01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC047115
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- UK and overseas
- Volunteers
- 0 volunteers
- Staff
- 1
- Postcode
- EH53 0GL
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
The United Methodist Church Scotland exists primarily for the advancement of the Christian faith, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and guided by the Wesleyan tradition of holiness, service, and social justice. Over the past year, a variety of faith-driven activities have enabled the Church to fulfil its mission, providing spiritual nourishment, pastoral support, and practical assistance for its members, the wider community, and individuals both within the United Kingdom and internationally. The overarching objectives of the charity are as follows: The Advancement of Religion and Spiritual Growth, To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to nurture spiritual growth among people of all races, ethnicities, and communities in Scotland and beyond. This is achieved through worship, prayer, evangelism, and discipleship programmes designed to draw individuals and families into a deeper relationship with Christ. To provide Bible studies, Sunday School, and Christian
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of religion
- the promotion of religious or racial harmony
- the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
Beneficiaries
- Children or young people
- Older People
- People with disabilities or health problems
- Other defined groups
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
- Other charities or voluntary bodies
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
Objectives The objectives of the church shall be as follows: 1. the advancement of religion and spiritual growth as well as bringing people of all races and communities of all ethnicities in Scotland and beyond, to Jesus Christ 2. the promoting bible studies and Sunday school for children and young people 3. the relief of those in need by reason of youth, age, ill health, disability, and bereavement 4. to encourage corroborative worship so as to foster peaceful coexistence of people of all faiths, beliefs and ethnicities across Scotland.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 December 2024 | £43,379 | £41,530 | 1 | 16 September 2025 |
| 31 December 2023 | £40,197 | £48,291 | 1 | 30 September 2024 |
| 31 December 2022 | £22,242 | £16,735 | 1 | 18 October 2023 |
| 31 December 2021 | £25,306 | £10,031 | 1 | 22 September 2022 |
| 31 December 2020 | £24,030 | £8,260 | 1 | 9 September 2021 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- 19 Nethershiel Crescent, East Calder, Livingston
- Website supplied to OSCR
- Not supplied
- Parent charity
- United Methodist Church Zimbabwe (1094560)
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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