BETLEEM ROMANIAN PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
We advance the Christian faith through regular worship, education, and pastoral care in London. We relieve hardship with a support fund, health seminars, and aid for Romanian community integration. We provide community facilities and host musical, educational, and social welfare activities for public benefit.
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £1,533,507, which significantly exceed short-term liabilities, indicating strong liquidity. The trustees consider the security and liquidity of assets as a primary objective to ensure funds are available to meet charitable activities as they fall due. There are no borrowings, and the charity reports no material exposure to financial risks such as interest rates or foreign currency fluctuations.
What the accounts disclose
“The trustees' policy is to maintain sufficient unrestricted funds to meet operational needs and ensure the charity can continue its activities.”
“One trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor, is employed by the charity under a separate contract for their services as Pastor and spiritual leader. The remuneration disclosed above of £9,736 was paid solely for their services in this employed capacity and relates entirely to pastoral duties.” — page 52
“One trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor, is employed by the charity under a separate contract for their services as Pastor and spiritual leader. The remuneration disclosed above of £9,736 was paid solely for their services in this employed capacity and relates entirely to pastoral duties. No part of this remuneration was paid for their services as a trustee, which were provided on a voluntary basis. The disclosure is made in accordance with the SORP's requirement for transparency regarding all payments to individuals who serve as trustees.” — page 52
“Cornelia Nistor Daughter of Trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor; Volunteer Biblical School teacher Reimbursement of expense for purchase of Biblical school supplies for the charity's use 101”
“One trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor, is employed by the charity under a separate contract for their services as Pastor and spiritual leader. The remuneration disclosed above of £9,736 was paid solely for their services in this employed capacity and relates entirely to pastoral duties. No part of this remuneration was paid for their services as a trustee, which were provided on a voluntary basis. The disclosure is made in accordance with the SORP's requirement for transparency regarding all payments to individuals who serve as trustees.” — page 52
“Cornelia Nistor Daughter of Trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor; Volunteer Biblical School teacher Reimbursement of expense for purchase of Biblical school supplies for the charity's use 101”
“One trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor, is employed by the charity under a separate contract for their services as Pastor and spiritual leader. The remuneration disclosed above of £9,736 was paid solely for their services in this employed capacity and relates entirely to pastoral duties. No part of this remuneration was paid for their services as a trustee, which were provided on a voluntary basis. The disclosure is made in accordance with the SORP's requirement for transparency regarding all payments to individuals who serve as trustees.” — page 52
“Cornelia Nistor Daughter of Trustee, Rev Corneliu Nistor; Volunteer Biblical School teacher Reimbursement of expense for purchase of Biblical school supplies for the charity's use 101”
Trustees
- Rev Corneliu Nistorchair
- Alexandru Filipeanu
- Calin Victor Nitu
- Danut Visan
- Darius Teofil Pantea
- Gabriel Tibu
- Romi Ilies
- Vasile Tibu
- Viorel Nistor
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2024 | £253k | £259k |
Common questions
Is BETLEEM ROMANIAN PENTECOSTAL CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2024 accounts: The accounts state that unrestricted funds total £1,533,507, which significantly exceed short-term liabilities, indicating strong liquidity. The trustees consider the security and liquidity of assets as a primary objective to ensure funds are available to meet charitable activities as they fall due. There are no borrowings, and the charity reports no material exposure to financial risks such as interest rates or foreign currency fluctuations. Its FY2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BETLEEM ROMANIAN PENTECOSTAL CHURCH | £253k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| BETEL ROMANIAN PENTECOSTAL CHURCH | £144k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| Emmanuel Baptist Church Thamesmead | £113k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| LONDON INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH | £1000k | — | 0 | unclear | — | noted |
| THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF CHESTERTON ST ANDREW | £692k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD NEW WINE ASSEMBLY | £153k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |