LIFE CITY CHURCH
The advancement of Christian Religion through worship, preaching and teaching of the Christian doctrine and principles.The instruction and care of Christians including young people and children.The evangelism of non ChristiansThe relief of persons who are in poverty or hardship, distressed, aged or sick
Objects
THE LOCAL CHURCH BELIEVES IN AND PRESENTS THE BASIC TRUTH AS SET OUT IN SCHEDULE I TO THIS DOCUMENT. THE CHARITY'S OBJECTS ("THE OBJECTS") ARE:A) THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION BY:-I) WORSHIP, PREACHING AND TEACHING OF CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE AND PRINCIPLES, FELLOWSHIP AND THE DISTRIBUTION OF BIBLE TEACHING IN ALL FORMS OF MEDIA AND THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH GENERALLY;II) THE INSTRUCTION AND CARE OF CHRISTIANS INCLUDING YOUNG PEOPLE AND CHILDREN;III) THE EVANGELISATION OF NON CHRISTIANS.B) THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION ON THE BASIS OF CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES AND WITHOUT PREJUDICE TO THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING THE PROVISION OF SUCH EDUCATION IN ANY EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENT.C) THE RELIEF OF PERSONS WHO ARE IN CONDITIONS OF NEED, HARDSHIP, POVERTY OR SICKNESS.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity's financial position remains sound and sustainable, with unrestricted funds increasing from £689,624 to £851,276 during the year. The trustees report that income and expenditure have been managed carefully with no significant fluctuations or deficits, and reserves remain at a healthy level. The charity operates on a going concern basis with adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“One trustee, Mr Stephen Sutherland, received remuneration as pastor of the church amounting to £44,520 (2024: £44,520) in the current year.” — page 18
“One trustee, Mr Stephen Sutherland, received remuneration as pastor of the church amounting to £44,520 (2024: £44,520) in the current year. During the year, Mr Stephen Sutherland, also received benefits by way of pension contributions amounting to £2,680 (2024: £2,680). The son of one trustee received £1,800 for video production services services (2024: £1,050) in the current year.” — page 18
“One trustee, Mr Stephen Sutherland, received remuneration as pastor of the church amounting to £44,520 (2024: £44,520) in the current year. During the year, Mr Stephen Sutherland, also received benefits by way of pension contributions amounting to £2,680 (2024: £2,680). The son of one trustee received £1,800 for video production services services (2024: £1,050) in the current year.” — page 18
Policies the charity declares
- Bullying and harassment policy and procedures
- Complaints handling
- Complaints policy and procedures
- Engaging external speakers at charity events policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Serious incident reporting policy and procedures
- Social media policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Property (HM Land Registry)
Trustees
- MR S SUTHERLANDchair
- ANDREW STEPHEN BOOTH
- JAY BHATT
- Joanna Mary Eyarhono
- PHILIP BUCKLEY
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £415k | £253k |
| 31/03/2024 | £319k | £208k |
| 31/03/2023 | £314k | £163k |
| 31/03/2022 | £222k | £145k |
| 31/03/2021 | £175k | £123k |
Common questions
Is LIFE CITY CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity's financial position remains sound and sustainable, with unrestricted funds increasing from £689,624 to £851,276 during the year. The trustees report that income and expenditure have been managed carefully with no significant fluctuations or deficits, and reserves remain at a healthy level. The charity operates on a going concern basis with adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
What does the highest-paid employee of LIFE CITY CHURCH earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £44,520 band.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| HOPE CHURCH HARROGATE | 1 | £7k |
| GROUND LEVEL MINISTRY TEAM | 1 | £750 |
| FAITH UP | 1 | £500 |
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- CITY LIFE CHURCH (PORTSMOUTH)
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- LONDON CHURCH INTERNATIONAL
- CITY VALLEY CHURCH
- CITY CHURCH COVENTRY
- CITY LIFE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIFE CITY CHURCH | £415k | £44,520 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CITY LIFE CHURCH (PORTSMOUTH) | £240k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| TRINITY LIFE CHURCH, ROYSTON | £78k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| LONDON CHURCH INTERNATIONAL | £497k | — | 0 | no_policy | — | no doubt |
| CITY VALLEY CHURCH | £160k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CITY CHURCH COVENTRY | £190k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |