GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Registered Charity No 1098723
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023
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GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Registered Charity No 1098723
CONTENTS
Page 3 Legal and Administrative Information Page 4-9 Trustees Annual Report
Page 10 Independent Examination report to the trustees
Page 11 Statement of Receipts and Payments Page 12 Statement of Assets and Liabilities Pages 13-15 Notes to the Financial Statements
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GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
CHARITY NUMBER
1098723
START OF FINANCIAL YEAR
1st of July 2022
END OF FINANCIAL YEAR
30th of June 2023
TRUSTEES AT 30TH JUNE 2023
Alan Bentley Alice Allsworth Nichola Bentley Richard Waterman David Eastman - Appointed on 01.06.2023
The existing trustees appoint any new trustees following the provisions laid out in the organisation's governing instrument.
LEGAL STATUS
Unincorporated Charity
GOVERNING INSTRUMENT
Declaration of Trust dated 19th May 2003
CORRESPONDENCE ADDRESS Mr Adrian Marks 1 Glenfeadon Terrace Portreath Redruth Cornwall TR16 4JX
PRIMARY BANKERS
Lloyds TSB 27 Fore Street Redruth Cornwall TR15 2BJ
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER
Z Derbak Independent Examiners Ltd 2 Broadbridge Business Centre Delling Lane Bosham West Sussex PO18 8NF
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GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2022-23
Grapevine Community Church Annual Report & Accounts 2022 – 2023
New start, new love, new life
To love God . To love each other. To love others enough to tell what Jesus has done.
Registered Charity Number: 1098723 Telephone: 01209 842213 E mail: gccoffice@btinternet.com www.grapevinecommunitychurch.org www.facebook.com/grapevinecommunitychurch
Thank You
A Big Thank you is extended to everyone in the Grapevine team. Thank you for your faithfulness, enthusiasm, keeping in contact, for sending the cards, or making telephone calls, or visiting, or praying, or encouraging, or delivering food. You are the salt of the earth. These actions speak loudly. We are blessed to be ministering those around us by spreading the good news of the gospel. Please keep pointing people to the one who saves. God is good.
Blessings & Thanks
Ade and Elaine Marks Pastors
Reports – Activities, Outreach and Community Support
Vision
Our vision to be a loving and encouraging, inclusive fellowship of ‘real people’ trying to be ‘real Christians’ has not changed. We continue to reach out to those who do not yet know Jesus by demonstrating our faith in the most positive ways we can, by our actions.
Prayer
Grapevine always encourages everyone to pray as part of their spiritual disciplines and to be part of prayer in the church. Weekly prayer meetings run every Saturday morning. There are also other opportunities to join other regular prayer meetings and to be part of our prayer chain organised by Alice Allsworth . Prayer points can also be sent to the team led by Pat Matthews.
Sunday Clubs – The Shed & Creche
The Church runs provision for children from toddlers to teens every week. They have age-appropriate Bible teaching and activities related to a theme. All are actively involved with the adults through the worship and taking part in the services. Sue Smith.
Down the Line – Sunday Group
Down The Line was restarted by Tim and Mel Smyth due to a need in the church for an older Sunday morning group. We are blessed to have six leaders who help with delivery. We generally look at subjects and issues that are relevant to the children's lives relating them to biblical teaching. Tim Smyth
Youth Group – Buddies 7-11s
Our popular mid-week youth group session is set around a weekly Christian theme, followed by games and crafts. It is energy filled. Thanks to the helpers who have led and participated in all the activities along with the youngsters themselves. It has been a very successful year. Elaine Marks
GV Youth
GV Youth started in January 2022 for children over 11 years of age. Activities include crafts and games. We have developed a good rapport with the children attending and try to encourage them to converse with us regarding the things going on in their lives! Tim Smyth
Little Lambs Toddler Group
Little Lambs has an average of 20 mothers and carers each session with their children. Most join in with the songs and craft activities, and some listen to the Bible story. It is a relaxed and friendly group. Julie Waterman
Pips Toddler Group
We have been delighted this year to welcome so many new toddlers with their parents and grandparents. We offer free play, craft, a singing session and snacks. There are between 25-35 children attending each week. Everything is free. We donated £180 to Childrens Hospice South-West this year. Jan Uttridge
Momentum Music
Momentum Music runs on Thursday evenings where people can meet to practice secular and Christian music. Anyone who is keen on music can attend and have a go. Tim Smyth
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Children’s Holiday Club
This year’s Holiday Club was called Shipwrecked . We had interest months before and were packed out and full all week. The children loved the dramas, games, craft activities and songs. Thanks to everyone who gave up their time to help and run the programme. You are an amazing team. Elaine Marks
Bible Study Home groups
Three mid-week homegroups continue to support the development of our pastoral care and to explore relevant, practical study topics. Participants really enjoy these meetings. We use a range of study resources for the sessions by well-known authors. Ade Marks
Vinecrafts
Vinecrafts is a thriving group of around 20 members who meet weekly bringing along a wide variety of personal crafts to work on. This year we organised a Christmas fayre with a contribution made to local charities. The group also helped make the knitted angels which are distributed every Christmas. Kate Shaw & Maggie Eastman
Open Doors – Coffee mornings
The Friday Coffee morning offers refreshments and activities. These include book swaps, quizzes and daily papers. There is no charge, but donations are welcome for Cancer Research. We received a small grant from Cornwall Council and purchased an advertising banner, tablecloths and aprons. Open Doors offers a warm welcoming space and friendship to all in the community. We have also collaborated with the local College offering work experience placements for special needs students. Sue Smith
Grapevine Cycle group
The cycle group continues to grow and is supported by a dedicated group of participants. Each Saturday we try and cycle to a different place. All the cyclists learn basic bike maintenance and carry spares with them. It is a popular weekly social event as we visit different venues on the way for refreshments. The group has its own Facebook page. Mike Thorne
Grapevine Hoop Group
This group runs on Monday evenings providing free sessions for exercise and movement. It is run by Maria Ashton.
Joy Movement and worship group
This group started in February 2023. Participants can join in dance or movement along to worship music. Thanks to Amber Barry and Kate Shaw who organise the sessions.
Social events
Grapevine continues to look for ways to develop fellowship and build community – this includes organised social events. Our craft mornings (Christmas and Easter), picnics, scavenger hunt picnics, treasure trails, music nights, pastoral team meals , walking , cycling and crafts all continue . We will explore other ways we can do more. Ade Marks
Christmas and Easter Craft mornings
We were able to run our Christmas and Easter craft mornings this year. These are very popular and draw people from the community together. Thanks to all who provide their time, commitment and creativity to these annual outreach activities. Thanks also to Julie Waterman who is the inspiration behind them. Ade Marks
Christmas cards and Christmas services
This year 1500 Christmas cards and publicity leaflets were distributed as part of our outreach. As usual we made every effort to maintain a full range of services over the Christmas period for everyone, including Christmas day. Ade Marks
Outreach
Grapevine supports as many outreach programmes as possible. We are always working hard to develop materials to use as part of local evangelism. We offer the building to community groups when appropriate. Much of our outreach work focuses on young people and children during the week through a range of groups and during the summer via the annual Holiday Clubs. This year we again distributed postcards in Illogan on a regular basis letting the community know that we are there to help and we blessed the people we met along the way. Thanks to Ken Chase and John Matthews for helping with this. Ade Marks
Grapevine Christmas Angels
A small group of dedicated Church members knit up to 1000 angels each year and distribute them with an attached festive message at Christmas. This has proved to be very popular and appreciated by the local community. Sue Smith
Alpha 2023
A new Alpha course started in June 2023 with 6 participants. This was an exciting and worthwhile programme of exploration. All the members started a new homegroup on completion. This was run by Christine and Mick Butcher.
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Marriage course
A four-session marriage course was organised and run on Saturday evenings by Alan and Nic Bentley as part of our outreach programme . The couples attending found it incredibly helpful.
Gift bags
We continue to give out our gift bags to people in need. This includes new mums with babies who attend the toddler groups or are known to church members, or anyone who would benefit. Feedback from recipients is always positive. We encourage everyone to continue supplying treats such as sweets, chocolates and biscuits for the bags. Nic Bentley
Pastoral teams
Grapevine has an established pastoral team. Pastoral leaders provide continual support within the church. Leaders note that it is a positive experience getting to know more people on a personal basis and to pray for them. Nic Bentley
Hardship Fund
As pressure continues to build on people as a result of the cost of living and energy crisis, Grapevine continues to maintain and offer local support from a self-generated hardship fund. We will keep on distributing this to any worthy causes as long as we can. The hardship fund donations are changing lives. Ade Marks
Teaching and Preaching
The preaching and teaching lead is taken by the pastors, with help from occasional speakers. Systematic preaching of a linked series of teaching talks forms the main basis of biblical teaching, primarily delivered on Sundays.
Worship and music
We are always looking to encourage our musicians in worship, add more instruments, and develop the use of music pads to enhance the worship experience. Songs used in worship are reported regularly online to CCLI (Christian Copyright Licensing International) - we are also a member of their Song Select resource.
Publicity / Newsletter
News and events are announced on our website and Facebook pages. A weekly Newsletter is designed and produced by Elaine Marks and complemented by weekly PowerPoint notice presentations at Sunday services and updates using Facebook. Newsletters are issued every week and posted to those who cannot attend the service.
Noticeboard publicity
The exterior noticeboard at the main entrance continues to be an excellent resource to publicise the work of the church. Additional internal noticeboards are used to inform church members of events and to provide team details.
Reviews and reports
Some church activities were reported in the West Briton by Sue Smith. Sue also contributes articles to the quarterly Illogan Review, publicising a range of community focused activities in the local area.
Website
The website is a professionally designed site accommodating latest news, events, and updates. Thanks to Alan Bentley for his work maintaining and updating the site. The website address is: grapevinecommunitychurch.org
Facebook pages
Grapevine Community Church has a general Facebook page where events can be publicised and shared. We also have a closed group Grapevine News Facebook page and others with specific interest target groups, for example, kids and youth, the annual Holiday Club, Toddler group and Grapevine Community Church Rocks plus Grapevine Community Church Angels.
Media presentation – Livestreaming and song projection
The church’s public address and song projection system is used each week. This is backed by a Wi-Fi router which helps groups access the internet both in the main church and adjoining rooms. We livestream our worship services and load them onto YouTube each week. Livestreaming helps us to reach more people. Thanks to John Matthews, Alan Bentley, and Tim Smyth for heading this up along with Reuben Bentley, Isaac Bentley and Tracy Holmes. The technical support team uses a What’s App group to keep in touch. They have worked tirelessly to maintain the system.
Health and Safety, Buildings and Maintenance
We have a dedicated DIY team working each week to maintain and improve the building. Thanks to Dave Eastman and Tracy Holmes, for this. In mid-2022 work started on the expansion of the stage area to create more storage and to provide easier access for the musicians. This is now complete.
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Fire safety checks continue with the emphasis on clear access and emergency lighting maintained in working order. The fire extinguishers are always checked and certificated annually. This past year has again been a safe year. However, vigilance is always required by all church members. This is to ensure that we keep each other safe by adhering to appropriate guidance and keeping all areas in a safe condition. Anyone unsure about a health and safety issue or requires help with risk assessments is asked to contact the leadership team or trustees. In order to improve external security and to help with developing parking issues outside the church we continue to use a basic CCTV security system at the front of the building.
First Aid Training
In November 2021, 13 people passed a refresher course in First Aid delivered at the church. Everyone found the sessions practical and enjoyable. Their qualifications are still in date.
‘Upper Deck’ new rooms project – 2022
Plans for the construction of two new rooms on the upper deck to provide a range of community activity work were cancelled in 2022 and grants pledged or provided were returned or, where agreed by the donor, retained for general expenditure. We were unable to raise the funding for this project and only secured £6000 in grants. We thank AllChurches Trust, Alexis Trust, Beatrice Laing Trust, Broadmead Trust, Cassell Trust for their support, but we were well short of the final target despite many further applications. Feedback from every donor was positive and we are able to reapply again in the future. Thanks to Barry Shattock for all his hard work on this. We have also enquired if one of our immediate neighbours may consider selling or leasing part of his garden at the rear of the church for use by the church. We continue to pray for this.
