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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£482.9K
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Spending
£482.9K
Public benefits
The direct benefits flowing from this purpose include the raising of Christian values and standards amongst the people who attend Church Services and other activities associated with the Church. Also highlighting Christian moral values to the wider society by providing a Christian example within the community. By assisting in the cultivation of
cross-community relations through events such as the Friday night Youth Club, the parent and toddler group, Gospel Goals - youth soccer training. By advancing religious knowledge and education amongst Children attending activities such as the Sunday School, Bible Classes and the Good News club. Wider benefits include increased contribution to missionaries who adhere to our Statement of Faith whereby disadvantaged people both at home and abroad derive some benefit (practical as well as spiritual). The direct benefits which flow from the purpose include: Eternal salvation and adoption into the family of God through the gospel of Jesus Christ. The spread of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, bringing reconciliation both between human beings and God and between human beings. The gaining of an understanding in Christian beliefs as set out in the Bible and the Doctrinal Statement of the Church leading to spiritual and moral development and personal growth in the Christian faith. The provision of regular Christian education, helping people to understand, live out, defend and promote the Christian gospel of Jesus Christ. Practical expressions of Christian beliefs and standards in the local community such as through the care of those in need, assistance and comfort to the sick, elderly and bereaved. The development of individual ability an gift through the engagement of willing volunteers in practical and spiritual service. The positive impact on society that comes from the living out of a Christian worldview. The benefits can be demonstrated through feedback from the beneficiaries as well as from the visible presence of the Church and it's resources in the community. The benefits arising from the purpose will also be demonstrated through the number of those attending activities and events and benefiting directly each week from the Bible teaching and the corporate worship, the leaders and helpers mobilised each week through various programmes, the positive contributions of members within the wider community and the effective pastoral care supporting both families and individuals. The Trustees do not anticipate that any harm will flow from any of the above purposes. The beneficiaries are primarily the users / adherents of the Church and associated facilities however the beneficiaries also include the wider general public in the Banbridge area. Other communities throughout Northern Ireland, and worldwide which benefit from our engagement with, and support for, both Christian and other secular organisations. The Church currently employs one person in the role of teaching Elder (or Pastor) who is responsible for Christian teaching, for conducting weddings and funerals. (The Church may at some stage appoint another person as an assistant to the Pastor). The Church also employs an individual to fulfil the role of care-taker in order to maintain the condition and cleanliness of the premises. These persons are paid an agreed and reasonable stipend out of the funds of the Church. All others receive no private benefits which are more than incidental or necessary, for example, a small token of gratitude given to guest speakers and to cover costs.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
Holds regular services for public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching for all age groups. organise meetings and events that promote our charitable purpose i.e. Children's Sunday School, Young person’s Bible class, Youth Fellowship meetings, Youth Club, Parent and Toddler group, Women’s meeting, Good News Club, weekly Fellowship
Hour, and provide pastoral care to the members of the church through visitation and prayer. Participate in the life of the local community by offering our suite of halls to ABC Council as emergency accommodation in the event of an emergency situation. By hosting other events on a monthly or seasonal basis such as; the Torch Fellowship for persons with a disability, Gospel Goals – football coaching for primary school aged children which is coupled with Christian teaching and ethos. A summer Holiday Bible Club event which is open to all children in the area. Support other Christian organisations and charities through volunteering, financial gifts and prayer. Also, the support of various missionaries both at home and worldwide. The Church may include or dispense with meetings, clubs or events in line with the directed will of the membership. However, in making changes, these will be done in a manner that promotes our charitable purpose and serves our local community.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of religion
Who the charity helps
- Children (5-13 year olds)
- General public
- Older people
- Overseas/developing countries
- Parents
- Preschool (0-5 year olds)
- Women
- Youth (14-25 year olds)
How the charity works
- Religious activities
