BETHESDA FREE CHAPEL
We meet for: The means of grace . (1) For their own sanctification and strengthening (Acts 1, 14; 2, 42; 3, 1; 16, 13).(2) For power to witness of Christ and to declare the Gospel (A cts 4, 31).(3) For special guidance under difficult circum?stances (Acts 1, 24; 13, 3).(4) For deliverance for others who were suffering for Christ (Acts 12, 5-12).(5) For blessing upon others.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £101,170 for the year, driven largely by £70,493 in necessary roof repairs and rising utility costs. Despite total income of £73,127, total expenditure reached £174,297, resulting in negative fund balances for the Chapel General, BEF, and BHOMS funds. The trustees forecast that expenditure will halve in the next financial year.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- Dr Stephen Borelandchair
- ALAN BAITEY
- BRUCE WILLIS THOMPSON Elder
- Daniel Sheraton
- David Boreland
- Dr DIONYSIOS TRIGKILIDAS
- IAN CAMERON
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £64k | £97k |
| 31/03/2024 | £64k | £75k |
| 31/03/2023 | £71k | £79k |
| 31/03/2022 | £75k | £60k |
| 31/03/2021 | £73k | £57k |
Common questions
Is BETHESDA FREE CHAPEL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £101,170 for the year, driven largely by £70,493 in necessary roof repairs and rising utility costs. Despite total income of £73,127, total expenditure reached £174,297, resulting in negative fund balances for the Chapel General, BEF, and BHOMS funds. The trustees forecast that expenditure will halve in the next financial year. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.