Cleaning
Regular cleaning mornings take place, along with the weekly cleaning to keep on top of the building, when possible. Thanks to Jan Uttridge and all those who volunteer to help.
Safeguarding – Vulnerable Adults and Child Protection
We take the safety and welfare of vulnerable and young people very seriously. We have our own Safeguarding Policy and operate under the umbrella of Thirtyoneeight (formerly the ‘Churches Child Protection Agency Service’ - CCPAS). Our Safeguarding Policy is available for inspection as well as the accompanying guidance booklet - Children’s Workers Pocket Guide . Ade Marks and Richard Waterman have responsibility this. We are regularly informed by Thirytoneeight of any updates.
All volunteers who work with young people and vulnerable adults are asked to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and to participate in any training offered by the church and through Thirtyoneeight . Workers are also asked to familiarise themselves with the church’s Safeguarding policy and guidance. By following good practice, we all work together to safeguard any children and vulnerable adults in our care. Any additional training can be provided on request. All our volunteer workers are requested to go through our DBS electronic checks as part of updating our safeguarding procedures and practice. We have a significant number of the church covered by DBS checks. Thanks to Richard Waterman for leading this.
Equal opportunities statement
In order to protect members of Grapevine, participants in community activities, and volunteers or employees, Grapevine has an Equal Opportunities statement which is available for review. The statement is based on a model supplied by Thirtyoneeight.
Policies and procedures - Updates
Grapevine’s policies and procedures are updated in response to any changing national legislation and to standardise the format of presentation. In 2020, an updated Health and Safety Risk Assessment was introduced in response to government guidance on Coronavirus (Covid 19). Our Fire safety actions and procedures were updated significantly in 2021.
Office
The office for Grapevine Community Church is based at 1 Glenfeadon Terrace in Portreath. It is supported by a telephone, photocopier, printer, two desktop computers, a laptop and some storage space. Our e-mail address is: gccoffice@btinternet.com and telephone number 01209 842213.
Treasurer’s report
Independently examined accounts for the year 2022-23 are attached. The received income was £49,520 which was a 7.9% increase on the previous year. The majority of the income comes from regular giving either via Stewardship or direct payments by bank transfer. Outgoings at £40,932 were slightly lower than the previous year despite general cost inflation. The reserves therefore increased and stood at £21,931. The Hardship Fund was well used and payments of £3,867 were made and at the end of the year the Hardship Fund stood at £380. Richard Waterman
Leadership Team
The Leadership team includes Ade and Elaine Marks (Co-pastors) with Alan and Nichola Bentley (Assistant Pastors). The team meets to discuss and pray about the challenges and direction of church, to encourage and to share vision and strategy ideas.
GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2022-23
Networking, mission and support
The activities of the church must always extend beyond our local area. We are pleased to be associated with several local, national and international contacts. We are always delighted to maintain working contact with other churches in the area. We also value the input of our visitors on a regular basis. Grapevine continues to develop links with other churches and associated Christian organisations. Thanks to Illogan Parish Council for their generous grant support from the Community Fund for £300 towards our Kid’s clubs and Toddler groups.
Local Leadership Prayer and Fellowship
The leadership team has participated in prayer and fellowship meetings with other local church leaders and this is proving to be a good way of moving together in unity of spirit and purpose. It’s great to see churches praying and working together to share the gospel. Grapevine is also regularly invited to participate in a monthly Prayer & Share online and other informal fraternal meetings with local pastors and leaders.
Trustees
The church is a registered charity with appointed trustees. They are Alan Bentley, Richard Waterman, Alice Allsworth (chairperson and secretary) , and Nichola Bentley. David Eastman has also joined the trustees team. Thanks once again for all your hard work, continued support and creativity.
Sharing the Gospel / Mission
Our challenge is to always keep reviewing outreach and to demonstrate the gospel in action. This is the way people will be drawn towards God’s heart. How can we reach out more? What else can we do to fulfil our mission for the next year? God gives us the gifts and abilities - we must continue to use them for His glory, and we can learn more! As part of the desire to reach out to people and show the love of God in action we still choose not to charge for activities or refreshments. This is to make every activity available to all irrespective of means. Of course, anyone can donate to the work of the church if they wish to.
