – 3 Fold Cord
Breakfast meeting/seminars
Conferences:
 
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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
Achievements and performance (continued)

Prayer Conference January 2024
Regional Conference February 2024
Daughters of Zion conference May 2024
Province Conference June 2024
Youth Conference June 2024
Province 2 Region 3 Women’s Retreat June 2024
Financial Summit August 2024
Workers Appreciation October 2024
Pastors Province Conference November 2024
Prayer Conference November 2024
 

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
Financial review
 

a. Going concern
 

After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in the accounting policies.
 

b. Reserves policy
 

The Board of Trustees have established a policy whereby the unrestricted funds not committed or invested in tangible fixed assets ('the free reserves') held by the charitable company should be 3 months of average annual expenditure. At this level, the Board of Trustees holds the view that they would be able to continue the current activities of the charitable company in the event of a significant drop in funding.
The Board of Trustees are in the process of considering a review of the reserve policy to be in the light of the wider strategic future plans. This is to ensure that the level of the reserve we hold are not only appropriate to our current position and annual expenditure, but also taking into full cognisance what our future strategic plans
are.
 

c. Material investments policy
 

The Board have decided that at present, funds should continue to be retained in Banks and Building Societies. Any change in such banking arrangements should be agreed by the Board. As far as possible, funds will be retained in interest bearing accounts. 
 

d. Principal funding
 

This is provided mainly through voluntary tithes and offerings by the church members and through gift aid scheme.  Pledges are also taken for specific projects.
 

Structure, governance and management
 

a. Constitution
 

The Redeemed Christian Church of God- Stillwaters Colchester is registered as a charitable company limited by guarantee and was set up by a Memorandum of Association.
 

b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees
 

The management of the Charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of the Memorandum of Association
 
 

c. Organisational structure and decision-making policies
 

The church is organised so that the trustees meet regularly to manage its affairs. There is a part time administrator, who manages the day to day administration of the church.
 

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
Structure, governance and management (continued)

d. Policies adopted for the induction and training of Trustees
 

Most trustees are already familiar with the activities of the charitable organisation as they are drawn from members who have the skill set to offer and empathy with our core values. Newly elected trustees are encouraged to attend a series of training sessions led by the Chair. 
The courses attended equip the trustees with skills to carry out their duties as trustees. The training enables them to understand: 
• Their obligation as trustees.
• The importance of the main documents which set out the operational framework for the charity including the Memorandum and Articles of association.
• The control of resources and current financial position using the management accounts. 
• Their responsibility for the statutory accounts.
• How to translate future plans and objectives into budgets and plans. 
• Use of budgetary control.
During induction, they meet other trustees. As part of the induction training, they are encouraged to attend appropriate external events where these will facilitate the undertaking of their role. 
An induction pack is provided for new Directors/Trustees.
 

e. Related party relationships
 

The RCCG Stillwaters Colchester is member of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) which has parishes all over the world. The parish's relationship with RCCG and other parishes is governed by an 'Agreement for Common Purposes'.
The parish supports visiting ministers of the gospel from within and outside the UK. Support is also given to RCCG Central Office, World Evangelism Mission, Festival of Live and other RCCG Programmes. The parish also gives occasional grant to congregational members who are in need.
 

f. Financial risk management
 

The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the Charity is exposed, in particular those related to the operations and finances of the Charity, and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
 

Plans for future periods
 

The Church intends to continue with its activities for the foreseeable future and enlarge its operations as the resources allow and according to leading of the Holy Spirit.
 The charity continues to expand its influence in and support for the community programmes and events. The charity plans to roll over the activities held for charitable purposes in 2024 to 2025 and adopt new projects.
 

Board Members' liability
 

The Board  Members of the Charity guarantee to contribute an amount not exceeding £1 to the assets of the Charity in the event of winding up.
 

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
 
Statement of Trustees' responsibilities
 

The Trustees (who are also the directors of the Charity for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Trustees' report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).


Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial . Under company law, the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:

select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
observe the methods and principles of the Charities SORP (FRS 102);
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards (FRS 102) have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the Charity will continue in business.


The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.


 

Approved by order of the members of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:



Dr Abiodun Olayinka Obisesan
Trustee
Date: 25 September 2025
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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Independent examiner's report to the Trustees of The Redeemed Christian Church of God- Stillwaters Colchester ('the Charity')

 
I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Charity for the year ended 31 December 2024.


Responsibilities and basis of report


As the Trustees of the Charity (and its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').


Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Charity are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.


