The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "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)".
The advancement of the Christian Faith at Home and Abroad by proclaiming the truths concerning God's Son, Jesus Christ as taught in the Holy Bible.
Such other charitable purposes as shall further the attainment of the above including supporting missionary activities in the United Kingdom and overseas.
Promotion of religious instruction in accordance with the Christian Faith by means of a Sunday school and various ministries.
1. Trustees’ Meetings
The Trustees held 2 meetings during the year.
2. Outreach Events held during the year.
2.1 26th January 2025
Members of Grace Fountain Church and their families came together as Baby Esther Elisheva Mensah was dedicated to the Lord. The Mensah family and all members came together to celebrate, and after service a Buffet was provided for all attendees. Open to all.
2.2 2nd February 2025
Pastor Clifford Osifo, from Ireland Word Alive Ministry Bible Church was our Guest Speaker for the day. He preached on the subject “Unlock Yourself”. Open to members and the community.
2.3 3rd to 16th February 2025
The Church held 2 weeks of Fasting and Prayer to lift all the needs of the Nation, Community, Members and their families to the Lord
2.4 22nd March 2025: Evangelism Training
Members of Grace Fountain Church and their families came together on this Saturday to learn what true evangelism looks like in our Grace Fountain Evangelism Masterclass hosted by the Church in collaboration with Tony Anthony of the Great Commission Society. Open to all.
2.5 23rd March 2025
Tony Anthony of The Great Commission Society preached on the subject of “What is the Priority of the Church”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.6 30th March 2025. Mother’s Day
Pastor Betty Doe preached on the subject of “Mother’s Love and Sacrifice”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.7 18th and 20th April 2025.
Easter Reflections Service – A Good Friday evening meeting was held reflecting the finished work of Christ and continued Easter Sunday. An outreach for the community, family and friends.
2.8 27th April 2025
The Church celebrated the 70th Birthdays of Elder David Riley and Mr John Boswell. A sit-down dinner for all attendees was provided after the service, with gifts being given to the celebrants, and a wonderful time of fellowship was had by all. Open to all.
2.9 1st June 2025
Brother John Barume preached on the subject of “Living in the Consciousness of our walk with God”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.10 8th June 2025
Pastor Tony Osaze preached about the “The Living Witness”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.11 22nd June 2025
Pastor Clay Luamba preached on the subject of “This promise is for me and my children”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.12 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th July 2025
Through the month of July, a series of meetings were held on all Sundays, titled “Feast of Miracles”. These meetings consisted of prayers and healings for all our members and individuals. Open to all.
2.13 27th July 2025
Members of Grace Fountain Church and their families came together as Baby Isaiah Oluwatobi Benzoe and Eliana Iseoluwa Bankole were dedicated to the Lord. The Benzoe and Bankole families and all members came together to celebrate. Open to all.
2.14 3rd August 2025 – Children and Youth Service
The Church held its first ever Children’s and Youth Service which was led by the children and young people of the church. The children and young people showcased their different talents, in singing, dancing and acting to all our members and individuals. Afterwards, the children and youth were rewarded with a sit-down dinner for their efforts. Open to all.
2.15 21st September 2025
Apostle Johnny Doefia preached on the subject “Locating your prophetic Word for Change”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.16 28th September 2025
The Church held its annual All Nations Service, where diversities of cultures and nationalities were celebrated. A sit-down dinner for all attendees was provided after the service. Open to all members of the community.
2.17 2nd November 2025
Bishop Wale Akinyande preached on the subject of “Awakening the sons of God to manifest dominion”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.18 28th November 2025
The wedding of Michael and Ashleigh Eshiett took place. All members and guests were invited.
2.19 30th November 2025
The Church held a Thanksgiving Service in commemoration of Michael and Ashleigh’s Wedding. Pastor Derek Ahamioje preached on the subject “Our Thoughts and Its Power”. A buffet was served to all guests and members after the service. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.20 4th December 2025
The Aspull Council Members held the Carols Around the Tree Service in Grace Fountain Church with the Standish Brass Band. A buffet was provided for all members and guests after the service. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.21 6th December 2025
The Church held its own Carol Service hosted by McGodwinFavour dubbed “Wigan Carol Night”. The Mayor and Councillors of Wigan were invited, and a buffet was provided for all members and guests after the service. Open to all members and their families and the Community.
2.22 7th December 2025
Pastor Clement Odoom of Imitate Christ Ministries from Ghana preached on the subject” WWW: God’s Word, God’s Will and God’s Ways”. Open to all members and their families and the Community.