GRAPEVIJE COMIIUJITY CHURCH TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR 2022-23 ThLStees' Responsibilities The CharitiesAct 2011 requires the tru5tee5 to prepare finaDcial stateellts for eath financiaL year whid) presents a true Bnd fair view of the slate of affaits of the ChaFity and of the SUTplus of the Clwkry for thatperiod. In preparing those financial srarements the inJs(ees are required tu: il Select suitable accountin8 policies and apply theln consistently ii) Make judgements aTrd estimates that are reasonable aDd pmdent iii) Prepare financial sratementg on the going concern basts ullless it is inappropriate to presume that the m]stwill continue in exIs(en. The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records. which di5dose th reasonable accurary at any ti]ne the financial posiuon of the Chariry. They are also responsible for 5ateguarding the asseTS of the Charity artd hence for reasonable steps for the prevenuon and detettion of fraud and other ittegulatities. l approve the attached ststement of financial aCtitieS and balance sheet and collfrn that I have made available all information necessary for its pEepaEation. ApprovÈd by the Trnstees on 9th October 2023 Siglled on their behalf byThistee Printed Na¥[. AliceAI]sworth
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT ON THE ACCOUNTS
Report to the trustees of Grapevine Community Church on the annual accounts for the year ended 30th of June 2023 set out on pages 11 to 15.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under section 144(2)) of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act), and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts (under section 145 of the Act),
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145 (5)(b) of the Act), and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's statement
My examination was carried out in accordance with General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the organisation and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the trustees requirements:
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to keep accounting records in accordance with section s.130 of the Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with these accounting records have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Zita Derbak Independent Examiners Ltd 2 Broadbridge Centre Delling Lane Bosham West Sussex PO18 8NF
Signature:
Date:17.01.2024
GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH
STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023
| Notes RECEIPTS : Voluntary Receipts 2a Investment Income 2b Other Receipts 2c TOTAL RECEIPTS PAYMENTS : Costs of Charitable Activities 3 TOTAL PAYMENTS NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES Balances Brought Forward BALANCES CARRIED FORWARD |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 2022/23 2021/22 £ £ £ £ 47,105 1,850 48,955 45,908 - - - 1 565 - 565 - 47,670 1,850 49,520 45,909 37,064 3,868 40,932 43,414 37,064 3,868 40,932 43,414 10,606 -2,018 8,588 2,495 10,945 2,398 13,343 10,848 21,551 380 21,931 13,343 |
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The notes on pages 13 to 15 form part of these accounts. All operations are continuing operations.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 30TH JUNE 2023
| 30-Jun | 30-Jun | |||
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| Unrestrictec | Restricted | 2023 | 2022 | |
| ASSETS | Fund | Fund | Total | Total |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Cash Funds: | ||||
| Bank Accounts: | ||||
| Current | 1,572 | 380 | 1,952 | 2,399 |
| Deposit | 9,979 | 9,979 | 10,943 | |
| Fixed Deposit | 10,000 | 10,000 | ||
| Ss | ||||
| 21[551 | 380 | 21[931 | 13[343 | |
| Represented by | ||||
| Unrestricted Funds | 21,551 | 21,551 | 10,945 | |
| Designated Funds | ||||
| Restricted Funds | 380 | 380 | 2,398 | |
| Total Funds | 21[551 | 380 | 21[931 | 13[343 |
| Other Monetary Assets: | ||||
| Prepayments (Insurance) | ||||
| Assets retained for the Charity's own use: | ||||
| Building | 488,000 | 488,000 | 488,000 | |
| 488,000 | - | 488,000 | 488[000 | |
| LIABILITIES | ||||
| Independent Examiners Fee | 624 | 624 | 624 | |
| 624 | 624 | 624 |
TRUSTEES RESPONSIBILITIES IN RELATION TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Charity Law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which comply with the regulations set out in the Charities Act 2011. The Trustees have elected to take advantage of the provisions that apply to small charities and have prepared a Receipts and Payments Account and Statement of Assets and Liabilities which are set out on pages 5 and 6.