Independent examiner's statement


Since the Charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that I am qualified to undertake the examination because I am a member of Association of Certified Chartered Accountants ( ACCA), which is one of the listed bodies.


I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:


1.
accounting records were not kept in respect of the Charity as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

2.
the accounts do not accord with those records; or

3.
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act 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; or

4.
the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)].



I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.


This report is made solely to the Charity's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the Charity's Trustees those matters I am required to state to them in an independent examiner's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the Charity and the Charity's Trustees as a body, for my work or for this report.


Signed:      Dated: 25 September 2025

Adegboyega Adesigbin FCCA      ACCA

AdeKay & Co Limited
Chartered Certified Accountants
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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)

 
 
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


Restricted funds
2024
Unrestricted funds
2024
Total
funds
2024
Total
funds
2023
Note
        £
        £
        £
        £

Income from:







Donations and legacies

3

10,595

339,373

349,968

401,396
 
Investments

4

-

10,571

10,571

12,391
 
Total income
10,595
349,944
360,539
413,787
Expenditure on:







Charitable activities

6

21,697

397,320

419,017

358,399
 
Total expenditure
21,697
397,320
419,017
358,399

Net movement in funds
  
(11,102)
(47,376)
(58,478)
55,388

Reconciliation of funds:

  





Total funds brought forward

  

182,020

668,862

850,882

795,494
 
Net movement in funds

  

(11,102)

(47,376)

(58,478)

55,388
 
Total funds carried forward
  
170,918
621,486
792,404
850,882

The Statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

The notes on pages 13 to 31 form part of these financial statements.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
REGISTERED NUMBER: 07530478

 
 
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024


2024
2023
£
£

Fixed assets

Tangible assets
1,144,696
1,183,727

1,144,696
1,183,727

Current assets

Debtors
722
723

Cash at bank and in hand
101,437
147,517

102,159
148,240

Current liabilities

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
(67,311)
(66,495)

Net current assets 
 
 
34,848
 
 
81,745

Total assets less current liabilities
1,179,544
1,265,472

Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
(387,139)
(414,590)

Net assets excluding pension asset 
792,405
850,882

Total net assets 
792,405
850,882


Charity funds

Restricted funds
170,918
182,020

Unrestricted funds
621,487
668,862

Total funds
792,405
850,882

The Charity was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of Companies Act 2006.

The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and preparation of financial statements.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to the small companies regime.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)
REGISTERED NUMBER: 07530478

 
 
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees on 25 September 2025 and signed on their behalf by:




Dr Abiodun Olayinka Obisesan
Trustee



Mr Akintayo Akinsooto Ojo
Trustee

The notes on pages 13 to 31 form part of these financial statements.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER
 
(A company limited by guarantee)

 
 
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2024
2023
£
£

Cash flows from operating activities

Net cash used in operating activities

(24,546)
109,902

Cash flows from investing activities

Interests and rents from investments
(10,571)
(12,391)

Purchase of tangible fixed assets
(10,963)
(44,559)

Net cash used in investing activities

(21,534)
(56,950)

Cash flows from financing activities

Repayments of finance leases
-
2,478

Net cash provided by financing activities

-
2,478

Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year
 
(46,080)
 
55,430

Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
147,517
92,087

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
101,437
147,517

The notes on pages 13 to 31 form part of these financial statements

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1.


General information

Redeemed Christian Church of God - Stillwaters Colchester is a company limited by guarantee
incorporated and registered with the Charity Commission in England & Wales. The registered
address is Heath House, Heath Business Park, Grange Way, Colchester, C02 8GU.
 


2.Accounting policies

  
2.1

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

The Redeemed Christian Church of God- Stillwaters Colchester meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.

  
2.2

Going concern

The Board consider that there are no material uncertainties about the charitable company ability to continue as a going concern. The trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future and do not consider that there are any sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next reporting period. 

  
2.3

Income

All income is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.

Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.

  
2.4

Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the Charity's objectives, as well as any associated support costs.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

2.4

Expenditure (continued)

Grants payable are charged in the year when the offer is made except in those cases where the offer is conditional, such grants being recognised as expenditure when the conditions attaching are fulfilled. Grants offered subject to conditions which have not been met at the year end are noted as a commitment, but not accrued as expenditure.

Support costs are those costs incurred directly in support of expenditure on the objects of the charity
and include project management carried out at Headquarters. Governance costs are those incurred
in connection with administration of the charity and compliance with constitutional and statutory
requirements.
Charitable activities and Governance costs are costs incurred on the charity's operations, including
support costs and costs relating to the governance of the charity apportioned to charitable activities.

