The Apostolic Church
The aim of The Apostolic Church is to spread the Christian gospel within the United Kingdom through its network of local churches. This includes traditional Sunday services and a variety of local church activities involving children, youth and adults. Also the Church provides regular financial support to missionaries in a number of other countries.
Activities & Mission
The aim of The Apostolic Church is to spread the Christian gospel within the United Kingdom through its network of local churches. This includes traditional Sunday services and a variety of local church activities involving children, youth and adults. Also the Church provides regular financial support to missionaries in a number of other countries.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 986). How is this calculated?
Higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
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 | £6,374,393 | £5,983,776 | £5,508,907 | £21,516,054 | £21,516,054 | 81 / 700 |
| 2024 | £6,395,698 | £5,920,059 | £5,441,908 | £21,645,437 | £5,577,339 | 85 / 200 |
| 2023 | £5,787,427 | £5,389,958 | £5,071,458 | £21,015,733 | £4,887,444 | 77 / 320 |
| 2022 | £5,542,740 | £4,886,812 | £4,496,486 | £20,104,200 | £6,050,817 | 86 / 320 |
| 2021 | £5,411,208 | £4,395,669 | £4,136,337 | £19,224,760 | £4,441,954 | 93 / 325 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Apostolic Church
What does The Apostolic Church do?
The aim of The Apostolic Church is to spread the Christian gospel within the United Kingdom through its network of local churches. This includes traditional Sunday services and a variety of local church activities involving children, youth and adults. Also the Church provides regular financial support to missionaries in a number of other countries.
How much income did The Apostolic Church report in 2025?
The Apostolic Church reported total income of £6.37m and reported expenditure of £5.98m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Apostolic Church?
The Apostolic Church has a program ratio of 86.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 27% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 986 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Apostolic Church registered as a charity?
The Apostolic Church was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 May 1961 as charity number 284789. It has been registered for 65 years.
Who runs The Apostolic Church?
The Apostolic Church is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rev Ivan Parker. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Apostolic Church operate?
The Apostolic Church operates across 20 areas, including Angola, Belgium, Brazil and 17 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Apostolic Church a registered charity?
Yes — The Apostolic Church is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 284789.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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