St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland
In the humble beginning, the Sunderland congregation had its first Indian Orthodox spiritual gathering at the Sunderland Royal Hospital Chapel on July 8 2004. As a sign of the readiness to share the Christian fraternity, the Sunderland Catholic community and the vicar permitted us to use the chapel for our spiritual needs and worship. The first Holy Qurbana was conducted by Fr Happy Jacob .
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In the humble beginning, the Sunderland congregation had its first Indian Orthodox spiritual gathering at the Sunderland Royal Hospital Chapel on July 8 2004. As a sign of the readiness to share the Christian fraternity, the Sunderland Catholic community and the vicar permitted us to use the chapel for our spiritual needs and worship. The first Holy Qurbana was conducted by Fr Happy Jacob .
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £28,901 | £23,598 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £24,471 | £12,492 | 0 / 25 |
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Frequently asked questions about St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland
What does St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland do?
In the humble beginning, the Sunderland congregation had its first Indian Orthodox spiritual gathering at the Sunderland Royal Hospital Chapel on July 8 2004. As a sign of the readiness to share the Christian fraternity, the Sunderland Catholic community and the vicar permitted us to use the chapel for our spiritual needs and worship. The first Holy Qurbana was conducted by Fr Happy Jacob .
How much income did St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland report in 2025?
St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £24k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland registered as a charity?
St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 September 2023 as charity number 1204560. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland?
St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sheena Philips. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland operate?
St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland a registered charity?
Yes — St. Marys Indian Orthodox Church, Sunderland is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1204560.
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