BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, LLANTWIT MAJOR
We aim to grow a loving community of Jesus-followers who live and share his message. We believe that Jesus shows the clearest picture of who God is and what he is like. We aim to be a loving family of Jesus followers that create a sense of belonging and is passionate about the Gospel. We are each called to live intentional, purpose-filled everyday lives in step with God's Spirit.
Objects
THE PRINCIPAL PURPOSES OF THE CHURCH ARE:- 3.1.1 THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES OF THE BAPTIST DENOMINATION. 3.1.2 THE CHURCH MAY ALSO ADVANCE EDUCATION AND CARRY OUT OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND/OR OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD. 3.2 [NOTHING IN THIS CONSTITUTION SHALL AUTHORISE AN APPLICATION OF THE PROPERTY OF THE CHURCH FOR PURPOSES WHICH ARE NOT CHARITABLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 7 OF THE CHARITIES AND TRUSTEE INVESTMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2005 OR SECTION 2 OF THE CHARITIES ACT (NORTHERN IRELAND) 2008.]
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity maintained unrestricted reserves of £190,235, which exceeds the trustees' stated prudent minimum reserve policy of £60,000. The financial year was an extended 17-month period, and the independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts' accuracy or the charity's ability to continue operating.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees regard the balance of £60,000 carried forward in the General Fund as adequate and ensure that the church maintains a minimum reserve of £60,000 at all times.” — page 29
Policies the charity declares
- Complaints handling
- Conflicting interests
- Financial reserves policy and procedures
- Internal charity financial controls policy and procedures
- Paying staff
- Risk management
- Safeguarding policy and procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable beneficiaries
- Trustee conflicts of interest policy and procedures
- Trustee expenses policy and procedures
- Volunteer management
Trustees
- Rev Phillip Lynden Hibbertchair
- Ian Michael Beresford
- Jodie Michelle Davies
- Louise Yvette Rogers
- Michael Geoffrey Welford
- Natalie Ruth Merritt
- Rebecca Haf Elliott
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £205k | £208k |
| 31/10/2023 | £119k | £105k |
| 31/10/2022 | £119k | £88k |
| 31/10/2021 | £95k | £61k |
Common questions
Is BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, LLANTWIT MAJOR financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity maintained unrestricted reserves of £190,235, which exceeds the trustees' stated prudent minimum reserve policy of £60,000. The financial year was an extended 17-month period, and the independent examiner confirmed that no material matters were identified that would cast doubt on the accounts' accuracy or the charity's ability to continue operating. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, LLANTWIT MAJOR | £205k | — | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| BETHEL MINISTRIES TELUGU CHURCH | £123k | £11,040 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST APOSTOLIC (THE WELL) | £119k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BETHEL COMMUNITY CHURCH (NEWPORT) | £229k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH FARNHAM | £166k | £41,200 | 0 | above | — | no doubt |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES (UPC) | £208k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |