NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP AND TEACHING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN. MIDWEEK MEETINGS FOR TEACHING, FELLOWSHIP AND PRAYER FOR ALL AGES. MONTHLY EVENTS FOR MEN AND LADIES. A WEEKLY LUNCH CLUB FOR OVER 50S FOR CHURCH AND NON-CHURCH MEMBERS. JELLY BEANS TODDLER GROUP. YOUTH GROUP. INVOLVED IN VARIOUS EVENTS WITH OTHER CHURCHES IN THE AREA, INCLUDING A COMMUNITY DAY IN THE PARK WHERE WE PROVIDE A FREE BBQ.
Objects
FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC:(A) TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATEMENT IN SUCH WAYS AND IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE CHURCH COUNCIL FROM TIME TO TIME MAY THINK FIT;(B) TO RELIEVE SICKNESS AND FINANCIAL HARDSHIP AND TO PROMOTE AND RESERVE GOOD HEALTH BY THE PROVISION OF FUNDS, GOODS OR SERVICES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING THROUGH THE PROVISION OF COUNSELLING AND SUPPORT IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE CHURCH COUNCIL FROM TIME TO TIME THINK FIT; AND(C) TO ADVANCE EDUCATION IN SUCH WAYS AND IN SUCH PARTS OF THE UNITED KINGDOM OR THE WORLD AS THE CHURCH COUNCIL FORM TIME TO TIME MAY THINK FIT.
Financial health, per its FY2026 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted reserves rose to £47,010, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £34,000 (three months of expenditure). The charity generated a net surplus of £3,479 for the year, and the independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the financial statements.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year Trustee M Willis received £34,015 salary and defined pension contributions of £833 (2025-£32,774 salary and £821) in his capacity as Paster for New Life Christian Centre in furtherance of the Charity's objects.” — page 18
“It is the trustees' aim to hold three months general expenditure in reserve. At current rates this amounts around £34,000.” — page 4
“During the year, M Willis received remuneration and pension contributions of £34,848 (2025:£33,595)” — page 15
“During the year Trustee M Willis received £34,015 salary and defined pension contributions of £833 (2025-£32,774 salary and £821) in his capacity as Paster for New Life Christian Centre in furtherance of the Charity's objects.” — page 18
“In addition, in recognition of her work within the Church in furtherance of the Charity's objects, a salary of 8,116(2025-£8,016) was paid to K Willis.” — page 18
“During the year Trustee M Willis received £34,015 salary and defined pension contributions of £833 (2025-£32,774 salary and £821) in his capacity as Paster for New Life Christian Centre in furtherance of the Charity's objects.” — page 18
“In addition, in recognition of her work within the Church in furtherance of the Charity's objects, a salary of 8,116(2025-£8,016) was paid to K Willis.” — page 18
Policies the charity declares
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Mike Willischair
- Emmanuel Ifenatuorah
- Ian Foskett
- Matthew Redding
- Michael Te
- Paul Asbury
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2026 | £163k | £159k |
| 31/03/2025 | £164k | £183k |
| 31/03/2024 | £139k | £147k |
| 31/03/2023 | £124k | £136k |
| 31/03/2022 | £113k | £121k |
Common questions
Is NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE financially healthy?
Per its FY2026 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted reserves rose to £47,010, which is above the trustees' stated policy target of approximately £34,000 (three months of expenditure). The charity generated a net surplus of £3,479 for the year, and the independent examiner confirmed that no material matters came to their attention regarding the financial statements. Its FY2026 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE earn?
Per its FY2026 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £34,015 band.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE SACHS FOUNDATION | 1 | £383k |
Charities like this
- NEW LIFE DERBY
- NEW LIFE CHURCH CAMBRIDGE
- NEW LIFE CHURCH BISHOP'S STORTFORD
- NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE (CROYDON)
- THE LIFE CHURCH - MAIDSTONE
- NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH FORDINGBRIDGE
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE | £163k | £34,015 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| NEW LIFE DERBY | £576k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| NEW LIFE CHURCH CAMBRIDGE | £114k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| NEW LIFE CHURCH BISHOP'S STORTFORD | £100k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN CENTRE (CROYDON) | £1.3m | Under £60,000 | 0 | above | 0.0% | no doubt |
| THE LIFE CHURCH - MAIDSTONE | £254k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |