THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ENGLAND
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £124,598 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total net assets increasing to £7,868,358. The trustees maintain a reserves policy to hold sufficient free reserves to cover six months of net operating costs, estimated at £25,000 per month. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted general funds stood at £589,867, which is below the implied policy target of £150,000 (six months of £25,000), though total designated and restricted funds provide a larger overall buffer.
What the accounts disclose
“The Trustees intend to hold sufficient free reserves to cover 6 months of net operating costs, estimated at £25,000 per month.” — page 8
“Remuneration is paid to the following trustees who are employees of the charity in their positions as ordained ministers of member congregations and as Principal of Westfield House.” — page 23
“During the year, donations amounting to £106,797 were received from trustees.” — page 23
“Included in car loans are amounts totalling £1,319 owed by one trustee in office at the period end (2024 - one trustee owed £2,000).” — page 24
“During the year, donations amounting to £106,797 were received from trustees.” — page 23
“Included in car loans are amounts totalling £1,319 owed by one trustee in office at the period end (2024 - one trustee owed £2,000).” — page 24
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/03/2025)
Trustees
- DOREEN ROSSER
- Dr Cynthia Estelle Lumley
- Linda Mairi Cowie
- Mary Lynn Robinson
- REV ANSSI TAPANI SIMOJOKI
- Rev Claudio Lisias Flor
- Rev Jon Jay Ehlers
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £1.2m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2024 | £1.1m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2023 | £1.2m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2022 | £1.4m | £1.1m |
| 31/03/2021 | £894k | £1.2m |
Common questions
Is THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ENGLAND financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a net surplus of £124,598 for the year ended 31 March 2025, with total net assets increasing to £7,868,358. The trustees maintain a reserves policy to hold sufficient free reserves to cover six months of net operating costs, estimated at £25,000 per month. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted general funds stood at £589,867, which is below the implied policy target of £150,000 (six months of £25,000), though total designated and restricted funds provide a larger overall buffer. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Chater Allan LLP.