  
2.5

Interest receivable

Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the Charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the institution with whom the funds are deposited.

 
2.6

Tangible fixed assets and depreciation

Tangible fixed assets costing £NIL or more are capitalised and recognised when future economic benefits are probable and the cost or value of the asset can be measured reliably. 

Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. All costs incurred to bring a tangible fixed asset into its intended working condition should be included in the measurement of cost.

At each reporting date the Charity assesses whether there is any indication of impairment. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is determined to be the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognised where the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount.

Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of tangible fixed assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, .

Depreciation is provided on the following basis:

Freehold property
-
2%
straight line
Plant and machinery
-
25%
straight line
Motor vehicles
-
25%
reducing balance
Office equipment
-
25%
straight line
Computer equipment
-
33%
straight line

  
2.7

Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

  
2.8

Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.


2.9

Liabilities and provisions

Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably.

Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the Charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide.

Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised in the statement of financial activities as a finance cost.

  
2.10

Financial instruments

The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

  
2.11

Finance leases and hire purchase

Assets obtained under hire purchase contracts and finance leases are capitalised as tangible fixed assets. Assets acquired by finance lease are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives. Assets acquired by hire purchase are depreciated over their useful lives. Finance leases are those where substantially all of the benefits and risks of ownership are assumed by the Charity. Obligations under such agreements are included in creditors, net of the finance charge allocated to future periods. The finance element of the rental payment is charged to the statement of financial activities so as to produce a constant periodic rate of charge on the net obligation outstanding in each period.

  
2.12

Operating leases

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the statement of financial activities on a straight line basis over the lease term.

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(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

  
2.13

Fund accounting

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.

Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the Charity for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.


3.

Income from donations and legacies




Restricted funds
2024
Unrestricted funds
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £
        £
Donations





Tithes

-

123,654

123,654

Collection at all services

-

164,104

164,104

Gift Aid

-

43,745

43,745

Similar incoming resources





Bookstall income

-

853

853

Welfare Collection

-

-

-

Province Funds

10,595

-

10,595

Confereence registration & offering

-

4,387

4,387

Subtotal detailed disclosure



10,595
336,743
347,338
Donations

-

2,630

2,630

Subtotal



-
2,630
2,630


10,595
339,373
349,968

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

3.Income from donations and legacies (continued)




Restricted funds
2023
Unrestricted funds
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £
        £
Donations





Tithes

-

132,607

132,607

Collectionat all services

-

178,549

178,549

Gift Aid

-

44,643

44,643

Similar incoming resources





Bookstall income

-

2,340

2,340

Other income

-

528

528

Church Bus Pledge

-

-

-

Province Funds

9,734

-

9,734

Conference registration & offering

-

3,943

3,943

Subtotal detailed disclosure



9,734
362,610
372,344
Donations

-

22,169

22,169

Similar incoming resources

-

6,883

6,883

Subtotal



-
29,052
29,052


9,734
391,662
401,396


4.

Investment income



Unrestricted funds
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £



Investment income - rental income

10,312

10,312

Investment income - interest receivable

259

259



10,571
10,571

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(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

4.Investment income (continued)



Unrestricted funds
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £



Investment income - rental income

12,220

12,220

Investment income - interest receivable

171

171



12,391
12,391


5.

Analysis of grants



Grants to Institutions
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £



Grants- Missionary

57,477

57,477




Grants to Institutions
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £



Grants- Missionary

53,960

53,960


The Charity has made the following material grants to institutions during the year:

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(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

5.Analysis of grants (continued)

2024
2023
£
£

Name of institution

RCCG World Evangelism
41,392
33,113

RCCG Central Office
2,300
3,056

RCCG Camp Ground
-
8,000

RCCG Province
5,185
2,559

RCCG Other Charities
-
3,880

RCCG Others
-
3,102

RCCG African Mission
1,100
250

God's Vinetard Church
2,000
-

RCCG Power of Jehovah
2,000
-

RCCG Fountain of Life
1,000
-

The Kingfisher International CSR Philippines
600
-

The Redeemed Church Building
500
-

RCCG City of Joy
500
-

Mrs Olapeju Okoli Foundation
500
-

RCCG Festival of Hymns
200
-

Phillip A Phillips
200
-

57,477
53,960

57,477
53,960


6.

Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities


Summary by fund type




Restricted funds
2024
Unrestricted funds
2024
Total
2024
        £
        £
        £




Support costs

21,697

304,266

325,963

Direct costs

-

93,054

93,054



21,697
397,320
419,017




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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

6.Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities (continued)

Summary by fund type (continued)

Restricted funds
2023
Unrestricted funds
2023
Total
2023
        £
        £
        £




Support costs

21,608

238,453

260,061

Direct costs

-

98,338

98,338



21,608
336,791
358,399

Summary by expenditure type





Staff costs
2024
Depreciation
2024
Other costs
2024
Total
2024
        £
        £
        £
        £





Support costs

73,433

50,856

201,674

325,963

Direct costs

-

-

93,054

93,054



73,433
50,856
294,728
419,017





Staff costs
2023
Depreciation
2023
Other costs
2023
Total
2023
        £
        £
        £
        £





Support costs

64,942

45,249

149,870

260,061

Direct costs

-

-

98,338

98,338



64,942
45,249
248,208
358,399

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

7.

Analysis of expenditure by activities





Advancement of christian faith
2024
Grant funding of activities
2024
Support costs
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £
        £
        £





Support costs

-

-

325,963

325,963

Direct costs

35,577

57,477

-

93,054



35,577
57,477
325,963
419,017






Advancement of christian faith
2023
Grant funding of activities
2023
Support costs
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £
        £
        £





Direct costs

-

-

260,061

260,061

Support costs

44,378

53,960

-

98,338



44,378
53,960
260,061
358,399


Analysis of direct costs



Advancement of christian faith
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £



Visiting Ministers expenses

14,720

14,720

Rates

9,780

9,780

Evangelism & special events

991

991

Ministry expenses

10,086

10,086



35,577
35,577



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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

7.Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)

Analysis of direct costs (continued)

Advancement of christian faith
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £



Visiting Ministers expenses

15,720

15,720

Rates

8,622

8,622

Evangelism & special events

11,258

11,258

Ministry expenses

8,778

8,778



44,378
44,378

Analysis of support costs



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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

7.Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)

Analysis of support costs (continued)

Total
funds
2024
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £



Staff costs

73,433

64,942
 
Depreciation

50,856

45,249
 
Music and euipment

991

1,685
 
Gas and electricity

9,981

19,100
 
Insurance

4,892

3,836
 
Telephone

-

95
 
Cleaning

5,296

2,816
 
Loan interest

15,610

16,947
 
Welfare

41,668

15,607
 
Payroll service fees

410

460
 
Printing, postages and stationery

6,274

1,220
 
Bank charges

636

743
 
Conference and Meetings

8,770

3,072
 
Motor expenses

5,544

8,297
 
Travel

13,718

6,844
 
Mortgage interest

21,697

21,608
 
Training

3,563

3,603
 
Admin services & costs

26,518

18,304
 
Dues and subscriptions

95

1,687
 
Advertising and promotion

1,643

2,586
 
Volunteer costs

7,986

4,024
 
Bookkeeping and accounting services

5,850

5,850
 
Computer and IT support

2,617

4,807
 
Legal fees

2,640

-
 
Health and safety

1,316

827
 
Repairs,renewals and maintenance

11,596

2,052
 
Community Engagements costs

363

1,800
 
Independent Examiners' fees

2,000

2,000
 


325,963
260,061

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

8.

Independent examiner's remuneration

2024
2023
£
£

Fees payable to the Charity's independent examiner for the independent examination of the Charity's annual accounts
2,000
2,000


9.



Staff costs


2024
2023
£
£


Wages and salaries
66,734
64,942

Social security costs
6,699
-

73,433
64,942

The average number of persons employed by the Charity during the year was as follows:


2024
2023

No.
No.


Ministry
2
2

No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.





10.


Trustees' remuneration and expenses

During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2023 - £NIL).

During the year ended 31 December 2024, no Trustee expenses have been incurred (2023 - £NIL).

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

11.


Tangible fixed assets




Freehold property
Plant and machinery
Motor vehicles
Computer equipment
Total

£
£
£
£
£


Cost or valuation

At 1 January 2024
1,391,856
130,493
27,594
93,081
1,643,024

Additions
-
-
-
11,825
11,825


At 31 December 2024

1,391,856
130,493
27,594
104,906
1,654,849


Depreciation

At 1 January 2024
269,538
111,160
23,947
54,653
459,298

Charge for the year
27,837
6,088
912
16,019
50,856
Other unallocated
-
(1)
-
1
-


At 31 December 2024

297,375
117,247
24,859
70,673
510,154


Net book value


At 31 December 2024
1,094,481
13,246
2,735
34,233
1,144,695


At 31 December 2023
1,122,318
19,334
3,647
38,428
1,183,727


12.