2.23 14th December 2025
The Church held its annual Thanksgiving Service to thank God for His faithfulness throughout the year. A sit-down dinner was had after the service and all members and guests were invited. Open to all members and their families and the Community.
2.24 20th December 2025
The Church held its annual children’s Christmas Party. Gifts and food were given to each child that attended and a fun time was had by all. Open to the children of members and the community.
2.25 21st December 2025
The Church held its Christmas Service to celebrate the true reason for Christmas- Jesus Christ. Reverend Lawrence Aboagye preached on the subject “Christ to the Masses”. Open to all members and their families and the community.
2.26 31st December 2025
The Church held its annual Crossover Service to celebrate the start of a New Year. Open to all members and their families and the community.
3. The Women’s Ministry – Women of Substance
The Women’s Ministry held monthly meetings every third Saturday throughout the year with Praise and Worship, the Word and Prayer. Open to all members and their families and community.
4. The Pearls – Young Women’s Ministry
The Young Women’s Ministry held weekly zoom meetings throughout the year covering a varied range of subjects to help and aid the growth of their relationship in Christ.
5. Teaching Services
Teaching Services were held weekly throughout the year on Thursday Evenings.
6. Monthly Prayer Meetings with Worship, including Fasting and Prayer were carried out on the last Thursday and Friday of each month, praying for the nation and the community.
7. Daily Morning Prayer Meetings were carried out on Zoom from Monday to Saturday every week, praying for the nation, youth and the community.
8. The Men’s Ministry
The Men’s Ministry held monthly meetings on the last Saturday of each month throughout the year with Worship, the Word and Prayer. Meetings alternated between a virtual session on Zoom and an in-person breakfast meeting at church, where breakfast is provided. Open to all members and their families and the community.
During the year the charity received income amounting to £118,394 (2024 £119,954). Total expenditure for the year was £125,564 (2024 £97,778). Thus giving a loss for the year of £7,170 (2024 profit £22,176). At 31 December 2025 net book value of property, plant and equipment comprising church building, office and church equipment was £80,415 (2024 £84,481). Current assets comprising cash balances at bank and in hand and debtors balances totalled £113,496 (2024 £115,811). Liabilities of the charity at year end amounted to £2,447 (2024 £1,658). Thus total funds of the charity represented by total assets less liabilities was £191,464 (2024 £198,634).
Giving to Missions
Total giving to Missions during the financial year ending 31st December 2025 amounted to £4,279 (2024 £2,635) representing 3.6% (2024: 2.2%) of total income for the year.
Glory, Honour and Praise be unto our God forever and ever!
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.
Grace Fountain Church Limited is a charitable company limited by guarantee, incorporated on 14 May, 2002 as Greenough Christian Fellowship and registered as a charity on 22 November, 2002. The name changed to Grace Fountain Church Limited on 20th November 2014. The company was established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of Association. In the event of the company being wound up members are required to contribute an amount of £1.
The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:
Appointment of Trustees
As set out in the Articles of Association new trustees are elected by members of the charitable company providing they qualify in accordance with any criteria or policy for admission of members made by the trustees.
The trustees when complete consist of at least 3 and not more than 7 individuals.
One third (or the number closest to the one third) of the trustees must retire after the first 3 years and then every 2 years thereafter, those longest in office retiring first. However, retiring trustees may be nominated for re-appointment.
Grace Fountain Church Limited is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship at our church and to become part of the Christian community in Wigan. Grace Fountain Church Limited also works in collaboration with other churches in Wigan to formulate how a united church can involve the many groups that live within our community. Our services put faith into practice through prayer, scripture, praise, worship and sacraments.
Our activities for the year were planned taking into consideration the Commission's guidance on public benefit and, in particular, the specific guidance on charities for the advancement of religion. In particular we try to enable ordinary people to live out their faith as part of the Christian community through:
Study of the scriptures
Worship and prayer
Developing their knowledge and trust in Jesus
Provision of pastoral care for people living in the community
Missionary work through outreach and provision of financial support to other various local, national and
International charitable organisations.
To facilitate this work it is important that we maintain the fabric of our church building and equipment.
The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees.
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Grace Fountain Church Limited (the charity) for the year ended 31 December 2025.
Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the charity are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act 2011.
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 that in any material respect:
accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 386 of the Companies Act 2006.
the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
the financial statements do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 other than any requirement that the financial statements give a true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or
the financial statements 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 financial statements 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 financial statements to be reached.
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
Grace Fountain Church Limited is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Coop Street, Scholes, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 3NH.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "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)". The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a statement of cash flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
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 are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.
At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
In the application of the charity’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.
The average monthly number of employees during the year was:
The charity is exempt from taxation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes.
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund.
The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.
There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2024 - none).