DEBRESINA MARIYAM ERITREAN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH
Our church provides prayers for the community and spiritual guidance for the youth; Helping people ease their problems accordingly; Creating a cultural hub; Helping the Eritrean refugees and asylum seekers to integrate smoothly with the broader community by arranging training; Arranging Christian and cultural activities such as exhibitions, seminars, meetings, lectures studying scripture e.t.c.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity recorded a net deficit of £28,931 for the year ended 30 September 2025, following total income of £115,670 and expenditure of £144,601. Per the trustees' report, this financial position reflects the management of operations and loan repayments following the acquisition of a permanent place of worship. The trustees remain committed to ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
What the accounts disclose
“The charity’s principal income continues to be voluntary donations and contributions from the congregation and the wider Eritrean Orthodox community.” — page 9
“During the reporting period, differing interpretations of delegated authority and governance responsibilities led to administrative challenges, including delays in accessing financial and administrative records.” — page 8
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 30/09/2024)
Trustees
- Mulubrhan Berhie Bahtachair
- Bereket Yohannes
- Rev Hadgu Yemane Tesfay
- Yohannes Petros Berhane
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 30/09/2025 | £115k | £141k |
| 30/09/2024 | £518k | £615k |
| 30/09/2023 | £131k | £34k |
Common questions
Is DEBRESINA MARIYAM ERITREAN ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity recorded a net deficit of £28,931 for the year ended 30 September 2025, following total income of £115,670 and expenditure of £144,601. Per the trustees' report, this financial position reflects the management of operations and loan repayments following the acquisition of a permanent place of worship. The trustees remain committed to ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.