Approved by the Trustees on
Signed on their behalf by
GRAPEVINE COMMUNITY CHURCH
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023
1. BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The accounts have been prepared under the “Receipts and Payments” basis as prescribed by the Charity Commissioners, and they meet the appropriate legal requirements.
| 2. RECEIPTS Note a) Voluntary Receipts Gift Aided Tithes Gift Aid Recovered Offerings Donations Hardship Fund 4 Coffee Mornings b) Bank Interest c) Other Receipts Other Income 3. PAYMENTS Costs of Charitable Activities Gifts and Donations 4 Heating and Lighting Youth Work Stationary/ Office Church Events Costs Church Equipment Property Costs Training Courses/ Materials Employment Costs 5 Insurance Water Rates Travel Costs Office Rent Child Protection Telephone and Internet Licenses and Subscriptions Payroll Cost Independent Examiners Fee |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds 2022/23 2021/22 £ £ £ £ 30,220 30,220 25,832 765 765 2,328 15,492 15,492 12,370 628 628 - - 1,850 1,850 4,900 - - 479 47,105 1,850 48,955 45,908 - - - 1 565 - 565 - 565 - 565 - 2,233 3,868 6,101 5,064 2,587 2,587 3,369 1,465 1,465 714 461 461 433 2,094 2,094 3,408 435 435 196 1,385 1,385 5,222 144 144 206 19,055 19,055 18,128 1,040 1,040 908 611 611 592 1,536 1,536 1,434 1,536 1,536 1,434 231 231 154 398 398 367 757 757 719 472 472 466 624 624 600 37,064 3,868 40,932 43,414 |
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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023
4. RESTRICTED FUNDS
The Church has begun a restricted hardship fund to follow one of its objects - namely the relief of persons who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress, or are aged or sick and to relieve the distress caused thereby in the said location and in such other parts of the United Kingdom or the World as the trustees from time to time may think fit.
| CURRENT YEAR Balance 01-Jul Income Expend- 2022 iture £ £ £ Hardship Fund 2,398 1,850 3,868 PREVIOUS YEAR Balance 01-Jul Income Expend- 2021 iture £ £ £ Hardship Fund 998 4,900 3,500 5. STAFF COSTS AND NUMBERS Gross Wages and Salaries Employer's National Insurance Costs less Employment Allowance Employer Pension Contributions Employee was engaged in the following activity: Leadership |
Balance Transfers 30-Jun 2023 £ £ - 380 Balance Transfers 30-Jun 2022 £ £ - 2,398 Total Total 2022/23 2021/22 £ £ 18,500 16,896 1,335 1,227 (1,335) (1,227) 555 1,232 19,055 18,128 Total Total 2022/23 2021/22 1 1 1 1 |
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The Church has one employee: Mr Adrian Marks - employed from 1st Nov 2016. No employee received emoluments in excess of £60,000 and staff were paid through the PAYE system.
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NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30TH JUNE 2023
6. PAYMENTS TO AND FROM TRUSTEES
No payments were made to trustees or any persons connected with them during this financial period. No other material transaction took place between the organisation and a trustee or any person connected with them.
All the trustees are church members and give via the weekly offerings or via Stewardship.
7. RISK ASSESSMENT
The Trustees actively review the major risks which the charity faces on a regular basis and believe that maintaining the free reserves stated, combined with the annual review of the controls over key financial systems carried out on an annual basis will provide sufficient resources in the event of adverse conditions. The Trustees have also examined other operational and business risks which they face and confirm that they have established systems to mitigate the significant risks.
8. RESERVES POLICY
The Trustees have considered the level of reserves they wish to retain, appropriate to the charity's needs. This is based on the charity's size and the level of financial commitments held. The Trustees aim to ensure the charity will be able to continue to fulfil its charitable objectives even if there is a temporary shortfall in income or unexpected expenditure. The Trustees will endeavour not to set aside funds unnecessarily.
9. PUBLIC BENEFIT
The charity acknowledges its requirement to demonstrate clearly that it must have charitable purposes or ‘aims’ that are for the public benefit. Details of how the charity has achieved this are provided in the Trustees report. The Trustees confirm that they have paid due regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit before deciding what activities the charity should undertake.