HIGH BARNET BAPTIST CHURCH
The main objectives of the charity are the worship of God and the exposition, preaching, promulgation, dissemination and instruction of the Christian faith.The aim of the charity is to encourage Christians in their faith, to provide opportunities for non Christians to understand the Christian faith and to demonstrate God's love by helping those in need.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £32,837 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with unrestricted reserves standing at £193,627. The trustees note that these reserves are equivalent to approximately 23 months of average expenditure, which they consider prudent given future ministerial commitments. The charity is reliant on voluntary donations but the trustees are confident in its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The Church’s reserves policy is, as far as practical, to save for future building works rather than to borrow. In addition, as the Church is independent and receives no guaranteed support from any outside organisation, it seeks to have sufficient reserves within its general and designated funds to facilitate up to two years of future expenditure on day-to-day activities and specific building projects.” — page 5
Trustees
- David Webster
- Jonathan Robert Prime
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £68k | £101k |
| 31/12/2024 | £95k | £110k |
| 31/12/2023 | £70k | £105k |
| 31/12/2022 | £56k | £78k |
| 31/12/2021 | £98k | £104k |
Common questions
Is HIGH BARNET BAPTIST CHURCH financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a deficit of £32,837 for the year ended 31 December 2025, with unrestricted reserves standing at £193,627. The trustees note that these reserves are equivalent to approximately 23 months of average expenditure, which they consider prudent given future ministerial commitments. The charity is reliant on voluntary donations but the trustees are confident in its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.