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INTRODUCTION THE SENIOR PASTOR’S REPORT
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WHO WE ARE
In Pursuit of God: A New Sound A Praying Church Pursuing Purpose: Church Operations Evangelism Discipleship Kidz First
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Our Year At A Glance Esthers’ Brunch SOZO: Doing Life Together The Pursuit of God conference Mission to Brazil Healthcare Mission to Nigeria IT Week Fun Fashion event
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Cover: “Stained Glass/Kaleidoscope” kaleidoscope /kəˈlʌɪdəskəʊp/
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a constantly changing pattern or sequence of elements.
from the Ancient Greek καλός (kalos), “beautiful”, εἶδος (eidos), “form or shape” and σκοπέω (skopeō), “to see or look to”...hence the “observation of beautiful forms.”* [*etymonline; Cussen, Eoin (1858). The Kaleidoscope: Its History, Theory, and Construction with its Application to the Fine and Useful Arts (2 ed.). J. Murray}
The New Church: a reflection of the beauty of Christ observed in diversity and constant growth.
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Introduction It does not matter how successful an organisation has been in the past, if it rests on previous accolades and does not continue to embrace change, evolving as of necessity, it risks losing the relevance and impact that brought about its initial success.
At Jesus House, we are driven by our mission, which is – to pursue a deep and meaningful relationship with God, to discover our purpose on earth and strive to maximise our potential, serving others with our gifts and talents and consequently impacting our communities with the love of Jesus Christ. These objectives have guided our activities, events and partnerships over the years as we have sought to be an effective city church. A reflection on our 20-year history (1994 – 2014) invoked a deep sense of gratitude for the milestones and achievements on the journey. As we marked our 20th anniversary, we focused our attention on the future and the need to lay the right foundation that would birth a thriving church for the 21st Century, a church in which generations connect and individuals are encouraged to grow in their relationship with God and with others. This focus has led us to a process of reengineering in order to give rise to what we refer to as ‘the New Church’. In 2015 Jesus House was poised on the cusp of a new era.
The ‘New Church’ is about who we are striving to be in the years ahead, and this report gives an overview of some of the steps we have begun to take, to usher us into that future. We see the ‘New Church’ as a multigenerational and multicultural church where everyone grows and serves together; where the Holy Spirit is central to all activity and the joy of answered prayer is regularly experienced; where the next generation of leaders are born and raised, and new believers are continually added to the family; where individuals beyond our walls are reached through our community initiatives and technology used to make the world a place of permanent connectivity; where liberty is found in our expression and change is driven by leaders equipped for this season of the faith; where disciples are made and emboldened in the practice of their beliefs; where godly excellence is not a pleasant catchphrase but a way of life.
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The Senior Pastor’s report WELCOME TO OUR 2015 ANNUAL REPORT. After the celebrations of our 20th year in 2014, 2015 was a year of deep reflection for us as we fixed our attention on the future. We were aware that we had come to the end of a season and that we were poised on the cusp of a new phase in the life of the church. It required taking a closer look at ourselves and the manner in which we ‘do church’ and then asking some very pertinent questions as we grappled with the challenge of building a vibrant, spiritually mature church for the 21st Century. This focus is reflected in our theme – The New Church. Our reliance on the Holy Spirit as our guide was even more critical as we began to navigate this new course. Prayer became more of a lifeline and we engaged in different forms of communication with our Heavenly Father. Music took on greater significance in our worship of God and a progressive deepening of our relationship with Jesus inspired increased innovation in our creative expression. The awareness that the future of the Church rests with connecting generations led us
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to continually examine new avenues for engaging with our youth in a digitally-driven age. We embraced the changes brought about by advances in communications technologies as a further means of communicating the timeless message of Christ’s love to wider audiences. This report is an acknowledgment of God’s continued faithfulness on Jesus House. We are all too aware that nothing of lasting value and impact can be achieved in our own strength. Everything we have accomplished has been by His grace and through His Holy Spirit alone. As we press forward on our course of remaining a church that is rooted in the word of God and guided entirely by His Spirit, we stay committed to our goal of building communities in which people can flourish, growing stronger in their relationships with God, and as they do so, positively impacting their environment. We are grateful for your support in 2015. Thank you for committing your time, talents and resources to further the spread of the Gospel. Your sacrifice enables us
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to continue to reach our local and international communities with the love of Jesus Christ. We are excited about the future and deeply humbled to be a part of God’s work in the United Kingdom. If you would like additional information on our activities, please contact us at info@jesushouse.org.uk.
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IN PURSUIT OF GOD
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Music is intrinsic to the worship of our God. In the wake of the ‘Pursuit of God conference 2015’, (21 days of collective fasting, prayers and worship aimed at meeting our desire for greater depth in our knowledge of and relationship with God), it became clear that we needed to evaluate and re-invent our music, in order to produce a ‘new sound’ that was both refreshing and spiritual, both life-giving and life-changing. This new sound is characterised by a deep, stirring expression that is not constrained by religious form. Often spontaneous, it is accompanied by the palpable presence of the Holy Spirit and requires the embracing of new styles and new expressions under His leading. 14
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THE ESSENCE OF WHAT we now refer to as the ‘new sound’, is to create – through music - an enabling environment for people of diverse cultures and backgrounds to enjoy a meaningful worship experience at our gatherings; an environment that links the individual’s need for a personal connection with the power available in collective worship. Charged with the responsibility of leading the congregation on the journey of worship at our services, the music ministry embarked on a process of change that is on-going in 2016.
This process involved greater spiritual depth and the acquisition of technical skills. The church continues to invest in the ministry to ensure that this critical aspect of our service provision is at the forefront of the change process. JHAR2015
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What does a “Praying Church” look like? The phrase goes beyond a contemporary label, and describes a church made up of people of diverse backgrounds, who are united in their desire and passion for constant communication with God through prayer, people who make prayer a priority and a way of life, and who come together regularly to pray for God’s intervention in their personal and corporate lives and in society.
[A PRAYING CHURCH] THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IS CENTRED on a relationship with God with prayer as the primary medium of communication. Prayer (personal and collective) establishes our connection with God. Through prayer we invite His intervention in our circumstances and open up ourselves for His desires to be formed in us. Our vision for the future is to
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become a praying church. In 2015 we adopted a range of prayer initiatives, creating opportunities for individuals to learn and to practice different styles as we sought to develop and establish a praying culture. JHAR2015
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Every individual was created on purpose and for a purpose. Our primary pursuit of a closer relationship with God leads to the recognition that no one was created insignificant. As a church we are committed to supporting the individual’s quest to discover their purpose and maximise their potential. We believe that true fulfilment is realised through using our gifts and skills in serving the needs of others. The church of the future includes individuals who have a heart for their community. 650 volunteers contribute their time and skills by serving in the 50+ ministries that make up our church. 20
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WE WOULD NOT be able to function effectively without our volunteers, individuals from all walks of life who have made themselves available out of a desire to serve and contribute practically to the church community. In addition to regular volunteering drives, we offer the congregation the opportunity to get more involved in church life every February when we rest the volunteer workforce. Members of the congregation are able to step into a range of areas and experience the fulfilment found in serving.
In February 2015, 250 members of the congregation signed up to help run church operations. Some of them shared aspects of their experiences and the benefits they derived which included an opportunity to connect, a place to belong and an opportunity to acquire new skills. Several opted to stay on at the end of February.
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As we prepare for the future we are committed to expanding opportunities for service and to encouraging the active engagement in Christian service of more young people.
What the volunteers said: “Love, teamwork and care characterised my team”, “My team was amazing, they made us feel welcome and gave us tips on how to succeed.” “I grew in my worship of God.”
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Our volunteers are the lifeblood of the church and their contributions are valued greatly in every aspect of church life. They are quite literally the eyes, ears, heart, hands and feet that enable the fulfilment of the church’s objectives. Whether it is driving our shuttle buses, parking cars, providing a friendly face as you walk in, showing you to your seat, working with a group of children, operating a camera, leading worship, helping to clear a garden, handing out food, connecting with you on social media, or keeping the church in tip-top shape, our volunteers are out there, helping to meet the needs of everyone who attends the church. 22
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A key element of evangelism is the simple act of sharing the gospel message: that Christ Jesus loves us, was crucified for our sins, died and resurrected from the grave, thus offering both redemption for the repentant heart and the ability to live a holy life pleasing to God, through the help of the Holy Spirit. Evangelism is an integral part of the mission of the Church. A SIGNIFICANT ELEMENT in our church re-engineering thrust in 2015 was to place greater emphasis on evangelism by ensuring that the church develops a heart for the lost; more importantly to help people understand that although
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[DISCIPLESHIP] A Christian’s pursuit of purpose will inevitably involve the recognition of the need for growth in their faith and walk. Growth and development take place through the mechanism of discipleship – the ultimate aim being to become more and more like Christ Jesus. In 2015 the church provided various opportunities that engendered spiritual growth following on from which the intention in 2016 is to offer more openings for individuals to build relationships and grow together, particularly in small groupings. IN 2015, 74 PEOPLE completed preparation classes leading to their baptism. Reflecting on his path to baptism 21-yearold Daniel said: “I got baptised the day after my 21st birthday [for] a few reasons: firstly, I wanted to dedicate my life to Christ. Although I have given my life to Christ, the act of baptism [was for me] a step I needed to take in order to grow spiritually
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and be the person God intended for me to be. Also, I’m at an age where I’m thinking more and more about my future and there is a need for me to understand more about God’s plan for my life. “I found [the classes] very helpful and insightful. I really enjoyed the teachings and the interactive learning that was incorporated… I learned a lot and [they inspired] me to read and study the Word more.” JHAR2015
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[KIDZ FIRST] The New Church reflects a place where everyone recognises that our children are the future, where we pull together as a church to foster a fun, learning environment for the children, a place where they can build the foundations of a strong lifelong relationship with God while exploring the talents and gifts He has placed in them. THE CHILDREN’S MINISTRY ADOPTED the phrase: ‘Every day with Jesus makes a difference’ as their strapline for the year. This was adapted in a variety of ways to suit the different age groups and incorporated into all the teachings and activities. In November, as in previous years, the children were given the opportunity to showcase their talents and the result of months of hardwork to the wider church family at the annual Kidz First Sunday, when a representative of the children run the Sunday service programmes and serve in all the ministry areas as ushers, greeters, production crew members etc.
A practical demonstration of the lifechanging impact of a relationship with Jesus resulting in a desire to make a difference in the lives of others, was evident in the official Kidz First fundraising campaign which resulted in £1,700 raised in support of the ministry’s designated charity for the year, Street Child UK (a UKbased charity which provides educational opportunities and support for vulnerable children in West Africa). A further £750 was raised in the children’s version of the Ice Bucket Challenge with various teachers nominated for the public dousing. JHAR2015
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OUR YEAR AT A GLANCE It would prove impossible to capture every event and activity which took place in Jesus House in a calendar year, so here are a few highlights of things we got up to as a church in 2015.
Apostle Brian Keith Williams speaking at the 2015 Mandate Men’s Conference.
Patrick Ayanbadejo taking part in the Kidz First ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ to raise money for Project Street Child.
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Jesus House member Oluyomi O’Tuminu launched her debut novel ‘Sacrifice’ (below), which addresses the subject of leaving legacies to the next generation, and tackles commonly asked questions on love, loyalty, life and death.
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Professional football player (then of Hull City FC) and Jesus House member Sone Aluko speaking at the 2015 Football Academy (left on opposite page), encourages young people not to compromise their beliefs in the face of negativity.
Pastors Agu Irukwu and Ayobami Olunloyo meeting with a visitor to the Church Office Open Day on May 31st.
Prime Minister David Cameron addressed the congregation at the Festival of Life (left) in the run-up to the general elections, championing family values and reminding listeners that the United Kingdom is a Christian nation. (The London Festival of Life is the largest religious gathering in the UK. Held bi-annually since 1996, it is organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God, UK and hosted by its General Overseer, Pastor EA Adeboye; it attracts approximately 40,000 adults.)
British and Hollywood actor David Oyelowo gave Jesus House exclusive permission to screen his movie ‘Captive’ at the church on the evening of Sunday 27th September. Speaking during an interview with Pastor Agu Irukwu at the morning services (right), Mr Oyelowo described himself as “a born-again Christian” for whom “Jesus” was his denomination. 29
48 Elderly residents from Barnet and Brent boroughs enjoying a night out at the annual Celebration of Life event.
The number of homes visited during ACTS week (A Call To Serve), when 170 volunteers (including those featured below) helped the elderly, disabled and less privileged within our community with various household tasks including gardening, decluttering, jet washing pavements and painting.
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The number of food parcels handed out to families through the Colindale foodbank, which served 1726 adults and 1199 children.
Members of the community action team present a Christmas Lunch on Jesus photo album to the Mayor of Barnet and his wife, who were part of a team of volunteers handing out hampers to residents in Barnet.
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Charitable grant given to Street Child UK to support their work to relieve Ebola orphan crises in West Africa.
Charitable donation to the Good Shepherd Homes, India, which began a new chapter with the construction of the Parandwadi Children’s Village providing housing and accommodation to street children. Jesus House has partnered with the Good Shepherd Homes for over 4 years.
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Jesus House hosted the RCCG multimedia training seminar.
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Jesus House Community team members with teenagers participating in The Challenge Network Charity.
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Charitable grant given to Hope UK, an organisation set up to combat drug and substance misuse.
Pastor Shola Adeaga and the Synergy dance ministry, during a performance at the Watchnight service.
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The number of Christmas meal hampers delivered by the Christmas Lunch on Jesus initiative through franchises in Brent, Merton, Haringey, Thamesmead, Luton, Northampton and Australia. The project, which sees volunteers pack (above) and distribute hampers filled with turkey and other Christmas lunch items, started in 2007 with the aim of delivering Christmas meals to the most deprived families in the borough of Barnet during one of the most difficult times in the year.
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Charitable grant given to World Evangelism Mission to support the advancement of the Christian religion worldwide.
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Charitable donation to Christian Solidarity Worldwide, which works to raise awareness of and provide support for persecuted Christians in over 20 countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America.
Members of the Tribe of Judah choir ministering at the Watchnight service.
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Esthers’ Brunch DISCOVERING WHO WE ARE
ON 28TH OF MARCH 2015 a group of young women aged 16-24 years gathered at the Pullman London St Pancras Hotel for an event themed “Who am I?” The occasion, the first of its kind, was organised by Esthers’, the women’s ministry at Jesus House, with the specific aim of enabling young women to fully identify themselves as individuals and learn to cope with the pressures of life without compromising their values and beliefs. The ladies were encouraged to explore their identities, looking at their emotions and sense of self-worth, and then allow God to guide them to an understanding of their true value throughJesus Christ. Speaking to the ladies, Ruth Awogbade, one of the organisers said: “Take time to discover who you are. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. It’s exhausting [trying] to be a perfect woman.” Bringing a message of encouragement and empowerment, guest speaker, Julie Galanti of Hillsong London, shared her story about growing up in a home lacking in affirmation and love, the tragic murder of her father and how she was able to pull through, finding love and acceptance in a relationship with God and subsequently going on to touch the lives of so many. JHAR2015
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DOING LIFE TOGETHER
“To save, deliver, protect, do well, and be made whole” - SOZO ON SATURDAY THE 7TH OF FEBRUARY 2015, Jesus House was the venue for an evening of teaching and socialising for unmarried adults, for whom SOZO is a platform to interact and receive spiritual and emotional care and mentoring. Hosted by pastors Bajo and Chizor Akisanya, who oversee the ministry, and featuring bestselling author, singer and television co-host Michelle McKinney Hammond as guest speaker, the event brought together 300 people who were drawn by the opportunity to connect with others in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. SOZO was created to provide a safe and appropriate place of fellowship for single people at all stages of life. The word ‘Sozo’ is derived from the Greek language, and refers to keeping a person safe and secure, removed from harm. JHAR2015
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In Pursuit of God SEEKING GOD TOGETHER
THE PURSUIT OF GOD CONFERENCE (POG) has been held annually since 2002 and was born of a vision to facilitate a gathering of people who hunger for progressive intimacy with God, want to explore new depths of heartfelt worship, and who long for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Held over 21 days in June, POG brings together renowned speakers and teachers from diverse backgrounds to challenge and equip individuals for effective lives as Christians. The theme in 2015 was ‘The Holy Spirit’, The message from the speakers who included Philip Barber, founding pastor of the Potter’s House, Stokeon-Trent, England, followed a common thread on the necessity for individuals and church denominations to work together to fulfil Jesus’ directive to go out into the world with the aim of making disciples of all the nations. There was a call to ‘spread out,’ to reach out intentionally into all corners of the United Kingdom with the love of God. JHAR2015
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Mission to Brazil SPREADING LOVE ACROSS THE SEAS
THE JESUS HOUSE BRAZIL MISSION, which is coordinated by Wesley Skau, a deacon and ministerial aide to the senior pastor, began in 2010 with a focus on Brazilian prisons and the aim of assisting in the rehabilitation of offenders at the staterun Londrina Prison, Brazil, through an evangelism and discipleship programme.Originally from Londrina, Brazil and having personal experience of the gang culture and cycle of crime in which so many young men were trapped, Wesley was motivated to seek to make a difference in the lives of people who, like him, had suffered hardship and privation. The project evolved and was extended to support for family members of the prisoners, many of whom were suffering due to the incarceration of fathers who were often the main providers. In 2015 Jesus House sponsored 500 food hampers to 2000 people, mainly women and children, in the deprived communities of Londrina. A team from Jesus House, London (which included brother and sister, Joy and Nathan Omoregie) joined forces with a local team of over 100 volunteers in an 8-hour long distribution drive. JHAR2015
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Healthcare Mission BRINGING CARE AND HOPE
EACH DAY, NIGERIA LOSES ABOUT 2,300 CHILDREN at birth or before they attain the age of five, and over 145 women of childbearing age, making the country the second largest contributor to the world’s under-five maternal mortality rate*. Studies tell of disturbing incidents of pregnant women in distant villages with no access to healthcare or facilities for delivery, either giving birth unattended in their homes, or having to seek help at the nearest maternity clinics or hospitals which are often situated in far off towns and cities. Factors such are poor transport links and roads contribute to the risk to the lives of both the mother and her unborn child. The Jesus House healthcare team, which comprises health care professionals in a variety of disciplines ran two medical outreaches to two states in Nigeria (Kogi, in the central region and Cross River in the southern section of the country). In Kogi State 2000 birth kits were distributed to pregnant women at six hospitals over a threeday period by a team led by obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Marcelina Coker. The Cross River State team worked in collaboration with a local
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foundation trust from a base at the primary health centre in Ikot Effang Mpa Calabar municipal. The mission team was comprised of 17 volunteers from various fields of medicine, including a general practitioner, a midwife, a pharmacologist, a gynaecologist and a dentist, alongside non-medical personnel. Health care services provided on the trips included: • General health screening • Dental checks • Women’s health screening • Minor surgeries • Distribution of birthing kits for expectant mothers. JHAR2015
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MAXIMISING POTENTIAL IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
THE JESUS HOUSE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) conference, a first of its kind, was a career and entrepreneurial development initiative designed to deliver hands-on training and workshops on a range of Information Technology fields, in addition to providing practical tips on developing a successful career in IT. The conference took place from 13th-15th November 2015. The event provided the opportunity for a variety of people (employment seekers, graduates, students, experienced professionals and entrepreneurs) to connect with recruitment agents and prospective employers. 500+ people registered and attended over the course of the three days. The conference was the brainchild of the Jesus House IT unit which is supported by members of the congregation, professionals in the field, who volunteer their time and expertise to assist in meeting the church’s IT requirements. Commenting on the benefits of the event, one attendee stated: “I feel like I have become an equipped and experienced professional with innovative skills for the advancement of my career.” JHAR2015
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Fun Fashion event INSPIRING A GENERATION OF GIRLS
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. - Psalm 139:14 THE BIG PICTURE FUN FASHION event was designed to empower teenage girls from deprived neighbourhoods in the borough of Barnet to form a ‘bigger picture’ of themselves than their circumstances might allow, and to see themselves as beautiful and possessing the inner strength to achieve their goals. In an atmosphere filled with excitement, with girls enjoying each other’s company and an audience of family and friends bubbling with eager anticipation, it was easy to imagine that the show was holding in the presence of some of the biggest fashion buyers in the world, at some of the finest locations in Paris, New York or Milan, and not in the Jesus House chapel with its improvised runway. The intention behind Fun Fashion was to create a fun environment which would not only hold the girls’ interest but would also assist in instilling confidence and passing on important life skills at what is a critical stage in their development.
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A young participant at the Big Picture Fun Fashion event for teenage girls takes to the catwalk.
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premises in Brent Terrace, Brent Cross, London and a Community Centre based in Graeme Park, Colindale, London.
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
The Charity’s main objective for the year was: • Re-inventing the local Church for the 21st Century.
SUMMARY
The Trustees, who are also Directors for the purposes of Company Law, are pleased to present the annual report for the purposes of Section 45 of the Charities Act 1993 and sections 415 to 419 of the Companies Act 2006, together with the accounts for the period ended 31st December 2015. The Trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice “Accounting and Reporting by Charities” issued in March 2005, in preparing the annual report and financial statements of the Charity. STRUCTURE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Jesus House is a charitable company limited by guarantee, incorporated on 4 August 2000 and registered as a charity on 27 September 2001. It has a non-charitable subsidiary company, New Dimensions Trading Limited. It is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association and is managed by a Board of Trustees. Decisions are determined by a simple majority vote by the Trustees who set the strategic direction of the Charity. Delegated authority has been given to the Pastoral Board and Management Team for the day-to-day running of the operations of the Charity. OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES The Charity’s objects are: • “The advancement of the Christian religion worldwide;” • “The relief of poverty worldwide.” These objects are charitable and operate for the public benefit. It pursues these objects by the operation of a centre for Christian worship at its
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STRATEGIES The Charity’s strategy for achieving this objective was: • To reposition itself to effectively reach those presently outside of its dominant demographic, and fulfil the vision of the New Church. ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT • The Charity, through the departments mentioned above, organises events and meetings to promote its objects. • The Charity continues to provide invaluable financial and administrative support to the Festival of Life prayer event held bi-annually. • The Charity continues to provide substantial financial support to other charities (locally, nationally and internationally) operating within its objects. Grant allocation for each year is approved by the Board of Trustees and disbursement to various charities is approved by the Management Team. • The Charity continues to impact lives across the globe by partnering with the Londrina State Penitentiary (PEL) Brazil to help change the lives of some of its inmates. • The Colindale Food Bank (part of The Trussell Trust), a food distribution service set up for those in need within the Borough and operating out of the Novo Centre. • Monthly sponsorship of the Good Shepherd Homes in India. • The Novo Centre is a Jesus House community development centre. It continues to expand the work it does in the Grahame Park Estate in Colindale and provides a wide range of
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services targeted at the different groups of people who live on the estate, ranging from children, single mothers, and the elderly. • A week-long programme for ages 16-18 titled ‘Inspiring Future Doctors’ where young people looking to study medicine at University got the chance to work with adults in the medical field. • The Healthcare Mission Trip to Nigeria in collaboration with Aggiewinsor Foundation Trust and the Kogi West Women and Otorhinolaryngological Society of Nigeria to deliver free medical care to the local population in Kogi and Cross River States in Nigeria. RISK MANAGEMENT The Trustees have conducted a review of the major risks to which the Charity is exposed. A risk register has been established which identifies the major risks by area of activity, the nature of those risks, the likelihood of the risks happening and the measure taken to manage them. The Trustees review the risk register regularly at their meetings and are satisfied that systems are in place to manage the risks that have been identified. In particular, insurance cover is in place and the finances of the Charity are kept under review. Appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service checks (DBS), supported by regularly reviewed policies are conducted for all those who work with children or other vulnerable groups within the Charity. Where appropriate, systems have been established to mitigate the risks the Charity faces. Significant external risks to funding have led to the development of a strategic plan which will allow for the diversification of funding and activities. Internal control risks are minimised by the implementation of procedures for authorisation of all transactions and projects. Procedures are in place to ensure compliance with health and safety of members of staff, volunteers, clients and visitors to the Charity.
FINANCIAL REVIEW As at 31 December 2015, the level of reserves available for the Charity’s use (i.e. unrestricted funds and not represented by fixed assets) was £184,603 (as at 31 December 2014: £250,631). The Trustees consider that the Charity needs to hold reserves equivalent to half a months’ expenditure (approximately £150,000) in order to ensure the ongoing delivery of its charitable objects during an unforeseen downturn in income. The Trustees consider that the current level of reserves for the expansion is below that required and that the Charity should aim to generate more income for the project. The Charity’s principal funding source continues to be the individuals who attend services and make contributions in the form of freewill offerings, tithes and other donations. PLANS FOR FUTURE PERIODS The Charity continues to explore ways of furthering its charitable objectives in an effective manner by ensuring there is awareness of its services and proactively seeking opportunities to be more involved in the community. The Charity seeks to provide services and activities that meet the needs of people and contribute to a positive change in the moral and spiritual climate of the local Borough, this reflects its Christian ethos and beliefs. TRUSTEES’ RESPONSIBILITIES The Trustees (who are also Directors 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 Directors, who are Trustees for the purposes of Charity law, to prepare
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financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of the affairs of the company and the group and of the results of the group for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the Trustees are required to: • select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently • make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent • prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business • state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements • observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP
company and the group and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and the group and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. In so far as the Trustees are aware: • there is no relevant audit information of which the company’s auditors are unaware; and • the Trustees have taken all steps that they ought to have to make themselves aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the auditors are aware of that information.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the
Approved by the Board and signed on its behalf.
APPOINTMENT OF AUDITORS A resolution proposing Blue Spire South LLP be reappointed will be put forward at the Board Meeting of the Charity.
Trustee – Dr O Adeaga
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
INCOMING RESOURCES Incoming resources from generated funds Voluntary income Activities for generating funds Investment/Other income Incoming resources from charitable activities
Unrestricted Funds £
Restricted Funds £
2015 Total Funds £
2014 Total Funds £
4,820,314 230,423 55
-
4,820,314 230,423 55
4,796,863 244,425 156
215,036
-
215,036
218,089
Total incoming resources
5,265,828
-
5,265,828
5,259,533
RESOURCES EXPENDED Costs of generating funds Fundraising trading: CoGS and other costs Charitable activities Governance costs
280,734 4,779,353 14,203
6,935 -
280,734 4,786,288 14,203
258,456 4,737,017 13,429
Total resources expended
5,074,290
6,935
5,081,225
5,008,902
184,603
250,631
Net Income
191,538
(6,935)
TRANSFERS Gross transfers between funds
-
-
-
-
Net incoming resources before other recognised gains and losses
191,538
(6,935)
OTHER RECOGNISED GAINS/LOSSES Unrealised profit/(loss) on investments Net movement in funds
184,603
250,631
191,538
(6,935)
184,603
250,631
Total funds brought forward
(106,555)
2,148,873
2,042,318
2,588,555
Total funds carried forward
84,983
2,141,938
2,226,921
2,839,186
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None of the charity’s other activities were acquired or discontinued during the above two financial years. The group has no recognised gains or losses other than those dealt with in the statement of financial activities. Top 6 Income sources for 2015 Honoraria Donations Welfare Funds Thanksgiving Gift Aid Income Offering Tithe
£86,138.02 £105,282.15 £260,182.76 £514,975.48 £812,480.06 £2,781,430.94
THE WELFARE SCHEME – “THINKING OF OTHERS” The Jesus House welfare scheme aims to fulfil Christ’s command to “love one another” (John 13:34) and to “help the least of these my brethren” (Matthew 25:31-46). The welfare scheme is deemed to be the “hands” and “feet” of Jesus to members of the church who are hurting or who may be going through difficult times due to illness, bereavement, unemployment and the sheer pressures of life. The scheme has at its heart, the alleviation of poverty. The scheme seeks to ensure that no member of Jesus House is in a position where he/ she cannot afford the basic necessities of life i.e. food, shelter and clothing. Although the principal beneficiaries of the scheme are Jesus House members, non-members may also benefit from the scheme in exceptional circumstances. 2015 Welfare Scheme at a glance Income Welfare
Top 6 expenditure items for 2015 Staff Salaries (Admin and Ministry staff) Ministry Outreach and Expenses Rent Expenses Facilities Expenses Charitable Grants CSR Expenses
£1,408,103.40 £602,854.00 £456,823.00 £450,853.00 £336,803.20 £185,423.00
£105,282.15
Expenditure Welfare - Relocation Welfare - General
£5,583.00 £25,388.10
Welfare - Educational Welfare - Medical
£17,837.00 £11,010.00
Welfare - Bereavement Welfare - Widow’s Fund
£13,115.84 £7,000.00
Stats: The welfare scheme: 1. Helped 8 individuals with relocation expenses 2. Helped 38 people with basic feeding and transport expenses 3. Helped 7 individuals with education costs 4. Helped 4 families through medical situations 5. Gave financial assistance to 15 individuals to help with bereavement circumstances 6. Supported 29 widows through Christmas
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GRANTS UK - In addition to giving 20% of our income to the World Evangelism Mission and supporting the RCCG Central Office on a monthly basis, Jesus House supported 15 other charities in the UK by way of giving charitable grants to help with the fulfilment of their charitable objectives. OVERSEAS – Jesus House also supported charities in various countries including India, Vienna, USA and Nigeria.
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