Debtors


2024
2023
£
£


Due within one year

Other debtors
722
723

722
723


13.



Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year


2024
2023
£
£


Bank loans
53,378
53,378

Social security
5,783
4,967

Accruals
8,150
8,150
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(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

13.Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year (continued)

2024
2023
£
£


67,311
66,495


14.



Creditors: Amounts falling due after more than one year


2024
2023
£
£


Bank loans
204,495
224,200

Other loans
182,644
190,390

387,139
414,590

The aggregate amount of liabilities payable or repayable wholly or in part more than five years after the reporting date is:


2024
2023
£
£


Payable or repayable by instalments
261,530
277,578

261,530
277,578

The loan outstanding is a repayment mortgage of the church building at  Heath House, Heath Business Centre, off Whitehall Road, Colchester, Essex CO2 8HG.

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

15.

Statement of funds


Statement of funds - current year

Balance at 1 January 2024
£
Income
£
Expenditure
£
Balance at 31 December 2024
£

Unrestricted funds





General Funds 1

668,862

349,945

(397,320)

621,487
 

Restricted funds






Restricted Fund 1

182,020

10,595

(21,697)

170,918
 

Total of funds


850,882
360,540
(419,017)
792,405

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

15.

Statement of funds (continued)



Statement of funds - prior year

Balance at
1 January 2023
£
Income
£
Expenditure
£
Balance at
31 December 2023
£

Unrestricted funds





General Funds 1

601,600

404,053

(336,791)

668,862
 


Balance at
1 January 2023
£
Income
£
Expenditure
£
Balance at
31 December 2023
£





Restricted funds






Restricted Fund 1

193,894

9,734

(21,608)

182,020
 


Total of funds


795,494
413,787
(358,399)
850,882


16.

Summary of funds


Summary of funds - current year

Balance at 1 January 2024
£
 
Income
£
 
Expenditure
£
 
Balance at 31 December 2024
£
 
General funds

668,862

349,945

(397,320)

621,487
 
Restricted funds

182,020

10,595

(21,697)

170,918
 


850,882
360,540
(419,017)
792,405

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

16.

Summary of funds (continued)


Summary of funds - prior year

Balance at
1 January 2023
£
 
Income
£
 
Expenditure
£
 
Balance at
31 December 2023
£
 
General funds

601,600

404,053

(336,791)

668,862
 
Restricted funds

193,894

9,734

(21,608)

182,020
 


795,494
413,787
(358,399)
850,882


17.

Analysis of net assets between funds

Analysis of net assets between funds - current period

Restricted funds
2024
Unrestricted funds
2024
Total
funds
2024
        £
        £
        £



Tangible fixed assets

170,918

973,778

1,144,696

Current assets

-

102,159

102,159

Creditors due within one year

-

(67,311)

(67,311)

Creditors due in more than one year

-

(387,139)

(387,139)

Total 


170,918
621,487
792,405



Analysis of net assets between funds - prior period

Restricted funds
2023
Unrestricted funds
2023
Total
funds
2023
        £
        £
        £



Tangible fixed assets

182,020

1,001,707

1,183,727

Current assets

-

148,241

148,241

Creditors due within one year

-

(66,495)

(66,495)

Creditors due in more than one year

-

(414,590)

(414,590)

Other unallocated
-
(1)
(1)
Total 

182,020
668,862
850,882

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

18.



Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash flow from operating activities


2024
2023
£
£

Net income/expenditure for the period (as per Statement of Financial Activities)



(58,478)

55,388

Adjustments for:

Depreciation charges
23,019
17,412

Amortisation charges
27,837
27,837

Interests and rents from investments
(10,571)
(12,391)

Decrease in debtors
1
23,886

Increase/(decrease) in creditors
816
(2,230)

Net cash provided by/(used in) operating activities
(17,376)
109,902



19.



Analysis of cash and cash equivalents


2024
2023
£
£

Cash in hand
101,437
147,517

Total cash and cash equivalents
101,437
147,517


20.



Analysis of changes in net debt





At 1 January 2024
Cash flows
At 31 December 2024
£
£

£

Cash at bank and in hand

147,517

(46,080)

101,437

Debt due within 1 year

(53,378)

-

(53,378)

Debt due after 1 year

(414,590)

27,451

(387,139)


(320,451)
(18,629)
(339,080)

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THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD- STILLWATERS COLCHESTER

(A company limited by guarantee)
 
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024


21.


Related party transactions


The Charity has not entered into any related party transaction during the year, nor are there any outstanding balances owing between related parties and the Charity at 31 December 2024.

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